Palacio Arzobispal de Alcalá de Henares - Episcopal Palace of Alcalá de Henares

The palace was the residence of the archbishops of Toledo from the 13th until the 19th century. In 1939 it was seriously damaged by fire, and not only a valuable artistic heritage but also the Central State Archive were lost to the flames. The façade we see today was designed by Alonso de Covarrubias in the 16th century. The site also has a tower built by Archbishop Pedro Tenorio, which recalls the building's former use as a defensive fortress.

Practical info

Construction: Palace

Origin: 13th century

Artistic period: Renaissance

Historic period: 13th century - 16th century

Location

Calle Cardenal Sandoval y Rojas, s/n

28801 Alcalá de Henares (Madrid)

http://www.turismoalcala.es

Tel.:+34 918892694

Useful information

Guided tours of the Episcopal Palace Saturdays at 1:30 pm. Antiquarium and Archaeological Walk. Prior reservations required at the Tourist Office in Plaza de Cervantes square (+34 918892694)

Access to part of the site is prohibited to children under 12.