Private Tour of Gijón

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.

1. 1

   Stop 1

   10 min

   We will begin by discovering the whaling and its relationship with one of the most cider areas of Xixon: La Cuesta'l Cholo.

2. 2

   Stop 2

   10 min

   Sardine, mouth, pulpu! Meet the sardiners and work in the old rula (lunch).

3. 3

   Stop 3

   Pass by

   We will finish our itinerary through the port of Cimavilla on the spit, a very special place for fishermen.

4. 4

   Museo Casa Natal de Jovellanos

   30 min

   Through the works of this museum we will discover the world of the sea and the evolution of Xixon Bay throughout recent history.

5. 5

   Stop 5

   Pass by

   In this square known as El Campu les Monxes take centre stage in the cigarreres and a "mythicu" of Xixon: Rambal.

6. 6

   Playa de San Lorenzo

   10 min

   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.

7. 7

   Stop 7

   10 min

   The time comes to conclude our visit, not before immersing ourselves in the local seafaring culture.

• 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

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.