Castle of the Templars

Walls, towers and Templar heritage in the heart of medieval Ponferrada.

The Castle of the Templars is one of Ponferrada’s great symbols. Its walls, towers and courtyards preserve the legacy of a fortress linked to the Knights Templar and to the history of the Way of Saint James.

Located next to the historic centre, it invites visitors to explore its spaces and discover the medieval history of El Bierzo. Inside, you will also find the Templar Library and various exhibition spaces.

A visit to discover Ponferrada’s past from one of its most emblematic landmarks.

INFORMATION:

📍 Location and contact

OPENING HOURS

October and March: 10:00–14:00 / 16:00–19:00.
1 November to 28 February: 10:00–14:00 / 16:00–18:00.
1 April to 30 September: 10:00–14:00 / 16:30–20:30.
Monday: closed.

♿ Accessibility: Facilitated access to exhibition areas. The towers and original ramparts from different centuries are not accessible.

GENERAL ADMISSION €6 / REDUCED ADMISSION €4

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ℹ️ Additional information: Admission to the Castle of the Templars is free on Wednesdays.

Visitors are advised to check the applicable admission fees, discounts and free admission conditions at the Castle ticket office.

PHOTOGRAPHIC GALLERY OF

Castle of the Templars

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Piezas museísticas

Facsimile manuscript of the Beatus of Liébana


Manuscript | 10th century (facsimile)

Codex Biblicus Legionensis, Facsimile


Manuscript | 10th century

Bible of Federico da Montefeltro, Facsimile.


Manuscript | 15th century

The Beatus Manuscripts, Facsimile.


Manuscript | 15th century

The Great Hours of Anne of Brittany. Facsimile


Manuscript | 15th century

The Très Riches Heures of the Duke of Berry. Facsimile


Manuscript | 15th century

Book of the Knights of the Order of Santiago of Burgos Cathedral. Facsimile.


Manuscript | Middle Ages

Codex Calixtinus. Facsimile.


Manuscript | 12th century

Botanical Encyclopedia of Emperor Wenceslas. Facsimile.


Manuscript | Middle Ages

Don Quixote. Original, 18th century.


Original copy | 18th century

The Spiritual Canticle by Saint John of the Cross, illustrated by Eduardo Chillida.


Original copy | Middle Ages

Book of Kells (AD 800). Facsimile of the original preserved in the Trinity Library in Dublin.


Manuscript | AD 800

Gospel Book of Henry León (12th century)


Manuscript | 12th Century

Beatus of Burgo de Osma (11th century)


Manuscript | 11th Century

Codex Calixtinus (12th century)


Manuscript | 12th Century

Lapidary of Alfonso X the Wise (13th century)


Manuscript | 13th Century

The Très Riches Heures of the Duke of Berry (15th century)


Manuscript | 15th Century

Bible of Federico da Montefeltro (15th century)


Manuscript | 15th Century

Anatomical Studies by Leonardo da Vinci (16th century)


Manuscript | 16th Century

Dioscorides of Doctor Laguna (16th century)


Manuscript | 16th Century

Academy Quixote – Ibarra Quixote (18th century)


Manuscript | 18th Century

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