Private Tour
Available languages
2 hours
Mobile ticket
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.
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
It is not recommended for travelers with mobility limitations who do not have a wheelchair.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Entrance to the Casa Natal Museum of Jovellanos
Historian and official guide of Spanish-speaking Asturias (tour is NOT offered in English)
We will begin by discovering the whaling and its relationship with one of the most cider areas of Xixon: La Cuesta'l Cholo.
Sardine, mouth, pulpu! Meet the sardiners and work in the old rula (lunch).
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119iy ng,
Sep 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
Perbona route to the War in Xixon. Bed it down. Interesting, pleasant and prestige fit. A beautiful way of learning is by now the history of us.
Operated by Ser Asturianu Tours