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| region | Andalusia | |
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| Residents | 30.818 (2020) | |
| height | 185 m | |
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Arcos de la Frontera is an Andalusian city in the province Cadiz (province).
background
The Arcos de la Frontera, founded by the Iberians, was called in Roman times Arco Briga. On the Rio Guadalete not far from Arcos, the king of the Visigoths, Roderich, fell in the fight against the Moorish invaders in July 711. The Moors incorporated the city into their new empire, Al Andalus. It became part of the emirate and then of the Caliphate of Cordoba. When the caliphate came to an end, Arcos initially became an independent one taifa and united with Jerez from 1040-1053 under Aben Jairuan. The Almoravids took over the area in 1091. From 1145-1147 Arcos and Jerez became dependent on Granada taifa. In 1263 the Catholics under Alfonso the Wise of Castile took back Arcos. He built the Gothic cathedral, famous for its 10 bells. The city was in the border area until the fall of Granada in 1492 and was the Christian bulwark against the Moors. The addition to the name de la frontera (at the border) should document that. After Reconquista (Recapture) land was distributed to the nobles, who became wealthy and began to build representative houses and churches in Arcos. Arcos de la Frontera is on the route of the white villages. The city is the largest "white village".
getting there
By plane
The nearest airport (22 km) is in Jerez de la Frontera. He will inter alia. served by TUIfly and Condor.
By train
There are several daily connections from Seville to Jerez de la Frontera.
By bus
In the street
- Of Seville you first drive on the toll Autovia AP-4 in the direction Jerez de la Frontera and then on the A-382 to Arcos de la Frontera.
- Of Jerez de la Frontera take the A-382 to Arcos de la Frontera, 30 km away.
- Of Málaga or Marbella drive via the A-7 or AP-7 to Algeciras and change to the A-381 before Algeciras Jerez de la Frontera and finally drives to the destination via the A-382. There is an abbreviation for Medina Sidonia Via the A 393. Currently (2014) the A 393 is being converted. Therefore, the abbreviation is not recommended until further notice.
mobility
The old town is on a mountain. The climb is steep and arduous. Apart from that, all the sights can be explored on foot.
Tourist Attractions
Places
- Plaza del Cabildo. Mayor's Square, high up on the mountain is the heart of the old town. Here are those Ayuntamiento (City Hall) that Iglesia Parroquial de Santa Maria de la Asunción (Parish Church of Saint Mary of the Resurrection) and the Parador de Arcos de la Frontera (Hotel). Behind the town hall is the Alcazaba. There is a constantly overcrowded parking lot on the square. It's not easy to get here with a bigger car because you have to go through a very narrow passage Iglesia de Santa Maria happen. From up here you have a beautiful view of the landscape with the Rio Guadalete and part of the city with the Iglesia San Pedro.
Castles and Palaces
- Castillo de Arcos. In the 14th-15th Century built by the Moors. After the reconquest, it was dated Duque de Arcos (Duke). The castle is still inhabited by the family today and cannot be visited.
- Palacio del Marqués de Torresoto. Erected in the Baroque style in the 18th century.
- Palacio del Conde de Águila. The 15th century palace of the Count of Águila has a Gothic and Mudejar facade. The palace is also on the Plaza del Cabildo.
- Palacio de Mayorazgo. The 17th century renaissance palace has a beautiful facade designed by the architect Herrera. The palace is on Calle de Morales. A visit is worth it.Open: Mon - Sat 10.30 a.m. - 2 p.m. 5 p.m. - 7 p.m., Sun 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
- Palacio de Marques de Torresoto, in Plaza Cannameo. The palace has an 18th century facade. The palace was the meeting point of the Arcos society.
Churches and monasteries
- Iglesia Parroquial de Santa Maria de la Asunción. The parish church of St. Mary of the Resurrection, in the Plaza del Cabildo, was built between the 16th and 18th centuries. In 1764 a holy tribunal in Rome named the church as the most important, oldest and particularly outstanding church. This ended the dispute with the Iglesia San Pedro finished around the main church in Arcos. The beginnings go back to the 13th and 14th centuries, when the first church was built on the remains of a mosque. The tower with the neo-classical facade was built in the middle of the 18th century. The main facade is in the Gothic Platereken style. The church is currently closed for renovations (April 2008).
- Convento de San Agustin. The monastery dates from the 16th century.
- Iglesia San Pedro. Built from the 14th century on the ruins of a Moorish castle in Gothic style. The main facade from the 18th century is baroque. The portal is flanked by two pillars. The figure of Saint Peter is above the portal.Open: Mon - Fri 10:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m., Sat 10:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m., Sun closed on public holidays.Price: Entry: 1 €.
- Iglesia de la Caridad. Chapel of Mercy, on Calle Cuna, was founded in 1490 as a children's home and hospital for women. The entrance is in the Gothic style. Exhibitions are currently taking place here.Open: Mon - Fri 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
- Iglesia de Santa Miguel, on the outskirts. It used to be part of the fortification and was converted into one in the middle of the 15th century Hermit (Hermitage) converted. The building was also an orphanage at times. Today it is an exhibition center.
Buildings
- Ayuntamiento. Town hall from the 17th century.
activities
shop
Wines from the area such as the Palomino Riesling Tierra Blanca
kitchen
- The good tasting Palomino Riesling is made in Arcos Tierra Blanca cultivated.
Cheap
medium
- Parador restaurant. The restaurant offers good regional cuisine and wines.
Upscale
- El Convento, in the Palacio de Valdespinos on Calle Marques de Torresoto. Known for ajo a la comendadora (garlic dish), squid with potatoes.Price: main course € 20-40.
nightlife
accommodation
Cheap
- Hacienda el Santiscal, Avda. Snatiscal 129. Tel.: 34 956 708 313..
medium
- Parador de Arcos de la Frontera, Plaza del Cabildo. Tel.: 34 956 700 500. The Parador is in the old palace Casa del Corregidor in the historic Plaza del Cabildo and offers a great view of the fertile plain of the Rio Guadalete. Prices from 133 to 144 euros for a double room. Discounts for the elderly (over 60) and young (between 20 and 30).
- Los Olivos, Paseo de Boliches 30. Tel.: 34 956 700 811..
- Casa Campana, C / Nuñez de Prado 4. Tel.: 34 956 70 47 87, Email: [email protected]. The guest house is located in the historic quarter in an old house.Price: Double between 50 - 65 euros depending on the season (fiestas 75 euros).
- La Fonda, Calle de la Corredera, 83. Tel.: 34 956 70 00 57. The oldest hotel in Andalusia. Since 1834.
Upscale
security
health
Practical advice
- Tourist information, Plaza del Cabildo 2.
trips
- Parque Natural de Los Alcornocales. With the large holm oak forest. The visitor center is on the N-340 (km 72 between Algeciras and Cádiz) near Huerta Grande.
- Jerez de la Frontera. The city of sherry (Jerez).
literature
Web links
http://www.arcosdelafrontera.es/ - Official website of Arcos de la Frontera
