In this audio guide, Emily Thompson takes you through Castle of the Commandery of Socovos telling the story as you walk. In your accent, no need to read signs — just let your eyes take in what's in front of you.

What you'll hear inside Castle of the Commandery of Socovos:

1
Aljibe
The aljibe (cistern) is one of the original features still standing within the castle's walled precinct, positioned in the elevated central zone alongside the remnants of the keep and the dungeon.
2
Fortified Enclosure with Crenellated Walls
The castle's outer walls form a roughly polygonal perimeter—nearly circular or oval in shape—with crenellated stonework now badly weathered.
3
Mazmorra
The dungeon is one of the best-preserved features within the grounds of Castillo de la Encomienda de Socovos, positioned on the elevated hilltop alongside the cistern and remnants of the keep.
4
Polygonal Tower
The Polygonal Tower stands in the southern sector of Socovos Castle's outer defences, distinguished by its unusual semicircular-shaped exterior front.
5
Tower of Homage
Remains of the keep tower atop the crag, center of the castle's defensive enclosure.
6
Main Gate
The main gate of Socovos Castle faces south, forming part of the fortress's distinctive near-circular enclosure.
7
Almohad Walls
Crenellated Almohad walls, unique in the province with Jorquera, with square towers in a near-circular enclosure.

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Practical information

C. la Cerca, 15, 02435 Socovos, Albacete, Spain

Opening hoursMonday: Open 24 hours Tuesday: Open 24 hours Wednesday: Open 24 hours Thursday: Open 24 hours Friday: Open 24 hours Saturday: Open 24 hours Sunday: Open 24 hours