Castles
Stones with legends to tell
Castle of Bonilla de la Sierra
The original castle preserved three wall sections and three turrets of different styles and origins. The main par of the castle was formed by the Tower of Homage, of the 14th century, it has matacanes and round arches, and under the tower is the main yard and the rooms. The castle contains 14th-century paintings.
It was the resting place of the prelates of the Ávila bishopric, and held important episcopal synods, as the one in 1384. Bishop Sancho Dávila had a wall built around the village in the 14th century.
Historical Data
- Construction:
- Castle / Fortress / Watchtower
Address
Bonilla de la Sierra. 05514 Ávila.
Email: info@ayto-bonilla.com
Website: https://bonilladelasierra.com/castillo-bonilla-de-la-sierra/
More information
Ayuntamiento of Bonilla de la Sierra
Municipality of Bonilla de la Sierra. Ávila.
Teléfono: 920 362 708
Fax: 920 362 708
Email: bonilla@diputacionavila.es
Página Web: http://www.ayto-bonilla.com
Oficina de Turismo Regional of Ávila
Casa de las Carnicerías. C/ San Segundo, 17. Ávila. 05001 Ávila.
Teléfono: 920 211 387
Fax: 920 253 717