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Featured Parador - Alarcón
This authentic 8th Century fortress is situated on a promontory above the meandering river Júcar, on the Manchego-Levantinas border. The hotel occupies the medieval castle of the Marqueses de Villena, which is over 13 centuries old. It was founded by the Muslims in the 8th Century and then taken over by King Alfonso VIII in the 12th Century. It was the home of distinguished writer, Don Juan Manuel and has experienced many sieges and revolts. The grandeur of the Parador can be witnessed in the Torre del Homenaje (Tower of Homage) both in its battlements and interior.
The hotel was redecorated in 2003 following some construction work on the entire hotel. It emphasized the fortress’s strength and austerity, removing the wall coverings and creating an appearance more in line with the original building.
Magnificent oak and a mixture of modern and classical styles have transformed this Parador into a new building. The fabrics used within bring out its medieval character; the reds and oranges contrast with the austerity of the space and serve as a backdrop for its genuine art collection. The castle, formerly owned by the Marqueses de Villena, displays works by Tapies, Redondela, Sempere, Amadeo Gabino, Alvaro Delgado, Martínez Novillo and Menchu Gal, and sends its paintings to the famous Abstract Art Museum in Cuenca. It is a peaceful haven on the Castile plateau.
The hotel was redecorated in 2003 following some construction work on the entire hotel. It emphasized the fortress’s strength and austerity, removing the wall coverings and creating an appearance more in line with the original building.
Magnificent oak and a mixture of modern and classical styles have transformed this Parador into a new building. The fabrics used within bring out its medieval character; the reds and oranges contrast with the austerity of the space and serve as a backdrop for its genuine art collection. The castle, formerly owned by the Marqueses de Villena, displays works by Tapies, Redondela, Sempere, Amadeo Gabino, Alvaro Delgado, Martínez Novillo and Menchu Gal, and sends its paintings to the famous Abstract Art Museum in Cuenca. It is a peaceful haven on the Castile plateau.
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Interesting Places
Activities
Regional Menu
Festivities
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Alarcón.
Plaza de Don Manuel (Don Manuel Square).
Churches.
Fortifications.
Towers. - Cuenca capital (82 km.)
- Ciudad Encantada (Enchanted City) (119 km.)
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Cuenca (89 km.)
Casas Colgadas (cliff edge houses).
Cathedral.
Casco Histórico (Old Town). - Wine route.
- Sisante and San Clemente (30 km.)
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Roman cities.
Segóbriva (90 km.)
Valeria (49 km.)
Ercáciva (150 km.) - Belmonte (75 km.)
- Embalse de Alarcón (6 km.)
- Hoces del Río Gabriel Nature Reserve (48 km.)
- Hoces del Río Júcar Nature Reserve in Alarcón.
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Cultural trips:
Murals of San Juan.
Santa María Alterpiece.
Temporary art exhibitions in Santo Domingo. - Guided tours of Alarcón exploring some of its most symbolic buildings.
- Canoe Treks
- Fishing
- Horse Routes
- Hunting
- Mountain Biking
- Rambling
- Trekking
La Alhacena Manchega
Discover the new restaurant space at the Parador de Alarcón. The menu offerings at this dining spot are based on classic examples of Cuenca's cuisine, with a fresh, casual presentation and very affordable prices.
The Parador menu includes a variety of dishes, including artisan Manchego cheeses, morteruelo pâté and Migas del Pastor, shepherd-style fried breadcrumbs.
Discover the new restaurant space at the Parador de Alarcón. The menu offerings at this dining spot are based on classic examples of Cuenca's cuisine, with a fresh, casual presentation and very affordable prices.
The Parador menu includes a variety of dishes, including artisan Manchego cheeses, morteruelo pâté and Migas del Pastor, shepherd-style fried breadcrumbs.
- Buenache de Alarcón.
- Ferias (Festivals): 8th September,| Albacete (90 km.)
- Fiestas del Cristo (Christ Festivals): 15th September.
- Fiestas patronales (Patron Saint Festivals): San Sebastián. 19th January.
- Moros y Cristianos (Moors and Christians): 8th January, Valverde de Júcar (40 km.)
- Semana Santa (Holy Week): Cuenca, a 85 km.