Monterreal Castle is a castle in Baiona (Pontevedra), Spain. Construction began in the 12th century and was completed in the 16th century. It now serves as a tourist attraction and houses a Parador hotel. Three of the castle's towers are preserved: the Reloj tower, the Tenaza tower with a heptagonal base and the Príncipe tower.

2017年10月11日 · Although it has been a walled enclosure for more than 2,000 years, it is not until the 12th century that the construction of the present Fortress of Monterreal began, which would take almost four centuries to complete. Between its walls, a fascinating story that we want to approach today. The first thing that strikes us when we get there is, without a doubt, the size of this fortification. In ...

Spectacular fortress on the shores of the Atlantic!! You can walk along the entire castle wall. It is a very pleasant walk with beautiful views of the sea. Furthermore, within the fortress, there is the Parador de Baiona, which is surrounded by the wall. At the end of the tour-walk, I recommend sitting in the Parador's (open-air) cafeteria, having a drink and enjoying the landscape and views ...

Monterreal Fortress is located on the Monte Boi peninsula, also know as Monterreal. This site has been known over the past 2000 years as the walled precinct. Pre-Christian civilisations such as the Celts, the Phoenicians and the Romans lived here …

Dominating the Monte Boi promontory, this fortress was erected between the 11th and 17th centuries and its impregnable 3km circle of walls still stands, though there's not much old left inside it now. An enticing 40-minute walking trail loops round the rocky shoreline, broken up by a few small beaches. Within the precinct today is the luxurious, medieval-castle-style Parador de Baiona. Have a ...

The castle's welcoming ambiance makes it an ideal destination for families. Children can explore the expansive grounds, letting their imagination run wild as they envision life in a medieval fortress. With open spaces to play and learn, Fortazela de Monterreal provides a family-friendly environment that caters to all age groups.

A Glimpse into History The Castelo de Monterreal, dating back to the 11th century, boasts a storied past that mirrors the tumultuous events of the Iberian Peninsula. Originally constructed as a defensive stronghold against maritime invasions, the castle witnessed centuries of strategic importance and shifting power dynamics. From its origins as …

Cultural heritage in Ría de Vigo - Baixo Miño FORTALEZA DE MONTERREAL, which is in Jesús Valverde the place Baiona of parish Baiona (Santa María) from the city council Baiona (Pontevedra)

The fortress is located on the Mount Boi peninsula, also known as Monterreal. It has been known as a walled enclosure for more than 2,000 years. Different civilisations lived here centuries before the birth of Christ. Back in our era, it has been occupied by diverse settlers and has undergone a number of attacks and modifications. In the past, the …

The Monterreal Fortress is one of the most important monuments in Baiona. The walled precinct was built between the 11th and 17th century as a defensive device against continuous enemy's attacks. Today the stonewalled area shelters one of the best state hotels in Spain. The entrance door is an 18th-century gate blazoned with the Austrias coat of …