Medinaceli, Castille and León
Provincia de Soria · Castille and León · Spain · 674 residents
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Medinaceli is a village in Provincia de Soria, Castille and León, Spain, home to around 674 people. There are 9 notable places to see in and around town, including Medinaceli and Torralba and Ambrona. The nearest airport is Madrid (MAD), about 1 h 48 min by road, with direct flights from the UK.
Why go
- Sights worth the trip: Medinaceli, Torralba and Ambrona and Dolmen del Portillo de las Cortes.
- Best weather from July: daytime highs between 30°C and 30°C with little rain.
- Easy to reach: Madrid (MAD) is 76 miles away with direct flights from the UK.
Top sights in Medinaceli
Ranked by how well known they are.
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1beautiful village
2museumTorralba and Ambrona
3 miles from the centre · Photo
paleontological and archaeological sites in Soria, Spain
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3archaeological site
4museum
5archaeological site.jpg/500px-Castillo_de_Medinaceli_(Soria).jpg)
6castle
7palace
9palacePalacio de los Marqueses de Casablanca
In the centre · Photo
Castillo de Jubera
castle · 4 miles from the centre
Tours & tickets in Medinaceli
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See tours & tickets (opens GetYourGuide in a new tab)Where to stay in Medinaceli
Hotels, guesthouses and apartments in Medinaceli are priced in GBP below, most with free cancellation.
Hire a car
The easiest way to reach Medinaceli and the villages around it is a hire car from Madrid (MAD), about 1 h 48 min away.
Best time to visit Medinaceli
July: daytime highs between 30°C and 30°C with little rain.
- 8°CJan60 mm
- 9°CFeb40 mm
- 13°CMar72 mm
- 18°CApr19 mm
- 19°CMay36 mm
- 24°CJun108 mm
- 30°CJul12 mm
- 30°CAug23 mm
- 22°CSept63 mm
- 18°COct101 mm
- 13°CNov27 mm
- 9°CDec35 mm
Highlighted months are the sweet spot for warm, dry weather.
Full monthly table
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 8°C | 0°C | 60 mm | 6 h |
| Feb | 9°C | 0°C | 40 mm | 8 h |
| Mar | 13°C | 3°C | 72 mm | 9 h |
| Apr | 18°C | 4°C | 19 mm | 11 h |
| May | 19°C | 6°C | 36 mm | 13 h |
| Jun | 24°C | 12°C | 108 mm | 12 h |
| Jul | 30°C | 15°C | 12 mm | 14 h |
| Aug | 30°C | 16°C | 23 mm | 13 h |
| Sept | 22°C | 11°C | 63 mm | 10 h |
| Oct | 18°C | 9°C | 101 mm | 7 h |
| Nov | 13°C | 5°C | 27 mm | 7 h |
| Dec | 9°C | 1°C | 35 mm | 7 h |
Averages 2015–2024. Highlighted months are the sweet spot for warm, dry weather.
Getting there from the UK
By air
- Madrid (MAD)76 miles, about 1 h 48 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
- Zaragoza (ZAZ)80 miles, about 1 h 53 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
- Bilbao (BIO)149 miles, about 3 h 32 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
By car and ferry
Driving from Calais takes roughly 16 h 25 min without stops.
Medinaceli is good for
Around Medinaceli
Towns and villages within an hour or so.
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Questions people ask
Is Medinaceli worth visiting?
Yes. Medinaceli is known for Medinaceli, Torralba and Ambrona and Dolmen del Portillo de las Cortes. It works well as a base or as a day trip from the towns nearby.
When is the best time to visit Medinaceli?
July, with daytime highs between 30°C and 30°C with little rain.
How do I get to Medinaceli from the UK?
Fly to Madrid (MAD), which has direct flights from UK airports, then it is about 1 h 48 min by road. Zaragoza (ZAZ) is an alternative, 80 miles away. Driving from Calais takes roughly 16 h 25 min.
Is Medinaceli good for families?
Yes: there are family-friendly attractions nearby, and most activities can be booked in advance.
What is near Medinaceli?
Cetina (26 miles), Brihuega (36 miles), Sigüenza (13 miles) and Jadraque (31 miles) are all within an hour or so.