Fortaleza de la Mota Ticket

The Fortaleza de la Mota in Alcalá la Real is a significant medieval defensive monument in Jaén. Get your ticket to visit it!

Fortaleza de la Mota Ticket

Constructed between the 12th and 14th centuries, this well-preserved castle from the Andalusian period offers expansive views from its hilltop location in Alcalá la Real. Your ticket allows for leisurely exploration of the castle, including an English audioguide to learn about its history.

Areas

La Alcazaba, the military quarter

Observe the thick walls and various watchtowers, including the Torre de la Vela, Torre Mocha, and Torre del Homenaje.

El Bahondillo, the popular quarter

This area within the walls features an old residential neighborhood with cave dwellings and a nevero for food preservation. You can also see remnants of the wine cellars and learn about the region's wine production during the Andalusian period.

La Medina, the noble quarter

The Main Abbey, constructed in Christian times on the site of the old mosque, showcases a Renaissance building with intricate details. This area also includes the Torre de la Cárcel prison tower and the Casas del Cabildo, which served as the administrative and religious center of the fortress, along with preserved ruins of noble palaces.

Timetables

The Fortaleza de la Mota's opening hours are:

15 October to 31 March: daily from 10 am to 6 pm.1 April to 14 October: daily from 10:30 am to 7:30 pm.