Cuenca and its Hanging Houses
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A medieval city famous for its houses hanging over the edge of a cliff. Also a World Heritage Site.
What to see in Cuenca
These are the 6 places to visit in the province of Cuenca. Save your favourites and open them in Google Maps to plan your route.
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Belmonte Castle
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An impressive 15th-century fortress, restored and very well preserved, perfect for diving into the medieval history of Castilla-La Mancha.
Enchanted City of Cuenca
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A natural site of limestone rocks shaped by erosion into whimsical forms such as the Tormo Alto or the Boats.
Segóbriga Archaeological Park
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A Roman city in Cuenca with a well-preserved theatre, amphitheatre, baths and forum.
Alarcón
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Medieval town almost encircled by a meander of the Júcar, with an eighth-century castle that is now a Parador and walls still guarding it.
Uclés Monastery
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Known as the Escorial of La Mancha, it was the headquarters of the Order of Santiago and blends Plateresque and Baroque façades atop an old castle.
About Cuenca
Cuenca, a World Heritage Site, overlooks the Huécar gorge with its Hanging Houses. The province has unique landscapes and monuments such as the Ciudad Encantada, Belmonte Castle and the archaeological park of Segóbriga.
Frequently asked questions about Cuenca
What to see in Cuenca in one day?
The Hanging Houses and the Museum of Abstract Art, the San Pablo Bridge, the Cathedral and the Plaza Mayor; in the afternoon, the Ciudad Encantada is about 30 km away.
When is the best time to visit Cuenca?
Spring and autumn, when the Serranía de Cuenca is at its best. Its Holy Week and Religious Music Week are well known.
What towns and places to visit near Cuenca?
The Ciudad Encantada, the Ventano del Diablo, Belmonte, Segóbriga, Alarcón and the source of the Río Cuervo.