Sanlúcar de Barrameda

Sanlúcar de Barrameda is a coastal town in Cádiz Province, Spain, that stretches along the mouth of the Guadalquivir River. The settlement consists of a flat harbor area and an elevated neighborhood marked by narrow streets and squares.

In 1519, Ferdinand Magellan set sail from this harbor on his voyage around the world, considered the first complete circumnavigation. Later the town grew into a trading center for goods from America and became known for exporting wine.

The town center sits between the harbor and the upper neighborhoods, with wine cellars showing the connection to sherry production. Visitors notice the bars and restaurants where you can taste locally made Manzanilla directly from the producers.

The town can be reached by the coastal road or by the bridge at the river, with the harbor district Bajo de Guía sitting right on the water. Anyone wanting to explore the upper part should wear comfortable shoes, as many streets climb upward and are paved with cobblestones.

Every August the beach turns into a horse racing track, a tradition that has existed since 1845 and draws thousands of spectators. The races take place at low tide, when the sand is firm enough to carry the horses.

Location: Cádiz Province

Elevation above the sea: 30 m

Part of: districte notarial de Sanlúcar de Barrameda, Costa Noroeste de Cádiz

Shares border with: Chipiona, Rota, El Puerto de Santa María, Jerez de la Frontera, Trebujena, Aznalcázar, Almonte

Website: http://aytosanlucar.org

GPS coordinates: 36.77889,-6.35389

Latest update: December 16, 2025 22:59