“Take the Don Quixote routes in Castilla-La Mancha, Spain for a magical and educational holiday experience.”
“In Miguel de Cervantes’ infamous novel: The Ingenious Hidalgo Don Quixote of La Mancha, the principal character makes three adventurous trips through the Spanish regions of La Mancha, Aragon and Barcelona.
“Discover Spain as Don Quixote did with the officially recognized touristic Don Quixote route that passes through 148 Spanish towns throughout its more than 1,243 mi. of roads that cover a vast stretch of historical and livestock trails which are clearly indicated with signs. The route is divided into 10 itineraries and 56 stages that unite the most important sites highlighted in Cervantes’ masterpiece. The Don Quixote Route was distinguished in 2007 as a European Cultural Route by the Council of Europe.
“The adventures of Don Quixote have spread throughout the world as one of the most translated novels in history. In Castilla La-Mancha, Spain, Don Quixote is a recognized cultural symbol. His legend has generated cultural tourism of people eager to experience the social and geographic reality of what Cervantes’ masterfully described in Don Quixote of La Mancha. Visit Spain through the historical Don Quixote route.”