Summer begins to end, but that doesn’t mean the desire to go to an end. continue visiting the different towns in Spain and its secrets. One of the greatest attractions of Madrid’s municipalities is its medieval past, an era that will once again envelop Buitrago de Lozoya for four days.
One of the most anticipated events for Madrid residents when the return to school approaches is the Medieval Fair of Buitrago de Lozoyaone of the most emblematic cultural and leisure events in the Sierra Norte of Madrid. Those families who have returned from vacation but want to make the most of their last days of rest can come to the municipality at enjoy shows and workshops for all ages.
This fair, which has more than two decades of historyis celebrated in an authentic medieval town that still preserves the ruins of a castle and a wall that finish building an ideal setting to host more than a hundred stalls with artisan products and various activities set in medieval times.
The 14th edition of the Buitrago de Lozoya Medieval Fair will begin on Thursday, September 3
Activities will begin Thursday, September 3 at 6:00 p.m., when the initial opening of the long-awaited medieval market will take place. Throughout the afternoon, visitors will be able to enjoy the grand inaugural parade that will run through the streets of Buitragoas well as the musical parade and other shows such as the return of the Red Dragon or the Brutal Folk Rebellion.
However, not all events will take place in the market itself, but rather The celebrations will also extend to different squares in the municipalitysuch as El Gato, El Castillo, Picasso or Angelines Paino, where different activities and workshops will take place for the little ones, as well as acrobatics and animation exhibitions.
From September 4you can go to the market starting at 11:00 a.m.enjoying both its wide range of crafts and the stalls dedicated to offering typical food and drinks to visitors. Both stalls and shows will be extended until 11:00 p.m.both Friday and Saturday.
While andSunday, September 6on the last day of the fair, the market will be open until 10:00 p.m.ending with a great parade that will bring together all the participants of the event to say goodbye to all the visitors. All of this will be the closing touch of four days full of entertainment, history and unforgettable moments for both families and groups of friends.
Other points of interest to take advantage of your visit to the municipality
However, this is not the only tourist attraction in Buitrago de Lozoya, as this municipality has the greatest heritage and monumentality of the Sierra Norte of Madrid. While enjoying the fair, you can also take the opportunity to visit its Plaza de la Constitución, where you can see its famous Clock Towerwhose construction dates back to the 14th century and is the main access point to the wall.
Moving along Calle del Arco you can reach the Snow Archone of the most photographed points due to its beauty as it gives access to the Church of Santa María del Castillowhose original construction dates back to the 14th century, but which had to be rebuilt in the 80s after being razed during the Civil War.
In its surroundings there is one of the entrances to the medieval wall. The entrance, with a cost of two euros, allows the visit of the south side of the walland, for one euro more, you can enjoy a guided tour. Those interested in visiting it should take into account the visiting hours, which can be consulted both at the information point and on its website.
The lower part of the wall can be visited for free
However, those who prefer to see the wall from free They can also do it, yes, on the low walkway. This is the lower area of the wallwhich faces the river, and can be accessed from different points of the city, such as: Calle del Hospitalillo, Calle de los Cortijos or the Medieval Garden. The latter, also known as Villa Parkit is a quiet area where you can rest after an intense day of tourism.
For all these reasons, Buitrago de Lozoya becomes one of the most interesting Madrid municipalities this coming week, both for its cultural and leisure offer as well as for its numerous tourist attractions. A perfect plan both for families who want to take advantage of the last days before going back to school and for groups of friends who want to get away just one hour from the center.