While its current structure is largely Moorish from the 13th century, the castle sits on a site that dates back to Iberian and Roman times. Archaeologists have found Roman cisterns and masonry beneath its walls.
Perched atop a rugged limestone ridge, the Castle of Casares is not merely a ruin. It is a witness. Its walls, some from the 13th century, still hold the breath of Moorish rulers, Roman watchmen, and Spanish defenders. Each stone has been turned over by time. From this vantage point, the world opens: the village clings below like white lace, the Mediterranean shimmers beyond, and on a clear day, the peaks of the Rif Mountains in Morocco stare back.
Built during the Islamic rule of Iberia, the fortress once formed part of a strategic network of military outposts guarding trade routes and coastal paths. After the Reconquista, the castle transitioned into Christian hands and was later used during the War of Independence against Napoleonic forces. Its position—between mountains and sea—has always made it more than just a lookout. It was a statement.
Today, the remains are open to the public: fragments of walls, an archway or two, a sense of quiet continuity. What it lacks in grandeur, it makes up for in meaning. To walk here is to walk with history underfoot and wind in your ears.
Address: Recinto del Castillo, s/n, 29690 Casares, Málaga, Spain
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- Website: Casares Town Hall - The Castle
Visitors are advised to contact the local tourism office for current visiting hours and any special events related to the Castillo de Casares.
The Village and the Views
Casares, the whitewashed village at the base of the fortress, tells its own story in steep alleys, small balconies, and low, tiled roofs. Unlike nearby resorts built for the transient, Casares feels lived in. Its markets, its church bells, its evening routines—they’re not performances. They’re rituals.
Owning a home here is not about making a statement. It’s about finding stillness. And for those in their 40s to 60s looking to retire, relocate, or simply slow down, that stillness is its own kind of wealth.
From the top of the castle ruins, on a clear day, you can see the Rock of Gibraltar and the mountains of Morocco. This made it a perfect watchtower across the Strait of Gibraltar for centuries.
Living in Casares Today
Modern Casares stretches gently towards the coast. Developments like Alcazaba Lagoon and Casares Golf offer properties that respect the pace of life here. Penthouses with sea views. Villas with olive groves. Apartments that open onto communal gardens instead of car parks.
Inland, the properties mirror the land: earthy, generous, and quiet. You’ll find cortijos with stables, townhouses with Andalusian tiles, and fincas tucked beneath almond trees.
Culture and Time Well Spent
Life here isn’t about what you own, but how you live.
You can start your morning walking the trails of Sierra Crestellina, binoculars in one hand, fresh bread in the other. Spend afternoons at Finca Cortesín, one of Spain’s top golf courses and host of the 2023 Solheim Cup. Or drive 20 minutes to the coast for fresh sardines grilled on an open fire.
And then there’s the village itself. Flamenco festivals in the plaza. Holy week processions winding through ancient streets. Tapas bars that don’t need to advertise—they’ve always been here.
Why Casares Now
Casares is not just quietly beautiful—it’s quietly smart. A €42.9 million investment in upscale housing is underway at Casares Golf. The infrastructure is in place: high-speed internet, upgraded roads, international schools within 30 minutes, and hospitals nearby.
And then there’s the return. Property values in the area have risen steadily, and with limited space in the historic centre and strict building regulations, scarcity works in your favour.
Let’s Talk About You
At Ultimate Lifestyles, we believe property is personal. Your house should fit your pace, your mornings, your view. And we’ve walked every alley of Casares, stood in its courtyards, and looked out from its rooftops.
We’ll show you what’s available—without the pressure, without the sales pitch. Just homes worth seeing.
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