Virtus Castle

Valle de Valdebezana, Spain

Virtus Castle built in the 14th and 15th centuries. Privately owned, it is used as a home. It once belonged to the Porres family. The building consists of two floors. The inside is made of sandstone ashlar, has square floor and attached towers of circular section in the corners.

References:

Junta de Castilla y León

Address

Calle Virtus 11, Valle de Valdebezana, Spain

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Details

Founded: 14th century
Category: Castles and fortifications in Spain

More Information

www.turismocastillayleon.com

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