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It is located atop a hill in the Sierra de Montánchez, also known as the "balcony of Extremadura," at an altitude of approximately 700–900 meters above sea level. Founded on the site of an earlier Roman fortress, its main structure dates back to the Caliphate period of the 9th century (Almohad era). It preserves three underground cisterns built between the 11th and 13th centuries. Captured around 1156–1230, it passed to the Order of Santiago after being granted by Alfonso XI. Walls, a keep, and defensive enclosures were added. 17th century: A hermitage and an interior pond were added. In 1620, it served as a prison for Don Rodrigo Calderón.

It is located atop a hill in the Sierra de Montánchez, also known as the "balcony of Extremadura," at an altitude of approximately 700–900 meters above sea level. Founded on the site of an earlier Roman fortress, its main structure dates back to the Caliphate period of the 9th century (Almohad era). It preserves three underground cisterns built between the 11th and 13th centuries. Captured around 1156–1230, it passed to the Order of Santiago after being granted by Alfonso XI. Walls, a keep, and defensive enclosures were added. 17th century: A hermitage and an interior pond were added. In 1620, it served as a prison for Don Rodrigo Calderón.

It is located atop a hill in the Sierra de Montánchez, also known as the "balcony of Extremadura," at an altitude of approximately 700–900 meters above sea level. Founded on the site of an earlier Roman fortress, its main structure dates back to the Caliphate period of the 9th century (Almohad era). It preserves three underground cisterns built between the 11th and 13th centuries. Captured around 1156–1230, it passed to the Order of Santiago after being granted by Alfonso XI. Walls, a keep, and defensive enclosures were added. 17th century: A hermitage and an interior pond were added. In 1620, it served as a prison for Don Rodrigo Calderón.

Medellín Castle is one of Extremadura's major historical attractions, perched atop a hill overlooking the Guadiana River and the town of Medellín (Badajoz). Origin: A 9th-century Muslim fortress, built upon Roman ruins. After the Reconquista, it fell into Christian hands and was renovated in the 13th and 15th centuries. It held great strategic importance on the border with Portugal and in the defense of the Guadiana River. A key location in the Battle of Medellín (1809) during the Peninsular War.

The Roman Theatre of Medellín is an architectural and cultural gem located on the southern slope of Cerro del Castillo, in the town of Medellín, Badajoz. This ancient theatre, under the shadow of a castle, has a truly exceptional location.

Nice gentle climb and one of the longest in Montanchez

A picturesque Extremaduran town of a little more than 2,000 inhabitants, with an important monumental heritage, among others the Roman theater, the medieval castle and the 17th century bridge over the Guadiana river.

Medellín Castle is a 13th century fortress that rises above the town and the Guadiana River. Furthermore, a Roman theater survives in its surroundings, which attests to the importance of this ancient site.