Located at the estuary of Guadalquivir river and embraced by the Atlantic sea and the nature of the Doñana Natural Park, visiting Sanlúcar de Barrameda is a must-visit to experience the world of manzanilla wine, horse racing and their people’s warmth.
Nature
In its 6 km coastline you can find family and urban beaches like the ones in La Calzada and las Piletas. There are also more natural and unspoiled beaches, such as the one in Jara or in Bajo de Guía. If you prefer fresh water, you will be able to walk through the estuary of the Guadalquivir river and even navigate aboard a ship. You can also visit the Doñana Park, although the other part on the other side of the river is restricted. But you can access it with some companies in the area. Visit the Pinar de la Algaida and the Marshlands of Bonanza, which are also found in the Doñana Nature Area.
Wines
Manzanilla is Sanlucar’s own wine and belongs to the Designation of Origin of Jerez. But the Sanlucar’s wineries not only work with the Manzanilla, but also with the other wines of Jerez type: from amontillado to muscatel, brandy and punch. You can choose between eight wineries to visit in Sanlucar where to learn about the history, production and preparation of these wines. You cannot miss it!
Horses
The history of Sanlucar is closely related with horses. Proof of this are the different shows and celebrations organized around this beautiful animal in the area. The best known are without doubt the horse races that are set up in the beach. Horses have also an important role in the romerías, like that of el Rocío. If you are passionate about horses you will also be able to visit the farmhouses where they are breed, ride around Doñana in a horse-drawn carriage or take horse riding lessons.
Sport and active tourism
It is also possible to visit Sanlucar and practice sports. You will have the chance of doing activities such as sailing, canoeing or windsurf, play golf on its courses, bird watching and guided tours in Doñana or practice adventure sports such as archery.
Culture and history
Another beautiful way to visit Sanlucar de Barrameda is through its monuments and historical buildings. You will be able to see the Ducal palace, now turned into the town hall, the Santiago castle or the Ducal palace of Medina Sidonia or visit any of its many parishes, churches and convents that embellish the streets of Sanlucar.
Urban routes
Getting to know the historic center of Sanlucar is also possible through the tourist routes that are all over the town. You will be able to visit the oldest area of Sanlucar thanks to the route “Ruta del Barrio Alto Histórico”. Visit the gardens, learn about the Baroque buildings and monuments, remember the years when Sanlucar was a strategic point between Seville and America thanks to the Sanlucar American route or commemorate the first travel around the world by voyagers like Magellan.
Accommodation
You have lots of places to stay in Sanlucar de Barrameda. There are several high quality hotels, pensions and hostels, but also many apartments and tourist houses. A wide range of prices and diversity so that your experience best suits your needs.
Gastronomy
Eating in Sanlucar is an experience for the senses… As the fishing village that it is, you cannot miss its fresh fish and seafood. Dishes such as rice with seafood, fish stew with potatoes or the famous prawns from Sanlucar will delight the most exquisite palates. “Ajo campero”, collard, seasoned potatoes, snails and tomato soup are other traditional dishes that you should not miss. All of these dishes are paired with grape juices, amontillados and manzanilla wines.
Bulls
Bullfighting lovers have a compelling reason to visit Sanlucar de Barrameda. Its Bullring welcomes some of the most relevant bullfighting events, one of the best known being the traditional bullfight that opens the Manzanilla Fair.
Fall in love with its people
Sunny days and pleasant temperatures, the warmth and hospitality of the people of Sanlucar, the joy of living in this land, the quiet and leisurely life and its rich traditions and customs make up our last and most significant reason to visit Sanlucar de Barrameda. We promise that this land will not only meet your expectations, but will far exceed them. Are you in?