Castilla y León is one of the greatest dream places that you can find in Spain . On this occasion, we will tell you about the 10 most beautiful towns in Castilla y León that you must visit. So that you can fully enjoy your visit to Castilla y León. This is thanks to the great variety of towns that this destination has, capable of captivating its visitors.
1. Cold
We start the list with a fantastic town located north of Burgos. Despite the fact that it does not have 300 inhabitants, it has an air of a rather interesting metropolis. In addition, in its buildings it allows us to feel for a moment within the Middle Ages .
So, if you are a medieval lover, you will undoubtedly love this place. Live the great experience of crossing the medieval bridge that will take you to its beautiful streets. And of course, you cannot leave this town without taking a walk through the ‘Castillo de Velasco’. As well as contemplating the best cold views from the Barranco del Molinar .
2. Navalmoral de la Sierra
We find another relatively small town, which does not even reach 500 inhabitants. However, Navalmoral de la Sierra has a lot of charms for its visitors. One of these is the fantastic ‘Valle del Alto Alberche’. From there, you can enjoy different outdoor activities, such as taking tours on foot or by bicycle.
3. Peñalba de Santiago
You will be surprised to know that this town that we will talk about next, does not have even 30 registered inhabitants . Although it may seem like a ghost town, we will tell you some reasons why it is worth taking a tour of this place during your visit to Castilla y León.
The main attraction of Peñalba de Santiago is not exactly its structures. Its charm can be found in all the natural environment that surrounds it . See the wonders of nature in all their splendor. Stroll through the forests, or bathe in the waterfalls that are in the surroundings of a charismatic enclave that is one of the most beautiful towns in Castilla y León.
Like the town mentioned above, Peñalba de Santiago is also characterized as an ideal destination for nature lovers . In addition, it is located in the ‘valley of silence’, a name that comes in handy for the tranquility that you can find in it.
4. Pedraza
We continue this list of the 10 most beautiful towns in Castilla y León to visit, with a charming medieval town . If everything related to the Middle Ages, castles, maidens and chivalry catches your eye, then Pedraza has to be on your list of destinations to visit.
You will find this town on a hill, which offers fantastic panoramic views. In addition, it also has very well-preserved buildings built for more than 3 centuries. So, during your visit to this place that could be considered historical, do not forget to take a walk through its square to contemplate its columns, and visit the castle .
5. Candeleda
We find another of the most beautiful towns in Castilla y León, this time located in Ávila, characterized by the beauty of its streets and houses where a great variety of flowers usually hang on their balconies. In addition, in La Candeleda you can visit some places of tourist interest, such as its museum, and the famous Jewish Quarter house.
So, do not miss the opportunity during your visit to Castilla y León to visit the best attractions of Candeleda, while you let yourself be hypnotized by the fragrances of jasmine, geranium, and contemplate the beautiful carnations on the balconies. And if you are passionate about floristry, then ‘the house of flowers’ is a place that you cannot miss.
6. Medinaceli
We find a place that must be known yes or yes by all visitors to Castilla y León. And it is that, Medinaceli is a destination full of great importance for all the cultural and historical richness it has. Gathering cultural elements and typical of the Middle Ages that are still preserved today despite the passing of the centuries.
During your visit to Medinaceli, do not forget to contemplate the only Roman arch from the first century, in all of Spain. In addition, you can also contemplate its imposing walls that a few centuries ago, functioned as powerful fortresses to protect Medinaceli from invaders.
Finally, do not leave without walking through its castle, and of course, without taking a walk and contemplating all the attractions that ‘the main square’ offers.
7. Bull
Toro is another of the medieval destinations that could not be missing among the most beautiful towns in Castilla y León, and of course, that you cannot and should not miss. Like the town mentioned above, Toro, in addition to having an atmosphere that immediately transports you to the Middle Ages, has great historical wealth .
It is said that in ancient times Toro was characterized by establishing his reign independently . Furthermore, it is an important meeting place for various military troops. This, without leaving aside the fact that it was also of great importance to the religious community.
All of the above, was leaving with the passing of the centuries, a historical and cultural legacy that today has become a tourist attraction of this medieval town. During your visit, don’t miss the famous Alcázar, the place where the monarchs resided a few centuries ago.
Also, you can contemplate the famous ‘vacceo bull’ that represents the symbol of the city. This sculpture is located at the entrance of it. That way, you will learn a little better about the interesting history of this town and the meaning of its name .
8. Candelario
We are almost near the end of this list of the 10 most beautiful towns in Castilla y León. However, we cannot finish this small top 10, without mentioning you a magical town, it is Candelario.
There is not much to say about Candelario, besides that it is a place that has a certain magic. Its cobbled streets give it a unique beauty capable of taking us back to the past . In addition, its beautiful fountains and its ‘watering cans’ give the town a very particular touch.
As an extra detail, you should know that a large number of houses have the famous ‘batipuertas’. This is mostly out of necessity, since they serve to protect homes from the entry of animals. If you are a lover of beauty that can be reflected in architectural works and quiet places, Candelario will charm you without a doubt.
9. The Pool
In position number 9, we will find as a recommendation one of the most attractive towns both in Castilla y León, as well as in Spain. Finding among the main attractions of this place, the great cultural syncretism that it has . Thanks to this, you can find elements belonging to different cultures, such as Muslim and Judeo-Christian.
In addition, walking its labyrinthine streets turns out to be an exciting experience that will surely make you have a good time . However, the main attractions of this town, you will find them in its main square, known as ‘the main square’. There, you will be able to contemplate the imposing church ‘Nuestra Señora de la Asunción’, dating from the 18th century.
And if all the above were not enough, you should know that this fantastic place is surrounded by nature. Not far away you will find the remains of gold mines used by the Roman Empire, as well as splendid wooded areas . Being ideal, to take a walk for those tourists who seek to connect for a moment with nature.
10. Calatañazor
Finally and to close this list of the most beautiful towns in Castilla y León, we bring you the famous ‘Calatañazor’. Like some of the towns previously mentioned in this list, the Calatañazor can be found located on a hill. The attractiveness of this is that below said hill, you can see a river that in ancient times was known as a valley of blood .
Although it is not a large town, it has taken good care of the passage of time, conserving its architecture quite a bit . Thus, all the elements of Calatañazor immediately remind us of the Middle Ages. If you are a lover of history and medieval times, touring Calatañazor will fascinate you.
See the vestige of what was a castle and today they are only ruins. In addition, its church, and its hermitage of solitude. Calatañazor is one of the most beautiful towns in Castilla y León that you must visit, which also has great historical wealth.
Do not forget to visit these beautiful towns in Castilla y León
As you may have noticed, the most beautiful towns in Castilla y León that date back to the Middle Ages are diverse. On the other hand, there are other destinations on this list, which offer us unsurpassed natural wonders. So, if you are visiting Castilla y León, it is worth tracing on your route, the visit of some of these wonderful towns that we have mentioned before.
