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Although it is associated with El Cid, it was never related to the mercenary knight, but rather to the first Count of El Cid, Rodrigo Días de Vivar y Mendoza, a noble title granted by the Catholic Monarchs in 1492. This fortress, dating back to the High Middle Ages, watches over the Henares valley at the foot of the Alcarria Mountains. A natural paradise with a variety of altitudes.

The most popular route to ascend Pico Ocejón begins in Valverde de los Arroyos and is known for its scenic beauty and moderate difficulty. The hike is approximately 14.74 km and typically takes around 6 hours with stops. Along the way, hikers can enjoy spectacular views and the rich biodiversity of the area.

The climb is hard, but it is worth it. Although we were not lucky enough to see all the scenery that should be seen from that height. The descent is almost harder than the ascent.

At 2049 metres above sea level, it is one of the highest and most popular peaks for hiking in the region. There are several routes to climb Pico Ocejón, the most common being those starting from Majaelrayo and Valverde de los Arroyos. Both routes offer stunning landscapes and the opportunity to enjoy nature at its best.

imposing castle, called del Cid, although Rodrigo Díaz never lived there. The current Jadraque castle is almost entirely the work of the last third of the 15th century, that is, from the last group of medieval castle-palaces, already on the verge of disappearance at this time. Its reform in the 15th century was due to the master builder Alberto de Caravajal, helped by stonemasons from Northern Spain. This master builder also directed the renovation of the castle of Puebla de Almenara (Cuenca). It is likely that the outlines of the reform were given by the architect Juan Guas, although his intervention is not documented. The renovation work greatly affected almost everything that had previously existed there, as the natural terrain of the hill was even lowered. Only what was a large pentagonal tower in the bow was used in the construction of the new late medieval castle (probably towards the middle of the 20th century, almost the entire tower was dismantled to serve as a quarry). One of its panels is fallen today and the castle is closed to visitors.

Once the effort of the climb has passed, and the required photos have been taken, it is advisable to sit in the sun on the blackboards and enjoy the restorative food. But... if it's cold, quickly begin the descent to more protected heights.

Beautiful Castle of Muslim origin, later rebuilt by the Mendoza family from Guadalajara.

Known as El Cid's castle, this incredible 15th century castle was the last of its kind to be erected in Spain. With majestic towers and a long protective wall, Jadraque Castle is a must-see.