Castle of Ampudia
Gothic noble fortress, built in the 15th century by the descendants to Pedro García Herrera, major-general of Castile and nephew of the bishop of Palencia Sancho de Rojas, founder of the Manor of Ampudia.
The building is shaped as a trapezoid, with four square turrets in the corners and the front is symmetrical. Today the castle houses a collection of art objects and antiques.
Don Pedro de Ayala, the Count of Salvatierra, was one of the owners of the castle. He fought in favour of the comunera cause in the battle of Ampudia, which confronted the followers of the emperor and the troops of the Acuña Bishop.
Historical Data
- Construction
- Castle / Fortress / Watchtower
- Predominant styles
- Gothic
When to visit it?
Opening hours
- From March 1 to October 31:
- From Tuesday to Saturday: 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM and 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
- Sundays: 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
- From November 1 to February 28:
- Friday and Saturdays: 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM and 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM (Christmas and janury: see in observations)
- Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sundays: 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM (Christmas and janury: see in observations)
Taxes
- General 5 €
- Groups 4.5 €
Observations: CLOSED FOR HOLIDAYS from 9 to 25 January CHRISTMAS, Closed 24, 25, 26, 31 Dec. 1, 2, 6, Jan.. Visits to the castle will be free. Parade ground and rooms on the ground floor. Reservation is not necessary within the established schedule. Capacity according to health indications. Entrance until half an hour before closing. Groups always book in advance by phone 699 484 555. "Secret Tours" are temporarily suspended. The schedules can be modified in case of event, the changes will be published in advance on the web www.castillodeampudia.com
This portal is not responsible for possible changes in the schedules and rates reflected
Get to know the surroundings
Address and map location
- Postal address Ampudia. NaN. Palencia
- Web
- Phones
- 979 768 023
- 629 768 247
Tourist information
Ampudia town hall
To know moreAddress
- Postal address municipality of Ampudia . Palencia
- Web
- Phones979 768 025
Ampudia tourism office
Palencia tourism office
Address
- Postal address C/ Mayor, 31. Palencia. NaN. Palencia
- Phones979 706 523
- Fax979 706 525
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