The mediaeval market, which will be inaugurated in conjunction with Holy Week on Thursday, April 17th, at 5:00 p.m., is the first of the thematic markets that the Department of Festivals in Santa Pola intends to expand in the vicinity of the Fortress Castle.

A new phase of this tourist attraction has commenced with the assistance of a specialised company, La Fragua de Vulcano. During these festive days, it provides tourists and residents with an intriguing leisure alternative within the Castle’s unparalleled setting.

In addition to the artisan and merchant stalls, a diverse array of activities will be conducted over the course of five days, such as musical entertainment, minstrelsy, circus performances, workshops, storytelling, and more.

The market is open from 11 a.m. to late at night, with the exception of Holy Week processions, during which the music and performances will be interrupted.

PROGRAMME

THURSDAY, APRIL 17th
17:00 – Opening of the medieval market
18:00 – Proclamation and opening musical parade. Welcome!
19:30 – Musical entertainment in the market
20:00 – Duendeando. A very funny character
21:00 – Medieval music parade
21:45 – On fire. Fire show

FRIDAY, APRIL 18th
11:00 – Opening of the medieval market
12:00 – Laughter and smiles. Medieval character
12:30 – Musical parade
13:00 – Medieval music in the streets
13:30 – The Juggling Jester
14:00 – The minstrels of music
18:00 – Musical parade
18:30 – Arrived from the East
20:00 – The minstrels of music
20:30 – The balance is in the street. Circus show
21:30 – Musical entertainment in the market
22:00 – Fire in the market!

SATURDAY, APRIL 19th
11:00 – Opening of the medieval market
11:30 – Viking Make-Up Workshop
12:00 – The Blind Pilgrim
12:30 – Musical parade
13:00 – Participatory children’s storytelling
13:30 – The Funny Minstrel of the Times
14:00 – Music and dance in the market
18:00 – Parades, music and dance
18:00 – Duendeando. Medieval character
18:30 – Participatory medieval dance workshop
19:00 – Musical entertainment in the market
19:30 – The comedian is on the loose
20:30 – Music and percussion workshop
21:00 – The minstrels of music
21:30 – Musical entertainment in the market
21:30 – On fire. Fire show

SUNDAY, APRIL 20th
11:00 – Opening of the medieval market
12:00 – Participatory workshop on medieval dances
12:30 – Duendeando. Medieval character
13:30 – Musical parade
14:00 – Participatory children’s theatre
18:00 – The comedian is on the loose
18:30 – Music and dance in the market
19:30 – Musical entertainment in the market
20:30 – Participatory Viking Runes Workshop
21:00 – The Cleric
21:30 – Participatory children’s storytelling
21:30 – Musical parade
21:30 – The Funny Minstrel of the Times
23:00 – Parades, music and dance
23:00 – Musical entertainment in the market
23:00 – Fire in the streets

MONDAY, APRIL 21st
11:00 – Opening of the medieval market
12:00 – The Cleric
12:30 – Musical parade
13:30 – The comedian is on the loose
14:00 – The minstrels of music
18:00 – Musical entertainment in the market
18:30 – Duendeando. Medieval character
19:30 – Musical parade
20:30 – The Funny Minstrel of the Times
21:00 – The minstrels of music
21:30 – Musical entertainment in the market
21:30 – Fire in the streets
23:00 – The market bids farewell until next year

See Santa Pola Tourist Website for more information https://www.turismosantapola.es/stp/web_php/index.php?contenido=esdeveniments_coconut&idEsdev=1317&title=mercado-medieval-santa-pola-2025&lang=4

The location of the castle in Santa Pola is here:

It is highly probable that you have encountered a Guardia Civil vehicle at some point and have contemplated whether or not to overtake it. The DGT’s recommendation and the consequences of doing so are as follows.

It is crucial to have a clear understanding of how to respond to the authorities. Therefore, what are the consequences if you overtake the Guardia Civil on the road? Well, the Directorate General of Traffic has a clue.

It is probable that you encountered a Guardia Civil vehicle while travelling. At that moment, you are uncertain as to whether you will be able to succeed. There is no need for concern, as this type of situation is a relatively common occurrence.

It is a relatively prevalent occurrence in rural areas, where the Guardia Civil is more prevalent, on secondary roads.

There are numerous drivers who are apprehensive about passing a Guardia Civil vehicle. Nevertheless, there is no regulation prohibiting the overtaking of official vehicles. This includes not only vehicles belonging to theGuardia Civil, but also those belonging to the National Police and the Army.

The initial response is affirmative. As we have previously noted, the General Traffic Regulations do not prohibit overtaking the Guardia Civil at any time. Passing these vehicles is not detrimental. This is true only if you adhere to the traffic regulations.

In reality, it is a prevalent practice among numerous motorists to abruptly decelerate when they observe a Guardia Civil vehicle, which can be hazardous to the vehicles in their rearview mirrors. That can result in a fine.

In the same vein, if you exhibit unusual behaviour while driving that could impede traffic or arouse suspicions among officers, they may halt you to determine whether there is a problem or if everything is in order.

Nevertheless, it is imperative to consider the law when overtaking any vehicle, not just a Guardia Civil vehicle. Drivers are required to respect the maximum speed limit of the road they are on: On motorways and dual carriageways, the speed limit is 120 km/h, while on secondary highways, it is 90 km/h.

Consequently, if you attempt to outpace a Guardia Civil vehicle travelling at 90 km/h on the highway, you will be subject to a fine. However, the same principle applies when a radar or Pegasus helicopter detects a vehicle surpassing another. There is no issue if the vehicle is travelling at a reduced speed.

The DGT’s hint

According to the DGT, “overtaking is the act of passing another moving vehicle, which is travelling at a slower speed, in front of the vehicle you are operating.” Generally, you should overtake on the left side of the vehicle you intend to overtake.

Overtaking is a complex manoeuvre that entails a moderate level of risk, particularly on secondary roads, as it necessitates the temporary occupation of the opposite lane.

Consequently, overtaking is only permissible at designated locations when traffic signs authorise it. The DGT suggests that the safety rule “rearview mirror – signal – manoeuvre” be implemented in this context, with the awareness that quicker vehicles may be approaching from behind.

It is crucial to bear in mind that the Traffic Department has eradicated the additional 20 km/h margin for overtaking on conventional roads since the end of 2021. Consequently, the utmost permissible speed is 90 km/h, and it is prohibited to exceed it to overtake another vehicle.

The iconic musical The Phantom of the Opera, a masterpiece by Andrew Lloyd Webber, is preparing to depart Madrid and travel to various regions of Spain. The celebrated show is preparing to embark on its first national tour in Spanish, which will span over 20 locations in Spain, following a successful residency at the Albéniz Theatre in the capital, which attracted over 300,000 spectators. The journey will commence in Torrevieja and will continue until early 2027.

The introduction of this eagerly anticipated tour will take place at the Torrevieja Municipal Theatre, in Plaza Miguel Hernández. Torrevieja audiences will have the opportunity to witness six performances from June 6th to 9th, 2025, during which the theatre’s galleries will be filled with music, mystery, and magic. The inaugural performance is scheduled for Thursday, June 6th, at 8:00 p.m. Subsequently, there will be two additional performances on Friday, June 7th, at 5:30 p.m. and 9:30 p.m., two more on Saturday, June 8th, at 5:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m., and a final farewell performance at 6:00 p.m. on Sunday, June 9th.

This rendition of the theatrical classic, which is set in the grand Paris Opera, is faithful to Webber’s adaptation of Gaston Leroux’s novel and features Manu Pilas as the enigmatic Phantom and Judith Tobella as the scintillating Christine. Viewers are transported through the eerie corridors and backstage of this iconic theatre, where an enigmatic figure skulks, causing anarchy and dread.