Enjoy a holiday to Calatayud, whose streets are an authentic compendium of history. The city is easy to get to as it falls on the AVE Barcelona-Madrid high-speed train line. Only in few places, like in Calatayud, will you see perfect examples of the coexistence of Spain's three major civilisations: the Christians, Jews and Arabs.
The undercurrent of this medieval air can be seen in the city's fortified complex, composed of five castles that are linked by a series of walls: Castillo de Ayub or Castillo Mayor, Castillo de la Torre Mocha, Castillo de la Peña, Castillo de Doña Martina and Castillo del Reloj or the royal castle. A stroll through the old city to the ancient Roman Augusta Bilbilis lets you explore its gardens and squares, such as Plaza de España, with its irregular façades, and observe beautiful churches such as the collegiate church of Santa María de la Mayor and marvellous Aragonese-style palaces such as Casa de los Pujada Vezlopez y de los Sesé.
Calatayud also stands out for being one of the capitals of Aragonese Mudéjar art, declared UNESCO World Heritage sites in 2001. So don't forget to visit the church of San Andrés, with its emblematic octagonal Mudéjar tower.
If you choose from a wide selection of cheap trips to Calatayud, check out Mesón de la Dolores, considered the oldest public building still standing in the city and appreciate its charming courtyard. At the palace's museum, you'll discover the full story behind the character, and you can even try some of the red garnacha varieties of the Calatayud Denomination of Origin wines.
Take advantage of a package holiday to Calatayud to see the Monasterio de Piedra natural park and relax listening to the sound of the waterfalls while you visit the Cistercian monastery.
Search for holiday deals to Calatayud and enjoy the charms of this age-old city while you try some “pinchos” in its charming bars and restaurants.
