Discover Albarracín, the former capital of a Moorish kingdom and one of the most beautiful towns of Spain that still preserves its medieval authenticity in a unique scenic spot. Located in the hills of east-central Spain, in the autonomous community of Aragón, Albarracín is an imposing fortified village built through time around a mountain and surrounded by the Guadalaviar River. With its unique landscape and singular features, a visit to Albarracín is a trip back in time to the medieval era of the Iberian Peninsula. With its steep streets and beautiful houses, you can wander for hours and discover part of the history of Spain in its walls, centuries-old paths, and hidden corners. Enjoy the culture and rich heritage of Albarracín and stay in this unparalleled secret spot of Aragón.
Our recommendations on which areas to stay in
- Discover the historic center of Albarracín with its unique sights and medieval streets by staying close to Calle Diputación Provincial. Here you will be close to parks, historical areas, excellent restaurant options, excellent views, and everything you need for a beautiful stay.
- Enjoy the proximity to the natural areas of Albarracín and experience the rural side of Spain by staying close to Calle Santiago, where you will be near hiking areas, parks, and rivers.
These are our recommendations on accommodations in Albarracín, Spain, in 3 categories:
- Stays near the historic center:
- Accommodations with great views:
- Exploring the natural side of Albarracín:
Discover the capital of a former kingdom. – What to know before visiting
Albarracín is located in the southeast of the Aragonese province of Teruel. It is part of an association of The most beautiful towns in Spain and is a proposed site for the UNESCO World Heritage Sites due to its beautiful landscape, shape, and history. Albarracín is constructed on a mountain almost surrounded by the Guadalaviar River, giving it an exceptional landscape with steep streets and buildings with impressive views.
You can feel the influence of Arabic culture and the middle ages on this village. The area has been inhabited since the Iron Age by the Celts, but during the Al-Ándalus period in the X century, where the town developed many of its unique features and became the capital of the small kingdom or taifa of Albarracín.
You can still see the grand architecture of the Arabic era in the defensive tower of Torre del Andador from the X century and the castle and archaeological site of Castillo Musulmán De Albarracín, located in the heart of the historical center of the town where you can discover the only building of its kind in the region.
From the XII century, Albarracín became a Christian territory. From this period onwards, the town built monuments of a Christian nature, such as Catedral de Albarracín from the XVI century, the Palacio Episcopal with a Baroque facade from the XVII century, and the civil and defensive works like the XIV century town hall of Ayuntamiento de Albarracín located in the cobbled main square of Plaza Mayor Albarracín, and discover the Walls of Albarracin on top of the mountains of the village that give a unique view of the village.
Albarracín is also a fantastic place to enjoy the nature of Aragón. Visit the Paisaje protegido de los Pinares de Rodeno, where you can discover the most significant natural area in the Teruel province, with stunning flora and a great variety of fauna. Also, there are many examples of cave paintings of humans hunting, cooking, and animal scenes.
Discover Albarracín and have a wonderful time in its historical areas and natural spots in one of the most beautiful towns in Spain.
Staying in a medieval town center.
Discover the medieval town of Albarracín and enjoy a wonderful stay close to all the best spots to learn about its history and see the best views. We recommend the areas close to Calle Diputación Provincial, perfect for a solo trip, a couple’s holiday, or a family adventure in rural Spain. Here you will be close to parks, historical areas, excellent restaurant options, excellent views, and everything you need for a fantastic stay.
Your stay will be located in a perfect spot to enjoy a great view of Albarracín, with its unique sandstone-colored houses and buildings. Moreover, enjoy proximity to Plaza Mayor Albarracín, where you can see beautiful medieval architecture surrounded by historical buildings and lookouts such as the Town Hall Albarracín and the lookout of Mirador Ayuntamiento Albarracín, at 50 m from your accommodation.
Enjoy proximity to Fluvial Park at a 2-minute walk from your accommodation, where you can walk around the trees and walkable areas and enjoy a picnic on the banks of the Guadalaviar River. Also, the site has a playground for kids and parking spots if you travel by car.
Visit the prominent landmarks of the city during your stay. Visit the Catedral de Albarracín in Plaza la Seo to see religious art in one of the most beautiful buildings in Albarracín in the best spot for scenic views of the local architecture, 350 m from your accommodation. Also, the Castillo Musulmán De Albarracín in Calle San Juan is an excellent historical place to visit. Here you will be in contact with the Moorish past of Albarracín in the most impressive construction of the village, 350 m from your lodging.
In the areas close to your stay, you will enjoy all the amenities for a comfortable visit to Albarracín:
- Find a pharmacy and a health center at a walkable distance, such as Pérez Hernández Pharmacy in Calle Diputación Provincial, a few steps from your accommodation, and the public health center of Albarracín Centro de Salud in Camino Santo Cristo, 750 m from your stay.
- The nearest supermarket is Hijos Narro Supermarket, located in Calle Llano del Arrabal, 650 m from your accommodation.
Find excellent restaurants close to your accommodation, such as Taba in Travesia de la Catedral, where you can enjoy salads, tapas, and meat dishes, 65 m from your stay, or visit the traditional restaurant La Realda in Calle Diputación Provincial, and enjoy a local menu just a few steps from your accommodation.
Discover the historic center of Albarracín with its unique sights and medieval streets by staying close to Calle Diputación Provincial.
Discovering the nature of Albarracín.
Albarracin is a great place to enjoy the rural side of Spain. Discover the many natural areas and archaeological sites from an accommodation that offers excellent connection to them by staying close to Calle Santiago, where you will be near hiking areas, parks, and rivers.
Enjoy the proximity of your stay to the sights of the Walls of Albarracin and the Torre del Andador in Calle Subida de las Torres to walk and discover the history of Albarracín in this unique constructions from different eras, 120 m from your accommodation. Then, enjoy a hike close to your accommodation on the Inicio / Final Paseo Fluvial in Calle Portal del Agua, and explore an area full of rivers, bridges, paths, and great spots to see the villages from a great perspective, starting 300 m from your accommodation, or enjoy a longer route in the Inicio/final Paseo Fluvial Rio Guadalaviar in Calle Puentes, 550 m from your accommodation.
Plan a trip to the Paisaje protegido de los Pinares de Rodeno, located 7 km from your accommodation, where you can discover the stunning natural landscape of Albarracín, enjoy the archaeological sites with cave paintings in the Punto de información del arte rupestre prehistorico, and many hiking areas and lookout spots around this naturally preserved landscape.
