The Top 11 Castles around Jaén

A visit to a castle — whether you stumble over one during a hike outdoors or walk your way around the grounds with a guide — is always something special, and you’ve got 11 beautiful castles to choose from around Jaén. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!

Castle of Santa Catalina

Jaén

La Muña Tower

Remains of the castle wall

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Castle of Santa Catalina
Hiking Highlight
The Castle of Santa Catalina is the emblem of the city of Jaén.
Located on a promontory visible from many kilometers, it served as a strategic place to house the …
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Jaén
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Surrounded by olive groves, the city of Jaén is one of the gates of Andalusia. Located in the northeast of the Andalusian autonomous community, straddling the Sierra Morena and the …
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La Muña Tower
Mountain Biking Highlight
It is within the route of the towers and its first constructions date from the 14th or 15th centuries.
Specifically, the attached house has a tile inscription dating back to 1803 when it was built.
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Remains of the castle wall
Hiking Highlight
Jaén conserves in an acceptable good state of conservation, a large part of the old wall that included from the Castle of Santa Catalina, to the old quarter of the …
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