Castillo de Belmonte, Cuenca
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Castillo de Belmonte - by Management
Description
The Castle of Belmonte was built in the second half of the 15th century by order of the first Marquis de Villena. It is located on a hill just outside of the village of Belmonte in the southwest of Cuenca Province. It was restored in the mid-19th century, keeping the defensive exterior look but updating the interior for residential purposes. It was restored again more recently in 2010 and can now be visited.
Access & Transport
Belmonte is about 100km southwest of Cuenca, a straightforward 75mins drive on the N-420. From Madrid, it is a 1h45 / 150km journey on the A3 (until Saelices) followed by the CM310/CM-3011. The castle is less than 1km to the west of the centre of the village Wheelchair users can only access the ground floor and first floor (not the second)
Instructions & Recommendations
Take note of the split hours with lunch break.
Environmental & Social
Environmentally neutral. Preserves the region's architectural and historical heritage
Conclusion
Were it surrounded by more tourist sights or monuments we would be less reserved in recommending a visit to this castle. If you enjoy road-trips or planning to visit the region of Cuenca anyways then it is an excellent additional stop to add to your itinerary. For those who make it there, do check out the schedule ahead of time, there are some seasonal activities and shows that may make a visit a little bit more special.
Key positive
Castle is in incredibly good condition inside and outside
Key negative
Requires some time investment to get there and not much else or touristic interest around
Suitability
Suitable for all ages. Partially accessible for visitors with reduced mobility with lift to first floor but not to the second
About this Rating
TYPE
Desktop
RESEARCHED IN
June 2024
PROVIDER
Koreval
av. transport time:1h 15m
est. visit time:1h 30m
Start of Season 1:Apr, 23
MONDAY -
TUESDAY10:00 - 14:00
WEDNESDAY10:00 - 14:00
THURSDAY10:00 - 14:00
FRIDAY10:00 - 14:00
SATURDAY10:00 - 14:00
SUNDAY10:00 - 14:00
MONDAY -
TUESDAY16:30 - 20:30
WEDNESDAY16:30 - 20:30
THURSDAY16:30 - 20:30
FRIDAY16:30 - 20:30
SATURDAY16:30 - 20:30
SUNDAY16:30 - 20:30
Start of Season 2:Sep, 23
MONDAY -
TUESDAY10:00 - 14:00
WEDNESDAY10:00 - 14:00
THURSDAY10:00 - 14:00
FRIDAY10:00 - 14:00
SATURDAY10:00 - 14:00
SUNDAY10:00 - 14:00
MONDAY -
TUESDAY15:30 - 18:30
WEDNESDAY15:30 - 18:30
THURSDAY15:30 - 18:30
FRIDAY15:30 - 18:30
SATURDAY15:30 - 18:30
SUNDAY15:30 - 18:30