Why Segovia Became My Favorite Spanish Town
It’s rare for a town to feel both cinematic and comforting at the same time, but Segovia managed it effortlessly. I hadn’t planned for it to become a highlight of my Spain trip — but from the moment I stepped off the train, I knew I’d stumbled into somewhere special.
🚄 Getting There
Catching the high-speed train from Madrid Chamartín to Segovia was straightforward and quick — just 27 minutes. No complicated transfers, no stress. I packed light, carrying only my lightweight waterproof backpack, which held everything I needed for the day without weighing me down. I didn’t even need to think twice about weather or terrain — it was the perfect grab-and-go companion for spontaneous adventures.
🏛 First Stop: Roman Aqueduct
The first thing that hits you in Segovia — quite literally — is the Roman Aqueduct. It rises out of the town square like something out of a film set. Built from 128 granite blocks and standing with no mortar, it’s one of the best-preserved Roman relics in Spain. Standing beneath it made me feel small in the best way — like a reminder that some things really do last forever.
🏰 Then: The Fairytale Alcázar
Next, I wandered uphill to Alcázar of Segovia, a castle that looks like it leapt out of a Disney storyboard. Legend says it inspired Walt Disney’s Cinderella castle, and seeing it in real life — complete with turrets, a moat, and panoramic views — made that entirely believable. I gave myself time to just sit and take it all in. You don’t rush a view like that.
⛪️ Cathedral Calm
Segovia’s Cathedral, too, was stunning — towering Gothic architecture and sun filtering through stained glass made for a peaceful moment. After the buzz of Madrid, this quiet hit different. It wasn’t about checking off a landmark; it was just about feeling present.
🍴 And Then, the Food…
I couldn’t leave without trying Segovia’s most iconic dish: cochinillo asado — roast suckling pig — at Mesón de Cándido, one of the town’s most famous spots. Crispy, tender, and served with local pride, it felt like a true taste of the region. Sitting there, eating slowly with locals chatting around me, was a moment I didn’t know I needed.
A Town That Lingers
Segovia surprised me. It wasn’t just the postcard-perfect sights — though there were plenty — it was the feeling of walking somewhere with centuries under its skin. It felt human, grounded, and utterly worth the detour.
If you're headed to Spain and wondering whether a day trip out of Madrid is worth it — let this be your sign. Pack light, stay open, and you might just find a favorite of your own.
🎒Wearing: Lightweight Waterproof Backpack — because a town like Segovia deserves to be explored freely.
