PRACTICAL INFORMATION
About Toledo: A Millennia-Old City and World Heritage Site
Toledo is a city designated as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, whose historic center preserves one of Europe’s most significant cultural heritages.
Its evolution over the centuries, shaped by the coexistence of diverse cultural and religious traditions, has given rise to an urban environment rich in history and art.
The historic district, where the conference is being held, boasts a unique urban layout, with a rich architectural heritage that is an integral part of the city’s daily life.
During their stay, attendees will have the opportunity to explore the area and visit some of Toledo’s most important historical and cultural sites.
How to get to Toledo
By train
Toledo is connected to Madrid by high-speed rail (AVE), with frequent departures from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha station. The journey takes approximately 30 minutes. Toledo station is located just a few minutes from the historic center and can be reached by taxi or public transportation.
By car
Road access is mainly via the A-42 highway, which connects Madrid directly with Toledo. The trip takes about an hour. The city has several parking lots in the vicinity of the historic district, from which visitors can easily reach the city center.
From the airport
Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport is located about an hour from Toledo. From the airport, you can travel to Atocha Station to continue by train, or make the entire journey by road using a private vehicle or a shuttle service.
The Gothic Cathedral of Toledo: 800 Years of History
The Primatial Cathedral of Spain is one of the great landmarks of religious and artistic heritage in Europe. Construction began in the 13th century, and over the centuries it has evolved into a complex of immense richness and complexity.
Inside, it houses an exceptional heritage that speaks not only to its artistic value but also to its ongoing role in the history of the Church and in liturgical life.
Within the framework of the conference, the Cathedral serves as a key example for analyzing processes related to the conservation, restoration, and management of historical heritage.
Access the Cathedral's multimedia guide
other practical information
Restaurants:
Information about restaurants located in Toledo’s historic district, near the venue.
Useful phone numbers
City Hall: (0034) 925 330 300
Toledo Fire Department: 112 / (0034) 925 226 080
Bus station: (0034) 925 330 440
Local Police: (0034) 925 330 500
Tourism: (0034) 925 254 030
Emergencies: 112
Radiotaxi: (0034) 925 255 050
City maps
Phone
+34 650 722 843
Service available in Spanish and English
schedule
Monday through Friday:
9:00 AM–3:00 PM
European Association of Cathedral Architects, Surveyors and Heads of Workshops
secretariatecnica@catedralprimada.es