The Mirador Los Cuatro Postes Avila is an old monument right outside of the Avila city walls.

It’s also the BEST VIEWPOINT over Avila!

Not sure you should visit?

Well, here’s what to expect at the viewpoint:

 

mirador los cuatro postes the best viewpoint over avila spain

 

The Mirador has been a symbol of the limits of Avila for more than 800 years, and even today it still remains an iconic spot.

 

mirador los cuatro postes avila spain

 

In this travel guide about the Mirador Los Cuatro Postes Avila, Spain, you’ll find in the table of contents below everything that we’ll see, from learning facts & checking out the view to how to get there & more.

Simply click on the table to expand it, then click on any part you’d like to jump to.

 

Where is the Mirador Los Cuatro Postes Avila?

The Mirador is located in the city of Avila, Spain, north west of Madrid.

The viewpoint is north west of the city, outside of the city walls.

 

view of the avila walls from the mirador cuatro postes de avila

 

Facts about the Mirador Cuatro Postes Avila

Are you fond of facts? I know I am! I love learning more about a place and its history with some quick & interesting facts, so I’ve gathered a few about the 4 Postes for you:

  • the monument is made of 2 elements: the humilladero (cross placed at the entrance of cities) and the 4 columns
  • the humilladero was built in the XII century, but it was destroyed by vandalism; the current one is from 1995
  • the columns were built in 1566
  • the 4 columns are 5 meters high (16 feet)

 

La cruz de los Cuatro Postes avila

Camino de Cardeñosa – José Antonio Sampietro

 

The Best View of Avila

On a 2 days road trip from Madrid, I first explored Segovia, drawn to the city by the epic castle and old Roman aqueduct.

The second city that drew my attention was Avila: I had seen pictures of the fortified city walls online, and decided it would be my second stop on this road trip.

 

avila spain as seen from the sky

 

When I got to the city, I had no plan, but I wandered in the streets and ended up seeing so many beautiful things, such as the Avila Cathedral, or the smaller -yet equally as interesting- Iglesia Santa Teresa.

 

iglesia santa teresa and statue of santa teresa

 

And of course I went straight to the Walls of Avila, and I got to see them from up close.

 

the gate of san vicente part of the muralla de avila

 

However, it still felt like I hadn’t really seen the walls themselves. I had only seen a very small portion of the wall, and I didn’t really get to see the city as a whole, surrounded by the walls.

I needed a good view over the city.

And this is exactly what I found. The best view over the city, to be precise.

The Mirador Los Cuatro Postes Avila.

 

panorama of full view from avila mirador

If you’re on your phone, turn your phone to the side to see this panorama in full size!

 

As you can see above, you will get the most epic view over the city from the Mirador de Los Cuatro Postes de Avila.

Rather than just seeing one small portion of the wall from right in front of it, you’ll be able to actually see how the walls go around the city, and have a better idea of their full size (2,516 meters long / 1.5 mile).

On the left side, you can see the Steeple of El Carmen (the big bell tower), with the northern portion of the wall.

 

walls of avila at night with the steeple of el carmen

 

You can also see the Avila Cathedral, with its massive tower sticking out above the roofs of the city.

 

the walls of avila at night from the mirador cuatro postes avila

 

The Mirador itself is also pretty impressive, with the tall cross surrounded by 4 stone pillars. Standing on the mirador gives you a slight elevation, that will allow you to see even more of the city in front of you.

 

the mirador 4 postes avila at night

 

For me the best time of the day to go to the mirador is right before sunset. This way, you’ll be there early enough to see the city and the city walls during the day, under the sunlight. If you’re lucky, you’ll witness an incredible sunset over the city and, to finish the day, you will see the scene light up as the light dims.

 

view of the muralla de avila just before night

 

The view has a very different feel during the day and at night, and I highly recommend coming at sunset to experience both of them.

 

Mirador 4 Postes

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Location: Mirador 4 Postes

 

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Well I guess I couldn’t name this guide “Best Viewpoint” and not give the view a 5/5, right?

The view you get from the mirador is definitely the most epic view over Avila: you’ll be able to see the whole city, with the full west side of the fortified walls, plus the north and south sides, and even the city with the Avila Cathedral!

 

view from the mirador los 4 postes avila spain

 

I find this spot to be the best place to truly see the city of Avila as a whole, and not just looking at one small portion of the walls from right below.

 

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Pretty hard to beat this spot on price, as it’s 100% free.

It’s simply an open spot with no restriction of access whatsoever, and it’s always open & free.

 

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The only downside to this viewpoint would be that you actually have to put in some effort to reach it (quite minimal effort, but effort nonetheless).

 

:hike: Walk

From the Avila Cathedral, it’s a 20 minutes walk to reach the viewpoint. The cathedral is actually totally the opposite from the viewpoint, in the eastern city walls. From the Puerta de la Adaja (western exit), it’s an 8 minutes walk.

 

Car

It’s very easy to reach the viewpoint by car, since it’s outside the city. It can be your last stop in Avila before leaving the city for example.

Nice bonus, there is free parking right next to the viewpoint.

 

Mirador de Avila Tickets

You don’t need to buy a ticket to visit this viewpoint. It’s free to access.

 

Avila Mirador: free

 

avila vista desde los arrabales del puente

Vista desde los Arrabales del Puente – Unión Postal de Correos

 

Los 4 Postes de Avila Opening Hours

The mirador is always open, there isn’t any barrier or anything restricting access.

You can come whenever you want, at any time of the day or night.

 

Opening hours: always open

 

How to Get to Avila

You can either get to the mirador in Avila by car, or by train.

By car

Avila is a perfect day trip from Madrid, and from other Spanish cities. You’ll find below the driving time from nearby cities:

From Madrid: 1h20 via highway, 1h40 without tolls

From Segovia: 1h

From Salamanca: 1h10

 

It’s difficult to drive and park in the city; the best option is to find a parking outside of the city walls, then walk to the center.

When you’ll reach Avila, head to the north west of the city, right outside of the city walls. This is where you’ll find the cheapest parking options, and the most parking spaces available.

 

Bonus: Free Parking

 

walls of avila and towers at night

 

By train

If you don’t have a car, you can get to Avila by train from Madrid. There is a direct train that goes straight from Madrid to Avila.

 

From: Madrid-Chamartin

To: Avila

Duration: 1h32 minutes

Cost: 13€ (average price)

Book here: Train to Avila

 

You can also take the trains from other cities in Spain (Barcelona, Toledo, …), just click on the link above to see all options.

From the Avila train station, you can walk to the city center, which will take you around 15 minutes.

 

Where to Stay Near the Mirador de Avila

If you’re visiting Avila and its fortified walls, you have several options for where to stay. You’ll find below hotels depending on your travel style:

 

Budget: Hostel El Rincón

Cheapest accommodation in Avila, for around 30€ per night. It comes with private bathroom and free wifi.

 

hostel el rincon avila spain

 

This hostel has the best location, it’s within the fortified walls of Avila, and everything is within walking distance. There’s also a free toiletries in the bathroom for your comfort.

If you’re travelling with 2 other people, check out the option below which is way better, and costs the same.

 

Find the Best Prices here: Hostel El Rincón

 

Comfy: Vallespin Suite

The Vallespin Suite is my favorite accommodation for a comfy stay in Avila, for around 60€ per night for the full suite, which can host 3 people (that’s 20€ per person if you’re 3)

 

vallespin suite hotel in avila spain

 

It’s ideally located inside the fortified walls of Avila, and it’s a 8 minutes walk from the Cathedral. The beds are pretty comfy, and the included breakfast makes it a perfect choice for your stay in Avila.

 

Find the Best Prices here: Vallespin Suite

 

Luxury: La Casa del Presidente

The best hotel in Avila, hands down.

 

la casa del presidente hotel in avila spain

 

La Casa del Presidente has everything you’ll need, and even more: free parking, breakfast included, incredible rooms, a swimming pool, and the location… The hotel is right next to the Avila fortified walls, you can’t be closer!

 

Find the Best Prices here: La Casa del Presidente

 

Visit Spain

Planning a trip to Avila and Spain? You can find below several other articles about this wonderful part of the world to help you plan your trip:

Avila Guides:

Visit the First Gothic Cathedral in Spain – in Avila!

Explore the Birthplace of Santa Teresa in Avila

Walk on the Epic Walls of Avila

 

Check all my Spain travel guides here

 

Spain Guides:

Best Sunrise Spot in Mallorca

Free Walking Tour of Segovia

How to get from Madrid to Segovia

 

I hope you enjoy your trip to the Avila mirador and to Spain!

If you have any questions, let me know in the comments below, I always reply.