Sigüenza, Castille-La Mancha
Provincia de Guadalajara · Castille-La Mancha · Spain · 4,818 residents
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Castle of Sigüenza
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Castle of Pelegrina
Monastery of Nuestra Señora de los Huertos, SigüenzaSigüenza is a village in Provincia de Guadalajara, Castille-La Mancha, Spain, home to around 4,818 people. There are 12 notable places to see in and around town, including Sigüenza Cathedral and Castle of Sigüenza. The nearest airport is Madrid (MAD), about 1 h 29 min by road, with direct flights from the UK.
Why go
- Sights worth the trip: Sigüenza Cathedral, Castle of Sigüenza and Barranco del Río Dulce Natural Park.
- Best weather from June to August: the warmest and driest part of the year.
- Easy to reach: Madrid (MAD) is 63 miles away with direct flights from the UK.
- Tours, tickets and activities can be booked in advance.
Top sights in Sigüenza
Ranked by how well known they are.
- 1Sigüenza Cathedral
- 2Castle of Sigüenza
- 3Barranco del Río Dulce Natural Park
- 4Castle of Pelegrina
- 5Monastery of Nuestra Señora de los Huertos, Sigüenza
- 6Castle of Palazuelos
- 7Museo Diocesano de Arte Antiguo (Sigüenza)
- 8Castle of Guijosa
- 9Cascada del Gollorio
- 10Castle of Torresaviñán
- 11plaza de toros de Sigüenza
- 12Sigüenza town hall
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Tours & tickets in Sigüenza
Guided tours, day trips and tickets in and around Sigüenza can be booked in advance, priced in GBP.
See tours & tickets (opens GetYourGuide in a new tab)Where to stay in Sigüenza
Hotels, guesthouses and apartments in Sigüenza are priced in GBP below, most with free cancellation.
Hire a car
The easiest way to reach Sigüenza and the villages around it is a hire car from Madrid (MAD), about 1 h 29 min away.
Best time to visit Sigüenza
June to August: the warmest and driest part of the year.
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- 11°CFeb38 mm
- 14°CMar89 mm
- 19°CApr23 mm
- 20°CMay50 mm
- 25°CJun98 mm
- 32°CJul6 mm
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Highlighted months are the sweet spot for warm, dry weather.
Full monthly table
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 8°C | 0°C | 63 mm | 6 h |
| Feb | 11°C | -1°C | 38 mm | 8 h |
| Mar | 14°C | 3°C | 89 mm | 9 h |
| Apr | 19°C | 5°C | 23 mm | 12 h |
| May | 20°C | 7°C | 50 mm | 13 h |
| Jun | 25°C | 12°C | 98 mm | 12 h |
| Jul | 32°C | 16°C | 6 mm | 14 h |
| Aug | 32°C | 16°C | 12 mm | 13 h |
| Sept | 23°C | 11°C | 76 mm | 10 h |
| Oct | 19°C | 9°C | 120 mm | 7 h |
| Nov | 14°C | 4°C | 29 mm | 7 h |
| Dec | 10°C | 0°C | 29 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)63 miles, about 1 h 29 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
- Zaragoza (ZAZ)93 miles, about 2 h 12 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
- Bilbao (BIO)155 miles, about 3 h 40 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
By car and ferry
Driving from Calais takes roughly 16 h 38 min without stops.
Sigüenza is good for
Around Sigüenza
Towns and villages within an hour or so.
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Questions people ask
Is Sigüenza worth visiting?
Yes. Sigüenza is known for Sigüenza Cathedral, Castle of Sigüenza and Barranco del Río Dulce Natural Park. It works well as a base or as a day trip from the towns nearby.
When is the best time to visit Sigüenza?
June to August, with the warmest and driest part of the year.
How do I get to Sigüenza from the UK?
Fly to Madrid (MAD), which has direct flights from UK airports, then it is about 1 h 29 min by road. Zaragoza (ZAZ) is an alternative, 93 miles away. Driving from Calais takes roughly 16 h 38 min.
Is Sigüenza good for families?
Yes: there are family-friendly attractions nearby, and most activities can be booked in advance.
What is near Sigüenza?
Brihuega (24 miles), Jadraque (18 miles), Ariza (35 miles) and Trijueque (27 miles) are all within an hour or so.