Route of the Battle of Alarcos — circular from Poblete

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Route of the Battle of Alarcos — circular from Poblete

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Route of the Battle of Alarcos — circular from Poblete

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9.15km

110m

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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily walkable paths.

Last updated: July 26, 2024

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3.57 km

Access to Cerro del Despeñadero

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Technical section especially if you go down, do it carefully.

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4.00 km

Alarcos Hermitage

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The sanctuary of Nuestra Señora de Alarcos is a Gothic-style hermitage located in Alarcos, declared a Site of Cultural Interest in 1980. Gothic style and basilical in plan, a large tracery rose window opens above its door. Their pilgrimage is celebrated on Pentecost Monday.

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4.46 km

Alarcos Castle

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It is part of the Alarcos-Calatrava Archaeological Park.
The castle is at the top, built on an artificial platform. Its plan is rectangular and it has nine towers, seven square and two pentagonal in the bow. It was occupied by Iberians, Romans and Arabs.
In 1195 a great battle took place here, the Battle of Alarcos against the Almohads, in which Alfonso VIII had to flee wounded in the leg. After the war, Alarcos and its surroundings remained in Almohad power, which delayed the Reconquest for several decades.
This Battle took place in the plain that today extends between Alarcos and Poblete.

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6.92 km

Alarcos Virtual Route

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The Battle of Alarcos Route is a fascinating experience that combines history and technology. This route allows visitors to explore the historic site of the battle that took place on July 19, 1195, where the Almohad troops of Al-Mansur defeated the Christian troops commanded by the Castilian king Alfonso VIII.

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8.46 km