Dosbarrios

02History

Dosbarrios has a rich history that dates back to the Reconquista, when it served as a border town. The area was home to two original settlements, one Christian and one Muslim, which contributed to its name. Significant events include its repopulation in 1192 and its mention in various historical documents throughout the centuries.

• 1154 Came under the control of Antolino Portaguerra by donation from Alfonso VII.
• 1177 Alfonso VIII donated the castle of Dos Barrios to the Order of Santiago.
• 1201 Alfonso IX granted the population and its castle to Pedro Martínez de Ocariz.
• 1809 During the Battle of Ocaña, Dosbarrios was captured by French forces.

03Geography and Climate

Situated at an elevation of 711 meters, Dosbarrios lies in a high plain within the Mesa de Ocaña region. The municipality borders several others, including Cabañas de Yepes and Ocaña, contributing to its strategic location.

Nearby municipalities

Cabañas de Yepes, Ocaña, Villatobas, La Guardia, Huerta de Valdecarábanos

Explore Dosbarrios, a historic municipality in Toledo known for its cultural heritage and landmarks like the castle of Monreal.

04Cultural Heritage and Festivals

The municipality is home to several historical and cultural landmarks, including the castle of Monreal and the church of Santo Tomás Cantuariense. The latter features a gilded altarpiece and a legend of a hidden passage to a statue of Santo Tomás.

• Fiesta de las Ánimas Benditas Monday and Tuesday following Carnival.
• Fiestas in honor of San Isidro Labrador May 14 and 15.
• Fiestas for Nuestro Padre Jesús Nazareno May 1 to 5.
• Fiestas in honor of San Cristóbal Weekend before July 25.
• Fiestas Grandes for Virgen del Rosario del Campo Third week of September.
• Day of the patrona Nuestra Señora del Rosario del Campo October 7.