Casas Colgadas de Cuenca

These houses look like they were built after someone said what if gravity is optional. The Casas Colgadas cling to the edge of the Huécar gorge and have been terrifying visitors since at least the 14th century. Once common medieval homes this handful survived while the rest wisely disappeared leaving Cuenca with its most iconic architectural flex. They hang directly over a sheer drop which was both defensive and extremely bold urban planning. Living here meant fresh air dramatic views and constant awareness that stonework really matters. Over the centuries they have served as private homes storage and now a museum and restaurant because nothing pairs with history like dining next to a cliff. Cuenca earned UNESCO World Heritage status in 1996 largely because of this improbable skyline suspended between two gorges the Júcar and the Huécar. From the hanging balconies you can see the gorge below and question every life choice that led people to build here without railings or fear. Today they are beautifully restored photographed endlessly and still mildly unsettling in the best way. Come for the architecture stay for the disbelief leave with great photos and a deep respect for medieval builders who trusted stone wood and vibes over safety codes.

The Hanging Houses of Cuenca are truly a unique experience, something you won’t find in many places in the world. Just seeing how they hang over the cliffs is incredible. One of the best parts is that you can also look at them from the patio of the cathedral, so by visiting the cathedral you get two amazing sights in one. I truly recommend going and enjoy them

Cuenca is one of the best cities we visited during the off-season, and we definitely recommend going there, as it has the best atmosphere we experienced among Spain’s ancient cities for tourists. We absolutely loved the hanging houses and the entire old town with its varying levels and the impressive fortifications that once made it almost impregnable. It’s incredibly beautiful, and if you climb higher, you get a stunning view of the entire city, both old and new, as well as the monasteries. The impressions were simply magical. We were lucky with the weather: the first day was rainy, which added a special atmosphere to the old town, making everything come alive, and then the next two days were sunny and warm, very welcoming. We also visited the Dinosaur Museum, which our son still fondly remembers. It was a truly wonderful experience!

A must-see in Cuenca! Together with the bridge, very nice views. We came in October and the trees, the shades of green and yellow were amazing! ✨

A site to see! Very interesting don’t miss st Peter church and walk up to the bell tower.

Amazing views of Cuenca. This is a famous landmark of the city.

Really interesting and beautiful place to see. Well worth the visit through the old part of Cuenca

Visited in August 2024 Beautiful houses built on the cliffs behind the Cathedral along the Jucar River. The other side of the river is the Antiguo Convento de San Pablo. Very unique and worth taking the time to see if you are even close to the area.