Opened its doors in august 2009 with a completely revamped and a dramatic upgrading of both the strength and defensive structures as the surrounding gardens. Diamond shape is formed by a series of concentric structures, pit-pull, liza, body residential courtyard. It highlighted the main tower, the highest, a fortress of strength. During recovery phases have been found five towers.

This XI century fortress, was ordered to be built by Fernando I, it was never a palatial castle but a fortress in which to protect and protect the city.

Zamora Castle experienced a period of great splendor in the Middle Ages, undergoing a major transformation in the eighteenth century to become an artillery fort and adapt well to new methods attack and defense of cities, the artillery.

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Historical Data

Construction
Castle / Fortress / Watchtower
Predominant styles
Romanesque

When to visit it?

Opening hours

  • From October 20 to March 29:
    • From Tuesday to Sunday: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM and 4:00 PM - 6:30 PM (Always confirm opening times with the tourist office 980 533694)
    • Closed: Monday
  • From March 30 to June 30:
    • From Tuesday to Sunday: 10:30 AM - 2:00 PM and 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    • Closed: Monday
  • From July 1 to August 31:
    • From Tuesday to Sunday: 10:30 AM - 2:00 PM and 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
    • Closed: Monday
  • winter (October 1 – October 19):
    • From Tuesday to Sunday: 10:30 AM - 2:00 PM and 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    • Closed: Monday

Taxes

Free

Observations: For bank holidays and long weekends, please call 980 533 694. Closed on September 8 (Virgen de la Concha), December 24, 25, and 31, and January 1 and 6. No entry is permitted 20 minutes before closing time. Closed on Christmas Day: December 24, 25, and 31, and January 1 and 6. Open every Monday during the Exposition "Edades del Hombre" (October 2025–April 5, 2026).

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    • Postal address Parque del Castillo s/n. Zamora. NaN. Zamora
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      980 531 845
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