Castle of Ayora

Highlights

  • • 13th-century keep tower
  • • Views of the sierra and Ayora valley
  • • Historic centre with church and cobbled streets
  • • Trailhead for sierra hiking
  • • Iberian settlement beneath the fortress

Description

A 13th-century medieval fortress commanding the Ayora valley from a rocky hilltop. Built over an Iberian settlement, the castle preserves the keep tower, wall sections and cisterns. From the summit, views extend across the inland Valencian mountains, the Reconque river valley and almond orchards. The town of Ayora below retains a historic centre with the Asunción church and cobbled streets.

Guide

Essential information for visiting Castle of Ayora

Location

How to get there

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