Muralla de Segovia

About

The Muralla de Segovia encircles the historic heart of the city with a powerful presence that has endured since the early Middle Ages. Built and expanded between the eleventh and fourteenth centuries, the walls once protected Segovia from external threats while defining its urban identity. Stretching for more than three kilometres, the fortification includes towers, gates, and lookout points that reveal the strategic importance of the city throughout its history. Much of the structure remains remarkably intact, offering visitors the chance to walk along restored sections and appreciate sweeping views of the surrounding landscape. The walls also frame key neighbourhoods, including the former Jewish Quarter, adding cultural depth to their defensive role. Today the Muralla de Segovia stands as a testament to the city’s resilience, craftsmanship, and enduring medieval character.

Segovia Spain

Location

The Muralla de Segovia (Segovia City Walls) encircles the historic centre of Segovia in Castile and León, Spain, forming a roughly 2.25‑kilometre medieval circuit that starts near the Alcázar fortress and runs along the rocky bluffs above the Eresma and Clamores rivers. Sections of the walls pass close to key landmarks such as the Alcázar of Segovia, Segovia Cathedral, the Plaza Mayor, and several preserved gates including Puerta de Santiago, Puerta de San Andrés and Postigo del Consuelo, with walking paths offering panoramic views over the old town, the surrounding countryside and the nearby Jewish Quarter.