An example of the German Gothic style.
Peñafiel castle is built of Campaspero stone and is an example of the German Gothic style. It is 210 metres long by 33 metres wide.
The castle is located on a hill overlooking the valleys of Duratón and Botijas. Its exterior is uniform in appearance, and it has a single door. The keep has a rectangular floor plan and is over 30 metres high, 14.5 by 20 metres at its base, and is crowned by eight turrets. The tower is flanked by two courtyards. On the interior of the castle there are two floors and a stone vault. It was declared a National Monument in 1917, and is currently home to the Provincial Museum-Foundation of the Wines of Valladolid.
Practical information
Timetables
Oct 01 to Mar 31
Tuesday to Sunday and Public holidays
10:30 AM to 2:00 PM
4:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Closing days: Monday
Apr 01 to Sep 30
Tuesday to Sunday and Public holidays
10:30 AM to 2:00 PM
4:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Closing days: Monday
Rates
General: €6.60
Groups: €5
Children: €3.30
Joint admission With the Museum