Enríquez Castle

Hornillos de Cerrato, Spain

At the beginning of the 16th century the Enríquez castle was owned by Bernardino Pérez de Sarmiento, Count of Ribadavia. It was a three-story castle with a square floor. The castle has been ruined at least since the 18th century.

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Founded: 15th century
Category: Castles and fortifications in Spain

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Alejandro GA (4 years ago)
Ruins without access or indicator cartels or anything. Free visit.
Gloria Maria A.F. (5 years ago)
It is not bad considering how many castles in Spain are demolished ... But it does not correspond to what the photos of the place suggest ... There is hardly a wall left .....
Esther Fano (5 years ago)
Por sus molinos y la naturaleza que hay
AGUSTIN ALONSO JUEZ (6 years ago)
Es precioso el castillo de mis suegros, ojalá ser millonario y reformarlo❤️
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