Guided tour of the Puebla Vieja in Laredo

Stands out for

  • • Puebla Vieja: 6 medieval cobbled streets between the church and the harbour
  • • Santa María Church: 13th-century Gothic temple with Flemish altarpieces
  • • Noble houses: façades with heraldic crests of seafaring families
  • • La Atalaya: watchtower with views of La Salvé beach and the bay
  • • Maritime history: from the landing of Charles V to today fishing tradition
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Description

Guided tour of the Puebla Vieja in Laredo, the best-preserved medieval old town on the Cantabrian coast. The 1.5-2 hour visit covers the six cobbled streets descending from the 13th-century church of Santa María de la Asunción to the harbour. You pass noble houses with heraldic crests, the San Francisco convent, the Atalaya watchtower and the Rastrillar Fort. The guide explains Laredo history as a seafaring town, its relationship with the Crown of Castile and the landing of Charles V in 1556.

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Difficulty

Very Easy

Best season

Weather dependent

Kid-friendly

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Location

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Guided tour Puebla Vieja de Laredo, 1h15min

Free guided tour of Laredo medieval quarter, organized by the town hall. No reservation needed for small groups.

Duration 1 h 15 min
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Duration: 1h 15min
Included Services
  • Local guide
  • walking tour of Puebla Vieja
Not included
  • Transport
  • meals
Languages:
🇪🇸 Español
Cancellation

Free. Arrive 10 minutes early. Organized by Laredo Town Hall.

Meeting point: Plaza de la Constitución, Puebla Vieja, Laredo. Departures Mon–Sat at 11:00 and 17:00
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Recommended, especially in high season. Group visits can be arranged.
Between 1.5 and 2 hours depending on the route.
Puebla Vieja streets are cobbled and sloped. Not wheelchair accessible. Comfortable shoes recommended.
Mainly in Spanish. Check availability in English.
At the Laredo Tourism Office, next to the Alameda.