VHEBRO

Historical journeys along the Ebro

VHEBRO is a historical and literary travel blog centered on the Ebro River. It documents journeys along the river, combining historical storytelling with descriptions of each stage of the route.

Stories and routes

The blog is organized into series such as “Historical and Literary Journey along the Ebro” and “Wellington's Long March.” Some journeys are divided into as many as 48 days or stages and pass through places including Riumar, Amposta, Tortosa, Zaragoza, Logroño, Miranda de Ebro, Reinosa, and Fontibre.

The travel narratives weave in historical episodes, including Emperor Charles V's route to Yuste and Wellington's campaigns in the Peninsular War. They refer to historical figures such as Martín de Gaztelu, the Duke of Wellington, and Edward Costello.

Format

Posts are presented chronologically, with titles identifying the date and route segment. Some include explanatory notes or sections labeled “To be continued.”