La Adrada castle, which dates back to the 14th century, has become a major tourist attraction for visitors from Castilla León, Madrid, Castilla La Mancha, and Extremadura since it was reopened to the public (free) last May following extensive renovation work. The cost of the restoration, which ran into millions of euros, was funded jointly by the European Social Fund, the regional government of Castilla León, the Historical Heritage Foundation, and various banking institutions.

The castle was originally no more than a fortified wall around a hilltop church commissioned by Ruy López Dávalos at the end of the 14th century. During the troubled 15th century, the tower keep and turrets were added as further fortifications, although by the 16th century, when peace had been restored to the region, it was converted into a gated Renaissance palace. By the start of the 19th century, the by-now ruined palace was left abandoned and much of the original stonework stolen by builders merchants.

More than 150 visitors a day on average visit the newly restored castle which also now houses the headquarters of the National Historical Interpretation Centre where a permanent programme of socio-cultural events will be held starting next autumn.