Reg.Nr. E9-1978

"La Beltraneja" Tower, Queveda, Santander

The tower of Beltrán de la Cueva from the 15th century, also known as Torre de la Beltraneja, is a clear example of the integration of vernacular mountain architecture in a superb defense tower from the beginning of the Modern Age.
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Project details

Title:"La Beltraneja" Tower, Queveda, Santander
Entr. year: 1978
Result:Diploma
Country: Spain
Town: Santander (Cantabria)
Category type: architectural heritage
Building type/ Project type: Military/Defence/Fortified building/system
Former use:Castle
Actual use:Museum
The Jury's citation: "For the fine restoration of a castle and its conversion for use as a museum at Santander"

Description:
The tower of Beltrán de la Cueva from the 15th century, also known as Torre de la Beltraneja, is a clear example of the integration of vernacular mountain architecture in a superb defense tower from the beginning of the Modern Age.