Loarre Castle
Castillo de Loarre
An 11th-century Romanesque castle built on a cliff, one of the best-preserved castles of its kind in Spain.
Loarre Castle sits on a ridge about 35 km northwest of Huesca. In the 11th century it was expanded by King Sancho Ramírez of Aragon, serving as both a border fortress and a monastery. The castle consists of outer walls, towers, underground crypts and a Romanesque church. The church's dome and capital carvings are well preserved, and from the walls you can look out over the Ebro River plain. Its intact architecture has made it a filming location several times. A visit takes about 1.5 hours. You can explore on your own or join a guided tour, with entry around 6 euros or about 8 euros with a guide. From Loarre village a winding mountain road leads up to a car park below the castle, so a car is essentially required. Opening hours change by season, roughly 10:00–20:00 in summer and 11:00–17:30 in winter, so check the official website before setting out.
Opening hours
Summer 10:00 am–8:00 pm; spring & autumn 10:00 am–7:00 pm; winter 11:00 am–5:30 pm (closed Mon in winter; check official website)
Nearby sights
- Jaca Old Town, Cathedral & Citadel
- Hecho Valley & Selva de Oza
- Cascada del Sorrosal
- Torla
- Alquézar
- Valle de Otal
- San Nicolás de Bujaruelo
- Mirador de Calcilarruego