Tordesillas

Historic villa on the banks of the Duero and stage of the Camino de Levante. Famous for the Treaty of 1494 that divided the world, it is a major historical stop.

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Tordesillas, a vallisoletan villa of noble standing by the River Duero, is a major historical stop on the Levante Way. Its name is inscribed in universal history as the place where, in 1494, the Treaty of Tordesillas was signed, the agreement between Castile and Portugal that divided the world to explore. For the pilgrim, arriving at Tordesillas connects with a key moment in the Age of Discoveries. The village offers a rich monumental heritage, highlighting the Royal Monastery of Santa Clara, a jewel of Mudéjar art that was palace to kings. The medieval bridge over the Duero and the Porticaded Main Square invite for a peaceful stroll. With good services for the walker, it is an ideal place for rest and reflection. The stage leading to Tordesillas passes through Castile's fields, and the arrival at the River Duero's bank is a visual and spiritual relief. On the Way of St James, it is a stop that enriches the pilgrimage with a profound lesson in global history and Mudéjar art.

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South East Route

Medina del Campo a Tordesillas

17.00 km 4.00 h Baja

Tordesillas a Mota del Marqués

25.00 km 6.00 h Media

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