The Red Thread of Resistance Madrid Podcast Tour

Madrid, Spain
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Duration1h 18m
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LanguagesGerman, English
Group sizeUp to 99 travelers

Overview

Madrid is a city that refuses to be quiet. Beneath the tapas bars, the royal palaces, and the sunny plazas lies a fierce, bloody, and inspiring history of ordinary people fighting for their streets. Join Ian, a political historian, and Lucia, a local insider, as they peel back the postcard-perfect facade of Spain's capital. From the desperate civilian uprising of 1808 to the massive 15-M encampments, and from the dark, hidden basements of Franco's secret police to a reclaimed tobacco factory buzzing with modern anarchism, this tour reveals the true pulse of Madrid. You won't just learn history; you'll feel the heartbeat of a city that never stops resisting.

- A 2.8 km self-guided tour with 4 stops over 78 min
- Ideal for travelers interested in Power, Protest & Civic Spaces and History & Memory
- Immersively told in a podcast style by experts and locals
- Matching audio content, AI guide and navigation through the app

What's included

  • Verified facts woven into an engaging story
  • Interactive in-app guide for questions about the story and surroundings
  • Precise navigation between the stops
  • Immersive podcast-style audio featuring experts and locals

What to expect

  1. Plaza del Dos de Mayo
    10m
    The epicenter of the 1808 civilian uprising against French occupation, immortalized by Goya.
  2. Puerta del Sol
    10m
    The birthplace of the 2011 15-M 'Indignados' movement and the historic site of the 1808 clashes.
  3. 10m
    Now the regional government seat, its basements were the dreaded headquarters of Franco's secret police.
  4. 10m
    A massive former tobacco factory reclaimed by citizens as a self-managed social and cultural center.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

From Madrid's main station, take local public transport toward Plaza del Dos de Mayo. Get off at the nearest stop and walk the final few minutes to Plaza del Dos de Mayo, Madrid, Spain. Check the current local connection on the day of travel.

End point

From CSA La Tabacalera de Lavapiés, walk to the nearest public transport stop and travel back to Madrid's main station. The departure point is CSA La Tabacalera de Lavapiés, Madrid, Spain. Check the current local connection on the day of travel.
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Additional information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

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