The castle of Allendelagua is an ancient fortification whose remains are located in Allendelagua, in the municipality of Castro-Urdiales, Cantabria. Situated on a rocky hill off any road access, it was likely built between the 14th and 15th centuries. Today, the structure is in an advanced state of ruin, with only the beginnings of its walls remaining, almost imperceptible among large rocks.
Legends surrounding the construction attribute its authorship to the Templars, but studies and dating disprove this hypothesis. The site is protected with the category of monument by a resolution dated April 3, 2002.
According to the legislation of June 25, 1985, the ruins of the medieval tower of the Templars are considered of cultural interest. The ruins are located on a rocky slope at the middle of the summit, west of the municipal capital. In 2024, the castle became part of the Red List of heritage at risk compiled by the Hispania Nostra association.
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Written by Nicolo Ciampini
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