Castillo del Águila, Gaucín

Name: Castillo del Águila
Address: Gaucín, Spain

#1 among attractions in Gaucín

Historical place, Forts and castles

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The Castle of the Eagle, also called Gaucín Castle, is a fortress located in the Malaga municipality of Gaucín, Spain. It receives this name because the presence of birds of prey is frequent. It is a castle built in the Andalusian period and rebuilt several times later. The wall, the keep, the cisterns and an escape mine are preserved. Guzmán el Bueno died in the surroundings of the castle in 1309, when he was trying to conquer it from the Arabs. In it we can find the Hermitage of the Santo Niño. In the area you can find a large number of eagles, hence the name.

Coordinates: 36°31'3"N, 5°18'47"W

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Castillo del Águila – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Benarrabá, Genalguacil, Jubrique.

3.2 miNE
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Benarrabá
82 min walk • One of the town's most notable attractions is the breathtaking Genal Valley, which is renowned for its lush forests, crystal-clear rivers, and captivating hiking trails. Visitors can immerse themselves in the natural beauty of the area while exploring the surrounding...
4.7 miNE
Town
Genalguacil
119 min walk • Genalguacil is a town and municipality in the province of Málaga, part of the autonomous community of Andalusia in southern Spain. The municipality is situated approximately 45 kilometers from Ronda and 34 km from the city of Estepona. It is located west of the province in the Genal valley.
6.2 miNE
Town
Jubrique
159 min walk • Jubrique is a town and municipality in the province of Málaga, part of the autonomous community of Andalusia in southern Spain. The municipality is situated approximately 38 kilometers from Ronda and 105 km from the Malaga capital. It has a population of approximately 800 residents. The natives in this village are called Jubriqueños.