Castillo de Peñausende are the remaining ruins of a medieval fortress associated with the Order of Santiago, a powerful military and religious organization in medieval Spain. Located in the municipality of Peñausende, approximately 26 kilometers south of Zamora in the Sayago region, this fortification held strategic significance during Spain's medieval period. The ruins represent the defensive heritage of the region, testifying to the order's control over the area during the Middle Ages. Today, the site stands as a cultural-historical monument, offering visitors insight into the medieval military architecture and the important role of the Crusading orders in the Iberian Peninsula.
