The Surprise of Arroyomolinos

Guide to The Surprise of Arroyomolinos in Arroyomolinos: usual date, venues, traditions and the 2026 programme.

Usual date and duration

The weekend closest to 28 October, anniversary of the 1811 battle.

See the 2026 programme.

Where it is held

Re-enactments use Plaza de la Constitución, Paseo de la Iglesia, Las Charcas, Calle Hernán Cortés, the battlefield, Tres Cruces and the historic centre.

Province: Caceres.

Autonomous community: Extremadura.

Events and traditions

Camps, parades, skirmishes, theatre and old-trade demonstrations commemorate the Napoleonic battle known as The Surprise.

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