Fontanilla, Palos de la Frontera

Name: Fontanilla
Address: Palos de la Frontera, Spain

#2 among attractions in Palos de la Frontera

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The Fontanilla is the former public fountain of Palos de la Frontera in Spain where, according to tradition, these fountains provided the water for the ships of Christopher Columbus's first voyage—the Santa María, the Niña, and the Pinta—when, on 3 August 1492, they departed from Palos de la Frontera, captained by Columbus and by Palos's own Pinzón Brothers upon the voyage widely considered to have led the "discovery" of what historians term the "New World". ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 37°13'53"N, 6°53'28"W

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Fontanilla – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Wharf of the Caravels, La Rábida Friary, Monument to the Discovery Faith, Rio Tinto Pier.

2.5 miSW
Museum, Maritime museum, History museum
Wharf of the Caravels, Palos de la Frontera
63 min walk • The Wharf of the Caravels, located in the historic town of Palos de la Frontera, Spain, is a maritime museum that offers a unique glimpse into the Age of Discovery. This open-air museum is home to full-sized replicas of the three ships that Christopher Columbus used on...
2.5 miSW
Notable 13th-century Franciscan convent
La Rábida Friary
64 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Palos de la Frontera, Spain, La Rábida Friary is a historic monastery of profound significance. With its origins dating back to the 13th century, this Franciscan convent played a pivotal role in the Age of Discovery, particularly in the voyages...
3 miSW
Memorial
Monument to the Discovery Faith, Huelva
77 min walk • The Monument to the Discovery Faith stands as a testament to Spain's rich maritime history and is a prominent feature in the city of Huelva. This towering sculpture, also known as the Monumento a la Fe Descubridora, was erected to honor the explorers who embarked on...
3.9 miW
Piers and boardwalks
Rio Tinto Pier, Huelva
101 min walk • The Rio Tinto Pier was a commercial pier formerly used for the trade of material from the mines of the Rio Tinto Company in Andalusia, Spain. It is situated on the River Odiel in the city of Huelva. An estimated 150 million tons of ore were shipped from the pier over its life.
4.1 miNW
Sport, Sport venue
Plaza de Toros de La Merced, Huelva
104 min walk • Plaza de Toros de Merced is a bullring in Huelva, Spain. It is currently used for bull fighting. The stadium holds 15,000 spectators. It was opened in 1902.
4.1 miNE
Forts and castles
Castillo de Moguer, Moguer
104 min walk • Castillo de Moguer is a castle in Moguer, in the province of Huelva, Spain. It was renovated and enlarged in the 14th century. Castillo de Moguer was built of mud-based mortar gravel, clay and lime.
4.1 miNW
Park
Parque Moret, Huelva
106 min walk • Moret Park is an urban park located in the Spanish city of Huelva. It is one of the most significant places in the capital because of its strategic location and because it is considered an authentic natural space within the city.
3.3 miNW
37°15'18"N • 6°56'37"W
Museo Provincial de Huelva, Huelva
85 min walk • Art museum, History museum, Museum
3.6 miNW
Library
Huelva Public Library, Huelva
92 min walk • The Huelva Public Library is a public library located in Huelva, Spain.
5.3 miSW
Town
Punta Umbría
135 min walk • The town is situated on a narrow peninsula, surrounded by the Atlantic Ocean and the Odiel Marshes Natural Park, offering visitors the opportunity to explore both the beach and the natural landscape. The wide, sandy beaches are perfect for sunbathing and swimming...
4 miNW
37°15'47"N • 6°57'9"W
Catedral de la Merced, Huelva
103 min walk • Church