Aceñas de Olivares: Molinos Históricos del Duero

< Section > < h3 > About Olive Beads: Duero's historic mills < / h3 > < p > Explore Olive Bees, old medieval mills on the Duero River. A journey to Zamora's Industrial Heritage in a unique and natural environment. < / p > < / Section > < Section > < h3 > What to See < / h3 > < p > Olive Activities: The Industrial Heart of the Mid The Abeñas de Olivares are a collection of manor mills of medieval origin situated at the Duero River and passing through Zamora. Documented since the 10th century, these stone constructions are the living testimony of the economic importance that the river had for the city. They represent one of the best examples of pre-industrial architecture in Castile and León. Rio Industries Interpretation Centre Today, the attractions have been rehabilitated and transformed into an interpretation centre where visitors can discover: Operating machinery: Exact replicas of milling and encircling stones that used the force of the current. The mill's office: an immersion into the daily lives of those who worked at the river centuries ago. Unique architecture: The disposal of the buildings in the pipeline, designed to resist the Duero's tights with powerful tights. An idyllic ride by the Duero's shore To visit the Olivares Arenas is also to enjoy one of the most beautiful sections of Riberas del Duero. The surroundings have wooden rails that allow them to walk on water and to observe local fauna, such as tights and fishing martens. That's definitely Zamora's most peaceful place and a dedicated place for landscape photo lovers. Information for your visit They are situated under the Cathedral and have access to the Olivares neighborhood. Access to the outside enclosure is free while the inside of the mills have a regulated visiting schedule (usually free or with a symbolic price). That's the perfect starting point to walk the river ride to the Piedra Bridge. Retiring points of interest around them Cathedral of San Salvador de Zamora: From the beachfront by the viewpoint of the Troncoso we get to this jewel of the Romanesque of the twelfth century, famous for its outstanding scattering dome with Byzantine influence and its robust tower of the Saviour. Zamora Castle: Located just a few steps from the cathedral, this fortified complex with medieval origin surrounded by gardens offers a ride between adarves and viewpoint with views of the Duero Way. Piedra de Zamora bridge: Following the river promenade from the mills we reach this historic Viaduct of medieval origin (with Roman roots), one of the most iconic prints to behold the monumental profile of the town reflected in water. < / p > < / Section >