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Museo Real Casa de Moneda de Segovia is one of Spain’s most remarkable industrial heritage sites, set along the banks of the Eresma River beneath the Alcázar. Founded in the late 16th century under King Philip II, it is considered one of the oldest and most innovative mints in Europe, designed with cutting‑edge technology of its time to modernize coin production. The restored complex preserves its original hydraulic system, where waterwheels once powered the machinery that shaped and stamped metal. Inside, the museum offers an engaging journey through centuries of minting history, showcasing tools, presses, and coins that reveal how craftsmanship and engineering evolved. The building itself, with its stone walls and riverside setting, adds to the experience, creating a vivid sense of the past. Today, the Casa de Moneda stands as a testament to Segovia’s role in technological progress, inviting visitors to explore a unique blend of history, industry, and innovation.

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Location

The Museo Real Casa de Moneda de Segovia is located in Segovia’s historic centre at Calle de la Moneda, just outside the old city walls, on the banks of the Eresma River near the Alcázar and the Garden of Poets. It stands beside the Eresma River, very close to the Alcázar of Segovia, and is just a short walk from the main sights like the Cathedral of Segovia and the Plaza Mayor, with the Church of San Martín and the old Jewish quarter nearby. The museum is also near the Monastery of Santa María del Parral, the Mirador del Valle and the aqueduct viewpoints, and sits within Segovia’s museum district alongside the Aqueduct Interpretation Centre and the House of the Mint permanent exhibition.

Museo Real Casa de Moneda de Segovia

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