It is located in the site that names it: ‘Monte El Viejo’, it consists of a central tower to which two square rooms of lower height are attached. It is a gift of King Alfonso VIII to the city. Today it is kept in good condition, being used as a recreation area. Its door has a semicircular arch formed by voussoirs, and on it there is a machicolated balcony with defensive uses, from which the three brackets holding it remain.

It was built with limestone; its purpose was to provide shelter to those who keep the countryside, ensuring their safety which was poor.

Historical Data

Construction:
Castle / Fortress / Watchtower

Address

Palencia. 34005 Palencia.

More information

Ayuntamiento of Palencia

Address:

Municipality of Palencia. Palencia.

Teléfono: 979 718 100

Email: informacion@aytopalencia.es

Página Web: http://www.aytopalencia.es

Oficina de Turismo Regional of Palencia

Address:

C/ Mayor, 31. Palencia. 34001 Palencia.

Teléfono: 979 706 523

Fax: 979 706 525

Email: oficinadeturismodepalencia@jcyl.es