Carbedo Castle

Folgoso de Caurel, Spain

The exact age of Carbedo Castle is unkown, but it was documented first time in 1181. The last restorations were made in 1558, but the castle was abandoned soon after that.

Address

Unnamed Road, Folgoso de Caurel, Spain

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Details

Founded: 12th century
Category: Castles and fortifications in Spain

Rating

4.3/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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User Reviews

rocio bouzo lopez (14 months ago)
Ruined castle but well worth a stop! It is possible to climb to the top ... incredible views

Laury Mates (14 months ago)
Very healthy walks

xose penas (15 months ago)
Magical and spectacular. Place of legends and stories. It is advisable to take the route that goes down from the viewpoint along the edge of the Castle

Circulo Amistad (17 months ago)
Nice and curious place

Alfonso Liñares Rodriguez (2 years ago)
Ruined castle, door to the road that came from Castile, breathtaking views, majestic landscape. Be careful if you go with children because you have dangerous areas

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