Gothic noble fortress, built in the 15th century by the descendants to Pedro García Herrera, major-general of Castile and nephew of the bishop of Palencia Sancho de Rojas, founder of the Manor of Ampudia.

The building is shaped as a trapezoid, with four square turrets in the corners and the front is symmetrical. Today the castle houses a collection of art objects and antiques.

Don Pedro de Ayala, the Count of Salvatierra, was one of the owners of the castle. He fought in favour of the comunera cause in the battle of Ampudia, which confronted the followers of the emperor and the troops of the Acuña Bishop.

Historical Data

Construction:
Castle / Fortress / Watchtower
Predominant styles:
Gothic

Address

Ampudia. 34160 Palencia.

Telephone: 979 768 023 / 629 768 247

Email: info@castillodeampudia.com

Website: http://www.castillodeampudia.com

More information

Oficina de Turismo of Ampudia

Address:

C/ Duque de Alba,1. Ampudia. 34191 Palencia.

Teléfono: 979 768 307

Email: turismo.ayto@ampudia.es

Tourist Office Regional of Palencia

Address:

C/ Mayor, 31. Palencia. 34001 Palencia.

Telephone: 979 706 523

Fax: 979 706 525

Email: oficinadeturismodepalencia@jcyl.es

Opening hours

  • From March, 1 to October, 31:
    • Tuesday to saturday: 12.00 – 14.00 and 17.00 – 19.00
    • Sunday: 12.00 – 14.00
  • From November, 1 to February, 28:
    • Friday and Saturday: 12.00 – 14.00 and 17.00 – 19.00 (Christmas and janury: see in observations)
    • Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday: 12.00 – 14.00 (Christmas and janury: see in observations)

Tickets

  • General: 5 €
  • Groups: 4.5 €

Remarks: CLOSED FOR HOLIDAYS from 9 to 25 January CHRISTMAS, Closed 24, 25, 26, 31 Dec. 1, 2, 6, Jan.. Visits to the castle will be free. Parade ground and rooms on the ground floor. Reservation is not necessary within the established schedule. Capacity according to health indications. Entrance until half an hour before closing. Groups always book in advance by phone 699 484 555. "Secret Tours" are temporarily suspended. The schedules can be modified in case of event, the changes will be published in advance on the web www.castillodeampudia.com

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