Route of the Cid - Arcos de Jalón
- Route Data
- Ascent slope
- 837 m.
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The town of Arcos de Jalón, a fortified frontier that in the Middle ages defended the valley of the river Jalón that provided access to the plateau. The town is dominated by the remains of its castle, which is on the top of a hill.
Among its religious monuments, the Iglesia de Nuestra Señora de la Asunción church deserves special mention. It dates from the Gothic-Renaissance period and has a single nave. There is also an organ from the 18th century.
What to see?
The SoldierMore informationIt consists of the acting out of a battle on horseback in which four Moores fight four Christians to win the image of the Virgen de la Cabeza. There are actors, and the show includes the recital of a religious...
- Classification of Festivities
- Castilla y León Tourist Interest
- Date
- 20 de agosto
- Town
- Iruecha
Castle of SomaenMore informationSomaen, a strategic place between Medinaceli and Arcos de Jalon, is as old as historical place. Village surrounded by high hills among which stands out the one holding the castle, surrounded by a moat,...
