Alcázar de Jerez
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Description
The Alcázar of Jerez de la Frontera was built in the 12th century, initially as a Moorish alcázar (used as both a castle and palace) and expanded over time, after the Christian "Reconquista". Structural elements of the complex include a line of walls along the entire perimeter with 7 Albarrana Towers (detached from the curtain wall and connected to it by a bridge or arcade) having survived to this day, a mosque (the only one remaining in the town), a couple of palaces and a hammam.
Access & Transport
Address: Calle Alameda Vieja, 11403 Jerez de la Frontera, Cádiz Province By train, it is a 65mins ride from Seville's Santa Justa station and Jerez train station is 1.5km east of the Alcázar. By car, the town lies three quarter of the way between Seville (90km to the north on the AP-4) and Cadiz (30km to the south) The closest parkings are 'Puerta de Rota' and 'Alameda Vieja'
Instructions & Recommendations
We suggest combining this activity with a visit of the Cathedral, just across the park.
Environmental & Social
The running environmental footprint is low, and it helps maintain the town's architectural and historical heritage.
Conclusion
The Alcázar de Jerez blends archaeological, historical, architectural and more leisurely aspects (park) so that it should be of interest to most visitors to Jerez de la Frontera. At the current price, it delivers excellent value
Key positive
Very enjoyable park/garden
Central and not expensive
Key negative
Nothing really spectacular
Suitability
No restrictions although it is not clear whether all areas are accessible for visitors with reduced mobility (the defensive walls probably not)
About this Rating
TYPE
Desktop
RESEARCHED IN
June 2024
PROVIDER
Koreval
av. transport time:0h 30m
est. visit time:1h 15m
Start of Season 1:Jul, 01
MONDAY09:30 - 17:30
TUESDAY09:30 - 17:30
WEDNESDAY09:30 - 17:30
THURSDAY09:30 - 17:30
FRIDAY09:30 - 17:30
SATURDAY09:30 - 14:30
SUNDAY09:30 - 14:30
Start of Season 2:Oct, 01
MONDAY09:30 - 14:30
TUESDAY09:30 - 14:30
WEDNESDAY09:30 - 14:30
THURSDAY09:30 - 14:30
FRIDAY09:30 - 14:30
SATURDAY09:30 - 14:30
SUNDAY09:30 - 14:30