A monument of the seas, a faithful replica of a 17th century Spanish galleon, will moor in Nantes, Belem pontoon, this Thursday evening. Already arrived in 2018, this ship responsible for promoting Spanish culture across the oceans of the world had attracted a crowd of curious people. His departure is scheduled for July 4.
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During his last trip to Nantes in 2018, he attracted thousands of curious people, a sign of his popularity. The “Galeon Andalucia“, replica of a 17th century Spanish galleon will moor in the City of the Dukes this Thursday evening and take up its quarters at the level of the Belem pontoon. This impressive black three-masted vessel, built in 2009, is a reconstruction of the Spanish vessels which sailed the seas for three centuries between Spain, America and the Philippines.
It is responsible for promoting Spanish culture
Barely shorter and less spectacular than the Belem, the last French tall ship whose home port is Nantes, the “Galeon Andalucia“none the less an attraction for all lovers of rigs. This is a “floating interpretation center of the history of the Spanish galleons“, as defined by the Nao Victoria Foundation, which owns the ship. She explains that this 55-meter replica is primarily intended to promote Spanish culture in the world.
During its stopover, until July 4, it will be possible to visit it. “The boat is disinfected each time it is open to the public, the use of masks is mandatory, and capacity is limited during tours“, indicates the foundation which advises those interested to reserve their places.
