The Free Tour of the Inquisition and Witchcraft in Toledo

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Duration: 1h 30min
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Provided by FollowME TOLEDO
Spanish
Spanish  |  5:30 PM & 1:00 PM
EVERY DAY
from €0 Tip based

Overview of the tour in Toledo

The Inquisition and witchcraft in Toledo represent a dark period in the history of the city, marked by persecution, fear and superstition. Toledo was an important religious and cultural center during the time of the Spanish Inquisition, which began in the 15th century and continued until the 19th century.

The Inquisition was an ecclesiastical tribunal established by the Catholic Monarchs, Ferdinand and Isabella, to persecute and eradicate heresy and other practices considered contrary to the Catholic faith. In Toledo, the Inquisition had a strong control over the population and carried out trials and public executions in places such as the Plaza de Zocodover.

Witchcraft, considered a form of heresy, was also persecuted by the Inquisition in Toledo. People accused of practicing witchcraft or sorcery were often arrested, interrogated and tortured to obtain confessions. Sentences could include confiscation of property, public penance and, in extreme cases, execution at the stake.

This activity includes:

  • Alcázar de Toledo
  • Posada de la Hermandad
  • Santa Iglesia Catedral Primada de Toledo
  • Zocodover
  • guia oficial acreditado

Meeting point

Plaza de Zocodover, 5 Toledo

On arrival

We are located at Plaza de Zocodover 5, FollowMe Toledo, next to the Koker clothing store, Banco Santader Empresas and the Pharmacy. Remember to be 10 minutes before the visit and enter the premises to check-in.

Free Cancellation

You are free to cancel a booking anytime. We kindly remind you to cancel bookings you cannot arrive for. Being reported as absent decreases your customer level points and the benefits you can enjoy.

Spanish
Spanish  |  5:30 PM & 1:00 PM
EVERY DAY
from €0 Tip based
Tours Organized by FollowME TOLEDO