Slowly but surely, our time in Spain comes to an end, so we return to Madrid. There we still want to visit the historical hall of the Atocha train station. The last day in Toledo starts for us with a breakfast in the Valinor Cafe, where we had some tapas the evening before. By bus, […]
Procession Virgen de la Estrella in Toledo
On the last day of our stay in Toledo, we witness the highlight of the Fiesta Nuestra Senora de la Estrella, the solemn Procession Virgen de la Estrella through the neighborhood. The Plaza Estrella, where one celebrated the evenings before, is decorated with flowers and flags. After a look into the church, we recognize that […]
Fiesta Nuestra Senora de la Estrella – Toledo
Near our accommodation in Toledo is the Ermita de la Virgen de la Estrella. The brotherhood of the same name founded it in 1611 in neighboring Santiago del Arrabal. Before this, a chapel from the 14th century stood on this place. 4K UHD video day 1 and 2 Every year in May, the brotherhood Hermandad […]
Toledo – City walk and Bus tour Part 2
The second part of our Toledo city walk starts at Mirador Del Valle. From here you have the best view of the city of Toledo. The Alcazar, the Cathedral, the Cortes de Castilla-La Mancha, the Ermita de la Virgen del Valle, and the Hotel Rlm alijares and the Academia de Infantería in the background. Above the […]
Toledo – City Walk and Bustour – Part 1
We decide for a walk through Toledo, but this time we want to explore Toledo a little more in detail. We start at the Puerta de Bisagra, which actually consists of a double gate with a courtyard. On the front is a large coat of arms of the Habsburgs and in the courtyard stands a […]
Cathedral of Toledo
The cathedral of Toledo, Catedral de Santa Maria de la Acunciòn de Toledo, is a masterpiece of the Spanish Gothic. The construction started under the rule of Ferdinand III in 1226. Originally, there was a Visigoth church at the place. It was torn down and the Moors erected a mosque. One wanted to remove this […]
Alcazar of Toledo
Visiting the Alcazar of Toledo is a must for every Toledo visit. In the search for the entrance, we first come to the entrance of the library. It is the regional library of Castilla-La Mancha. The entrance to the Alcazar of Toledo is on the opposite side, in Calle de la Paz. So we walk […]
City center of Toledo
Toledo is the capital of the Spanish province of Toledo and the autonomous region of Castilla-La Mancha. Together with Segovia and Avila, it is one of the three historic royal cities around Madrid. Historical overview From 1087 to 1561, Toledo was the residence of the Kingdom of Castile and capital of Spain. The city experienced […]
El Hostal Puerta Bisagra
The hostel El Hostal Puerta Bisagra* in Toledo is located in the immediate vicinity of the biggest city gate of Toledo, the Puerta de Bisagra. The term “hostel” means that it is a budget-oriented accommodation. We could not find any big differences to simple hotels. The reception is open 24 hours a day. The staff […]
By train from Avila to Toledo
The weather is fine and we go to the station in a good temper. Already after arrival in Avila, we had asked at the station if there is a train from Avila to Toledo. The answer was positive. In addition, we have already gained a lot of experience with train rides in Spain but only with […]
