Remember that we will be scheduling group outings to visit Toledo and the Mills of Consuegra, you can find all the information and see dates in our official link of Toledo and its Mills of Consuegra.

It is known as the city of the three cultures, due to the peaceful coexistence of Christians, Muslims and Jews for centuries. This greatly influenced its architectural design and its imposing historic center, whose location is as original as that of Venice or Bruges.

A city with a rich history and impressive architecture. Here are some suggestions on what to do in Toledo if you are visiting:

1 – Toledo Cathedral: Visit the Cathedral of Santa Maria de Toledo, a Gothic masterpiece that houses an impressive collection of sacred art, including paintings by El Greco.

2 – Alcazar of Toledo: Explore the Alcazar, a medieval fortress that offers panoramic views of the city. It also houses the Army Museum, which tells the military history of Spain.

3 – Old Town: Stroll through the narrow streets of Toledo’s old town, declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Discover its charming squares and historic buildings.

4 – San Martin Bridge: Cross the Tagus River over the San Martin Bridge, a medieval bridge that offers spectacular views of the city.

5 – Synagogue of Santa María la Blanca: Visit this ancient synagogue, which is an excellent example of Mudejar architecture.

6 – Monastery of San Juan de los Reyes: Explore this Gothic monastery built by the Catholic Monarchs. Its cloister and church are particularly outstanding.

7 – El Greco Museum: Toledo is known for being the adopted city of El Greco, and this museum is dedicated to his work. It contains an impressive collection of his paintings.

8 – Paintings by El Greco in situ: In addition to the museum, look for paintings by El Greco in the city, such as “The Burial of the Count of Orgaz” in the church of Santo Tomé.

9 – Gastronomy: Enjoy the delicious gastronomy of Toledo. Try dishes such as roast lamb, carcamusas and marzipan, which are specialties of the region.

10 – Themed routes: Participate in themed routes, such as the El Greco route, to follow in the footsteps of the famous painter, or the route of legends, which will take you to places with mysterious stories.

Remember that these are just a few suggestions, and Toledo offers much more to discover. Join us on our next trip to the City of 3 Cultures and learn even more about its incredible history.

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Located a few kilometers from Consuegra, these 12 mills offer one of the most amazing and traditional images of the Castilla-La Mancha region.

Its construction dates from between the 16th and 19th centuries, being located in the highest part of Cerro Calderico to take advantage of the force of the wind in this area and thus help to grind the cereals. In these same hills, we must also highlight the Castillo de la Muela, being one of the best preserved buildings in the area. This construction began in the middle of the 10th century, at the time of the splendor of the Caliphate of Córdoba, finishing its works in the middle of the 13th century by the Knights of the Order of San Juan de Jerusalén.

Although it is not known exactly if these mills were part of the inspiration for Miguel de Cervantes to write the adventures of Don Quixote de la Mancha, these, in their last remodeling, were baptized with the name of this famous novel; El Bolero, el Rucio o el Sancho are some of these names.

Contemplating these windmills in the evening light is one of the most beautiful images of this area of ​​Castilla-La Mancha. To access them, it can be done from the town of Consuegra, located in the province of Toledo.

Remember that we have scheduled visits to the Windmills of Consuegra and a visit to Toledo, so that you can live the experience of “Fighting the Giants of Don Quixote”, you can find all the information and itinerary in our official link.

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