 Castillo over the city | ||
| Molina de Aragon | ||
| region | Guadalajara | |
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| Residents | 3.233 (2020) | |
| height | 1,065 m | |
| Tourist info web | http://www.molina-aragon.com | |
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Molina de Aragon is a city in the Guadalajara Province.
background
During the Reconquista (Recapture) Molina de Aragón was hotly contested. In 1129 Alfonso I of Aragón was able to conquer the Moors. Many buildings were destroyed in the process. Then there was a dispute between Aragón and Castile over the strategically important castle, which Castile won. The castle was called during the 12th and 13th centuries Molina de los Caballeros. It was rebuilt and got its current appearance. After a revolt of the townspeople in the 14th century, which was about their independence, Aragón occupied the castle and town for 6 years. In 1375 both became Castilian again. The castle was used in the following centuries and has therefore been well preserved. In 1810 the French general Roquet set fire to the city. The castle became a refuge for the townspeople in 1875 during the Carlist attacks led by General Vallés. The castle has not been used since the 19th century. It no longer has any meaning.
getting there
By plane
The nearest airport is Madrid, around 180 km away.
By train
By bus
In the street
- Of Madrid drive west on the A-2 and from Alcola del Pinar the N-211 to Molina de Aragón.
- Of Barcelona you get on the A-2 or AP-2 via Zaragossa to Alcola del Pinar and then drive on the N-211 to your destination.
mobility
Molina de Aragón is a small town that can be tackled on foot.
Tourist Attractions
The city is described as historically and artistically valuable.
- Castillo. The 11th century Moorish castillo (castle) has six towers that have been preserved. It is located on a hill above the town. The castle is a typical medieval defense structure, 80 x 40 m in size. It also served as a castle. There was a palace, a prison, kitchens, rooms for the guards, and some military buildings within the walls. The tower of Aragón stands as a watchtower outside the walls above the castle. The tower was also fortified and had an underground entrance with a zigzag tunnel. You cannot visit the castle. One should contact the tourist office, but it is often closed.
- Iglesia de Santa Clara. In the Romanesque style.
activities
shop
kitchen
nightlife
accommodation
- Hospederia Real Palacio de los Molinos ***, in the center of the old town in a renaissance palace. Tel.: 34 949 832 395.
security
health
Practical advice
trips
literature
Web links
- http://www.molina-aragon.com/ - Official website of Molina de Aragón
