Discover Alcázar de San Juan
Four windmills with Quixotic names crown the Hill of San Antón — an icon of La Mancha
The best of Alcázar de San Juan
Four windmills with Quixotic names crown the Hill of San Antón — an icon of La Mancha
A UNESCO Biosphere Reserve with flamingos, salt lagoons and landscapes unique in Europe
Carnavalcázar: La Mancha's most unique carnival — celebrated at Christmas, not February
In the birthplace of Cervantes: discover how the hidalgo who inspired Don Quixote lived
Heritage
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Tower of the Grand Prior
13th-century Almohad tower with three floors and a spiral staircase, now home to the Museum of the Order of Saint John in the heart of Alcázar.
Church of Santa María la Mayor
The oldest parish in Alcázar (since 1226), with a Mudéjar apse, Renaissance naves and a Baroque main altarpiece.
Church of the Holy Trinity
17th-century Herrera-style temple where the baptismal certificate of Miguel de Cervantes, dated 9 November 1558, is preserved.
What to See
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Windmills of Cerro de San Antón
Four La Mancha windmills — Fierabrás, Barcelona, Rocinante and Barataria — crown the hill, two of them converted into a museum.
Casa del Hidalgo Museum
16th-century manor house recreating the life of La Mancha hidalgos who inspired Cervantes, with original pieces and interactive exhibits.
Municipal Museum
Former Posada de Santo Domingo (16th c.) housing archaeological collections from Prehistory to Rome and contemporary art exhibitions.
Plaza de España
Nerve centre of Alcázar with the Town Hall, tourist office and the Don Quixote and Sancho monument by Marino Amaya (1971).
Festivals
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Carnavalcázar
Spain's most unusual carnival: held in December, with rag dolls on balconies, troupes, satirical groups and the Burial of the Sardine.
Fair and Fiestas
Alcázar's patron saint festivities: bullfights, concerts, open-air dances, morning vermú dance and activities for all the family.
Moors and Christians Festival
Medieval historical re-enactment on Midsummer's Eve with knights, corsairs, Templars, assault on the tower and fireworks.
Gastronomy
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Manchego Cheese P.D.O.
Spain's most famous sheep's milk cheese, with Protected Designation of Origin. Semi-cured, cured and aged.
D.O. La Mancha Wines
Wines from the world's largest vineyard. Airén whites, Tempranillo reds and rosés at 12–13.5% ABV.
Gachas manchegas
Humble and comforting dish of grass pea flour cooked with olive oil, fried garlic and La Vera paprika.
Where to Eat
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La Cayetana Gastrobar
Gastrobar on Plaza de España with market cuisine and a creative touch. Salmon tataki, grilled scallops and gourmet burger.
Abrasador La Rabiosa
Intimate space with a maximum of 40 seats and an outstanding menu. Signature Abrasador grilled meats. Booking essential.
Asador Casa Vicente
Home-style cooking with the best local ingredients. Scrambled eggs, pork crackling, ham croquettes, turbot and tuna tartare.
Where to Stay
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Hotel Château Viñasoro
4-star hotel with garden, terrace, restaurant, bar and pool. Elegant setting among vineyards with room service and 24h reception.
Casa del Médico Boutique Hotel
4-star boutique hotel with seasonal outdoor pool, garden, terrace and bar. Stylish design and tourist information for visitors.
Hotel Ínsula Barataria
3-star hotel with restaurant, bar and 24h business centre. Central location in the shopping district. Cervantine name.
