Cumbres Mayores Castle

Cumbres Mayores, Spain

Cumbres Mayores Castle was built in 1293 by Sancho IV to the site of ancient Roman buildings. Today only walls remain of castle.

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Category: Castles and fortifications in Spain

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Alan Francis (2 years ago)
Nice small village, castly was closed at time of visit
Carla Letters (3 years ago)
It was an incredible experience, I would go again, the guided tour was very interesting, it was usually about 45 without counting the questions you suggested. I recommend it :)
Francis Lebrija (3 years ago)
I recommend visiting the Castle Fortress of Cumbres Mayores or Castle of Sancho el Bravo, it is a fortification dating back to the 13th and 15th centuries. It is located in the town of Cumbres Mayores, in the province of Huelva (Andalusia, Spain). It has been declared a National Historical Monument since August 6, 1895 and is under the protection of the generic Declaration of the Decree of April 22, 1949, and Law 16/1985 on Spanish Historical Heritage. In 1993 the Andalusian Government granted special recognition to the castles of the Autonomous Community of Andalusia.
Mari Carmen Delgado Torres (3 years ago)
It is a spectacular fortress, the megalithic discoveries are phenomenal and the almond trees in bloom give the complex a romantic air. The explanations in the guide transport you to other times. A 10 let's go
Caroline Miles Holland (3 years ago)
Well preserved castle, fascinating excavation and an extremely informative guide .
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