Pazo de Tovar Castle

Santo Adrao de Lourenzá, Spain

The tower of Pazo de Tovar was erected in the late 13th century. D. Antonio de Tovar constructed the residential castle around in the early 1500s. Today it hosts exhibitions.

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Lugar Pacio de Tovar 1, Santo Adrao de Lourenzá, Spain
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Founded: 13th century
Category: Castles and fortifications in Spain

More Information

www.fortalezadetovar.net

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4.5/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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User Reviews

Africastellanos (5 months ago)
Unbeatable place. The food was fantastic and the treatment was very friendly. It is worth a detour to stop for lunch or dinner at this wonderful pazo.
Maria José Godino Muñoz (5 months ago)
For how well preserved it is
begoña marful cillero (6 months ago)
An incredible place!
massimo arienti (2 years ago)
The best service ever! We had the terrace with a super waiter, really gentle, food was amazing and wine more! I had to buy some more bottles to bring back home
Juan Gutierrez (3 years ago)
If you like historical places you want to take a look at this small piece of Galician history.
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