Calatayud

Info & Location

City/Province: Zaragoza

Type of Experience: Islamic heritage

Address: 50300, Calatayud, Zaragoza, Spain

When: Calatayud is a great destination to visit any time of the year. The weather is generally dry, with cold winters and hot summers, and many sunny days featuring a beautiful blue sky.

How to get there: The fourth most important city in Aragon has a privileged location, between Zaragoza and Madrid. Calatayud can be reached by car or bus from Zaragoza (84 kms) or Madrid (230 km.), Highway A-2, but also by AVE high-speed train: in 55 minutes to/from Madrid, or just over 20 m. to/from Zaragoza.

Points of interest: Above all, the Mudejar landmarks, with the Monastery-Colegiata de Santa María recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This site includes the tower, apse, and cloister, showcasing the finest Mudejar artistry. Other excellent examples of beautiful Mudejar art in Calatayud include the church and tower of San Pedro de los Francos and the church and tower of San Andrés.
The Moorish suburb lies below Ayub Castle. You can also visit some of the city gates, such as Puerta del Terrer, Puerta de Zaragoza, and the Plaza de España square

Tourist info: Tourist Office address: Plaza de España, 1. Phone: (+34) 976 886 322