Zamora Castle
Castillo de Zamora
An 11th-century castle at the western end of the old town, now restored and open free of charge, with views from the walls over the Duero River and the cathedral dome.
Zamora Castle was begun in the 11th century as a fortress guarding the Duero River crossing. It was besieged several times in its history, and the Spanish saying “Zamora was not taken in an hour” comes from this. After years of restoration, the castle is open to visitors. You can walk along the moat into the keep, climb the towers and walk the walls for close views of the cathedral dome and distant views of the Duero and the stone bridge. The castle gardens display works by the local sculptor Baltasar Lobo. Admission is free. Hours are roughly 10:00–14:00 and 16:00–20:00 (shorter in winter), and it is closed on Mondays.
Opening hours
Tue–Sun about 10:00–14:00 and 16:00–20:00
Nearby sights
- Zamora Cathedral
- Church of Santiago de los Caballeros
- Aceñas de Olivares
- Church of San Pedro y San Ildefonso
- Church of Santa María Magdalena
- Church of Santa María la Nueva
- Puente de Piedra
- Church of San Cipriano