Between the spires of its gothic cathedral and the murmur of the Arlanzón RiverBurgos emerges as an open book of history in which two legendary characters- the Cid Campeador and Emperor Charles V - wrote memorable chapters. This world heritage city awaits you with its millenary stones, its traditional flavours and the echo of epic battles.

CROSSROADS: BURGOS

Although it saw the light of day in Vivar del Cid (only 10 km away), Burgos preserves the soul of the most famous warrior of the Middle Ages:

  • The CathedralWorld Heritage Site, under its impressive dome lie his remains along with those of his wife Doña Jimena. Look for the El Cid Chest and the sword Tizona (in the Museum of Burgos).
  • Monastery of San Pedro de CardeñaIt is the cradle of the Cidian legend. His remains were laid to rest here for 700 years and who knows if the Cantar was written by one of its monks.
  • Follow in their footsteps: History and legend come together in a Cidian route through the city: the house of Rodrigo, the oath of Santa Gadea, the arch of Santa María, the glera or the famous equestrian statue in the square that bears his name, are some of its stops.

In 1556, a Charles V ill and melancholic made its last stop in Burgos on its way to Yuste:

  • Imperial flavoursHe enjoyed trout from the Arlanzón, today the star dish of local gastronomy.
  • Monastery of Las HuelgasIt was undoubtedly the most important female Cistercian monastery in Spain. Royal pantheon and place of retreat for women of royalty and high status. The Museum of Medieval Fabrics, with the best collection of medieval civil fabrics in the world, is of particular interest.
  • Miraflores CharterhouseThe emperor was obliged to visit this jewel of Elizabethan Gothic with a spectacular altarpiece by Gil de Siloé, where the remains of his great-grandparents, John II and Isabella of Portugal, parents of Isabella the Catholic, rest. Paseo del
  • SpurThe "Salón burgalés" with its vegetal arches, ideal for tapas.
  • Burgos CastleWith underground galleries and panoramic views of the city.

RELATED ROUTES:

Charles V: The Emperor's Last Journey

The Way of El Cid

EXPERIENCES

Why is Burgos unique?

Burgos is not a destination, it is an experience: walking where mythical characters from the history of Spain such as El Cid and Charles V have walked, getting lost in streets that hold the secrets of kings and savouring a cuisine with centuries of history is possible in this city. What are you waiting for to follow in their footsteps?

Finger-licking good:

  • Roast suckling lambTradition since the time of the Cid, cooked in a wood-fired oven.
  • Burgos black puddingWith rice, the protagonist of their bars.
  • Fresh cheese with honeyDessert that used to sweeten medieval tables.

OTHER CROSSROADS

ALBARRACIN

ALCALÁ LA REAL

BAENA

BENASSAL

CÁCERES

CARMONA

FROMIST

LEON

MERIDA

BRANCHES OF VICTORY