Universidad de Mercaderes y Consulado de Burgos

The Universidad de Mercaderes y Consulado building features neoclassical elements with symmetrical proportions and classical architectural details across its facade.

Established in 1794, this institution regulated maritime trade and served as a commercial court for merchants conducting business along Atlantic routes.

The museum exhibits documents and artifacts that showcase the development of trade networks between Spanish merchants and European commercial centers.

Visitors can access the museum through the main entrance on weekdays, with wheelchair facilities available throughout the exhibition spaces.

The building maintains original 18th-century merchant ledgers and trade documents that detail commercial transactions with the port of Bruges.

Location: Burgos

Inception: 18 century

Architectural style: Neoclassical architecture

Accessibility: Accesible en silla de ruedas

Part of: Way of Saint James in the province of Burgos

GPS coordinates: 42.34024,-3.70273

Latest update: March 3, 2025 04:48