What an exceptional location - used for a fortress for over 2000 years. While not much is left from the various stages of fortifications, the view alone is worth the two Euros entry fee. Explanations are bilingual in Espanol and English.
What an exceptional location - used for a fortress for over 2000 years. While not much is left from the various stages of fortifications, the view alone is worth the two Euros entry fee. Explanations are bilingual in Espanol and English.
Almost didn't make this walk
It is quite steep and the temperature was almost 30°. However well worth the hike
With 360° views from the top across the rooftops. Could see for miles in all directions. Think you can probably drive to quite near the top but so many one way streets it was easier to park and walk.
think , that it is not interested , because almost 30 km from the sea , but , the nature ,you will see from the mountain , is worth it
Fascinating town, so much to see, layers upon layers of history. I loved looking around. The castle is ruined but it is extensive. Nice to sit back and to imagine what it must have been like.
Very well presented, disabled friendly and information in Spanish and English. Amazing views and photo opportunities.
Like all of the Andalusian castles the remains of the original construction are Roman, with the over lay of Moorish additions, but the Roman construction is the impressive part built in the 1stC BC. The work that was needed to complete fortifications like this over 2,000 years ago is quite staggering. The 360' view from the top is stunning - spanning from the Grazalema mountains past Jerez to Cadiz, and along the coast to Tarifa. Great photo ops at every turn! Good explanation boards in Spanish & English are placed at intervals on the path round the castle.