Almodóvar del Río Castle
Almodóvar del Río, Spain
A restored Moorish and Christian castle on a cone-shaped hill above the Guadalquivir, used as a film location for Game of Thrones. A narrow road climbs to a small car park below the gate; entry fee.
The Castillo de Almodóvar del Río stands on a hill on the left bank of the Guadalquivir, about 24 km from Córdoba. A Roman fort stood here earlier; the present complex goes back to Umayyad origins around 760. In the 14th century Alfonso XI had the castle extended, and later Pedro I and Henry II used it as a residence. Between 1901 and the 1930s (1936 or 1937, depending on the source) it was largely rebuilt under the Count of Torralva and the architect Adolfo Fernández Casanova. The castle is still privately owned. It served as the location for Highgarden, the Tyrells’ seat in “Game of Thrones” (season 7).
Three towers dominate the complex: the Cuadrada, the Redonda and the Homenaje. Inside, exhibitions show armour and 3D projections. The access road is steep, and you can park at the top. On weekends there are sometimes dramatised tours; check opening hours and admission in advance (as of October 2026).
- Nearest town
- Almodóvar del Río, Spain
- Category
- History & culture
- GPS
- 37.8092, -5.0217
Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually March–April and October–November. Still fine, with some compromises, in May, September and December–February. Hot in June–August. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
Getting there
- Spain: Tolls on some roads, bridges or tunnels. Many former toll motorways are now free; some AP roads still charge. Motorway limit for cars: 120 km/h.
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Campsites nearby
- Camping "La Breña"Campsite5 km from Almodóvar del Río Castle
- Area de autocaravanas de PosadasMotorhome stopover7 km from Almodóvar del Río CastleMotorhomes
- Camper Park Medina AzaharaMotorhome stopover16 km from Almodóvar del Río CastleMotorhomesElectricityDrinking waterToiletsWaste disposalWi-Fi
- Camping Carlos IIICampsite17 km from Almodóvar del Río Castle
- Área de HornachuelosMotorhome stopover20 km from Almodóvar del Río CastleMotorhomesDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposalWi-FiFree
- Córdoba Centro HistoricoMotorhome stopover22 km from Almodóvar del Río CastleMotorhomesWaste disposal
All campsites in Spain · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026
FAQs
Where is Almodóvar del Río Castle?
Almodóvar del Río Castle is in Almodóvar del Río, Spain, at GPS 37.8092, -5.0217. It is about 23 km from Córdoba.
Can you camp near Almodóvar del Río Castle?
Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Camping "La Breña", about 5 km away; within 25 km there are 6 campsites and motorhome stopovers.
Which road trips pass Almodóvar del Río Castle?
Almodóvar del Río Castle is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Seville to Córdoba along the Guadalquivir.
What is there to see near Almodóvar del Río Castle?
Places worth a stop nearby: Medina Azahara (16 km), Mosque-Cathedral of Córdoba (23 km), Fuente de Piedra lagoon (80 km) and Antequera Dolmens (97 km).
When is the best time to visit Almodóvar del Río Castle?
The most pleasant months are usually March–April and October–November. Still fine, with some compromises, in May, September and December–February. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)