Castillo de Argueso
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THE CASTLE OF ARGÜESO: The Castle of Argüeso was built during the 13th, 14th and 15th century, on a 9th century hermitage. It belonged to Mendoza´s family, one of de most important families of the midle age in Spain. They were called "Marquis of Argüeso" by The Catholic King and Queen in 1475. Nowadays, the castle is owned by the municipality, and it´s opened everydays as a Cultural Center. Important: it is remarkable the rehabilitatio work that has been done, because all the wood (oak tree) were handmade by local handicraftmen: the Sobaler´s Family.
At a glance
- Typical visit: about 30 minutes