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- Spanish
Do you want to know what whaling was like in the Cantabrian? What was the work of the Asturian fishermen at sea or the work of the sardines? Join us on this tour of the cultural memory of the port of Xixon and the seafaring neighborhood of Cimavilla.
Our itinerary will start at Casa Paquet and then head to the headquarters of the old dizzy guild, which would turn Xixon into an important whaling port.
Offshore fishing and the canning industry will take our attention in the vicinity of the old rula (the auction), to talk also about the charismatic sardines. We will continue our itinerary walking through the streets of the seafaring neighborhood of Cimavilla, remembering real characters like La Tarabica, Telvina, Rambal, and navigate their stories of life and work.
The activity includes entrance to the Casa Natal de Jovellanos, whose works relate to the sea and the men and women who forged the character of Barriu Altu.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
The guide (Denis or Jorge) will be waiting for you in front of Casa Paquet (tourist office). Get the green umbrella!
We will finish in the surroundings of Xixon’s Plaza Mayor an hour and a half later.
Itinerary
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1
We will begin by discovering the whaling and its relationship with one of the most cider areas of Xixon: La Cuesta'l Cholo.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2
Sardine, mouth, pulpu! Meet the sardiners and work in the old rula (lunch).
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
We will finish our itinerary through the port of Cimavilla on the spit, a very special place for fishermen.
Admission ticket free -
3
Through the works of this museum we will discover the world of the sea and the evolution of Xixon Bay throughout recent history.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
In this square known as El Campu les Monxes take centre stage in the cigarreres and a "mythicu" of Xixon: Rambal.
Admission ticket free -
4
In this old fishmonger of 1928, opposite the beach of San Lorenzo, took place one of the funniest episodes of local history starring the fishmongers of the upper neighborhood.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5
The time comes to conclude our visit, not before immersing ourselves in the local seafaring culture.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Additional info
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- It is not recommended for travelers with mobility limitations who do not have a wheelchair.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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