Baños de la Encina Castle Guided Tour

Explore an imposing fortress in Jaén on this guided tour of Baños de la Encina Castle.

Tour Details

The tour begins at Burgalimar Castle, an Umayyad fortress located on a hill in Baños de la Encina, Jaén. The guided tour of Baños de la Encina Castle lasts approximately 45 minutes. Participants will enter the castle to observe its solid walled enclosure and learn about its historical significance during the Andalusian period, when it was a strategic site in the Guadalquivir valley, a focal point in the conflicts between Muslims and Christians during the Middle Ages.

Close to the castle, the significant Battle of Navas de Tolosa occurred in 1212 between the two sides. In addition to viewing the battlements, the tour includes a visit to the Torre del Homenaje, a watchtower built after the Christian reconquest. The guided tour concludes with insights into other aspects of this remarkable fortress.

Timetable

Reservations can be made for the guided tour in the morning or afternoon. The afternoon option allows guests to experience the sunset over the olive groves around Baños de la Encina.

Please Note

The tour is available in the morning only on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays.