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This monument located in the Barajas district is classified as singular by the PGOUM (General Town Planning Project for Madrid). It is one of the few remaining examples of military architecture from the 15th century and one of only castles to have survived the passage of time. After a long restoration process, it has being converted into a museum.
Throughout history, it has undergone various transformations and has had several uses. It was built as an ancient castle (around the 15th century) and was located between the medieval villages of Alameda and Barajas. Its first inhabitant was the Lord of Barajas, Juan Zapata. Later, in the 16th century, it was transformed into a Renaissance palace and became one of the summer villas of Madrid’s aristocracy. Over time, it was used as a Republican fort in the Civil War. The remains of what was a machine-gun nest remains alongside it. Beneath it and in the surrounding area, there are remains of ancient settlements ranging from the Bronze Age to the Roman era.
A public park is home to remains of all these eras: the prehistoric settlement, the castle that was turned into a palace, the cemetery and the pantheon and the machine-gun nest.
Facilities accessible for people with reduced mobility
Information in Braille for people with visual impairments.
Magnetic induction loop.
Docking stations:
- Biblioteca Pública Municipal Gloria Fuertes - Calle Bahía de Cádiz (cruce con Avenida Logroño)
- Metro Alameda de Osuna (calle Rioja, 13)
Free admission
1 April - 14 June: 10am - 9pm
15 June - 15 September: 10am - 8pm
16 - 30 September: 10am - 9pm.
October - Mars: 10am - 6pm
Closed: 24, 25, 31 December, 1, 6 January, 1 May
Guided tours: Saturdays at 12:00pm, upon registration here. Check dates on the website.
The city’s official sightseeing card includes a tourist travel pass.
An observation deck 92 metres above the ground.
Our online store (in Spanish) sells artisan souvenirs.