Castelo de Soutomaior
Castelo de Soutomaior
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Pontevedra
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Rúa do Rial, s/n
36691 Soutomaior Pontevedra
Spain
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Medieval castle from the 12th century. The exact date of its construction is unknown, but it is linked to Mr Pax Méndez Sorrede, who lived during the reign of Alfonso VII (1126–1157) and Ferdinand II (1157–1188) and was the first to use the Sotomayor surname.
The castle was remodelled during the 15th and 19th centuries. It reached its greatest splendour with Pedro Madruga. In 1870 the Vega de Armijo marquises made it their summer residence, adding the balcony "Galería de Damas" to the historic site. Afterwards it became the property of the marchioness of Ayerbe and her husband, Dr. Lluria, who built a sanatorium in the surrounding area. In 1917 they lost ownership of the property and in 1982 it was acquired by the Provincial Council of Pontevedra, which carried out a major restoration work.
The construction has double defensive walls and an irregular oval layout which opens to two entrances: the south one, which today is used as an entry to the public, and the original one on the opposite side. The fortified complex is composed of the tower and the palace attached. The drawbridge that connects to the tower is a highlight, as it was an important element of defence.
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Figures of protection
Bien de Interés Cultural (BIC)
Language
Gallego
Spanish
English
French
Italian
Guided tours
Gallego
Spanish
English
French
Italian
Timetable
Temporada día inicio
Temporada día fin
Horario
Sunday: 10:00-18:00
Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 10:00-19:00
Wednesday: 10:00-19:00
Thursday: 10:00-19:00
Friday: 10:00-19:00
Saturday: 10:00-18:00
Temporada día inicio
Temporada día fin
Horario
Sunday: 10:00-14:30, 16:30-20:00
Monday: 10:00-20:00
Tuesday: 10:00-20:00
Wednesday: 10:00-20:00
Thursday: 10:00-20:00
Friday: 10:00-20:00
Saturday: 10:00-14:30, 16:30-20:00
Payable
Yes
Tariff
Entrada individual: 5 €, Entrada con visita guiada al castillo 6,50€, Entrada con visita guiada al castillo y jardines 7,50€
Parking
Yes, free of charge
Architectural style
Medieval
Landscape interest of the surroundings
Elevated
Description of the environment
With panoramic views
Chronology
Siglos XI-XII
DImensions
24,9 km²
Responsible body
Diputación de Pontevedra
Property
Public
State of conservation
Good