"Architecture, Castle and Outstanding Scenery" Lacalahorra by Beach_dog

Lacalahorra Travel Guide: 14 reviews and 40 photos

Lacalahorra

One of those surprising little places in Spain, that has more than it appeared to offer. I did no research and thought I was just going to visit a castle, but was so surprised by the beauty of this town and its surrounding area.

It nests on the plain north of the foot of the Sierra Nevada mountains. A few kilometers from Guadix and less than an hours drive from Granada. A small town with some interesting Andalucian style buildings, a impressive castle on its hilltop location, and surrounded by some really beautiful countryside. During March the Almond trees were in full blossom and the backdrop was the snow capped peaks of the mountains behind adding to the beauty.

The Castle

Lacalahorra Castle.

Situated on the hill above the town, it was a lovely walk of about 10 minutes from the town center, a steep path wound up the hillside to its gates. On arriving we discovered it was only open on Wednesdays, but were not disappointed as the views and castle were well worth the short walk.

The Town

Town house, church and hilltop castle.

Small and very rural, the town possesed a collection of interesting buildings in typical local style, clustered around its center at the church.

Last visit to Lacalahorra: Mar 2003
Intro Updated Apr 4, 2003
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Reviews (6)

Sierra Nevada Things to Do (3)

From the castle hill you get great views around the area and of the nearby mountains. Apparently Lacalahoora has a Ski... more travel advice

A castle tower with mountain background. - Lacalahorra

Lacalahorra Castle Things to Do (3)

Impressive hilltop castle located on the hilltop over the town. We found it is only open to visit on Wednesdays, but the... more travel advice

After the steep walk... Things to Do (3)

A stop to rest and pose for a photo with Carmen (Carmela71) and the outer castle wall. more travel advice

Church Favorites (2)

A view of the town from the Castle hill, showing the church near which we parked the car, before walking to the castle. more travel advice

Restaurants (1)
A good breakfast spot.

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Written Apr 4, 2003

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Views around the area.

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wroclawiak Aug 26, 2007 at 5:58 AM

Thanks for infos. I am going to visit la Calhorra in February.
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Gili_S Apr 10, 2003 at 1:18 PM

Beautiful, I like that mountain in the background
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Gypsystravels Apr 7, 2003 at 9:16 AM

Amazing Stace!! No fair, I am so jealous, you get all the fun!!
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Sharon Apr 1, 2003 at 8:10 AM

Go Man Go ! build your pages..lol Great Pic's stacy... i'll visit again when its finished, just wanted to give you the red flash... :-P
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Carmela71 Mar 27, 2003 at 12:26 AM

beautiful landscape! A must visit place by sure!
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nighthawk Mar 23, 2003 at 3:36 PM

nice pics! some text would be nice too :-)
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Hosell Mar 21, 2003 at 12:54 PM

Beautiful pics,I can't wait to see the rest! :) I didn't know about this place!!