The Castillo de Belmonte, situated in the province of Cuenca, is a 15th-century castle built by Don Juan Pacheco, the Marquis of Villena. The castle’s Gothic-Mudejar architecture and strategic location on the San Cristobal hill have made it an important historical landmark. Over the centuries, it has served various purposes, including a noble residence, a prison, and a military fortress.
Castillo de Belmonte’s haunted reputation is linked to its long history of conflict and tragedy. Visitors have reported seeing ghostly apparitions, including a headless knight believed to be Don Juan Pacheco himself. Other paranormal activities include unexplained noises, cold spots, and the sensation of being watched.
The castle’s dungeons are particularly notorious for their eerie atmosphere. Tales of prisoners who died in agony have fueled stories of ghostly encounters and strange phenomena.
