The Water Tribunal | 1,000 Years of Living History

The Water Tribunal (Tribunal de las Aguas)

• Thursday at the Cathedral | The Water Tribunal of Valencia
• A Thousand-Year-Old Verdict | The Water Tribunal

Witness a UNESCO-recognised tradition that has been settled orally in the same spot for over 1,000 years. This weekly judicial gathering is the oldest legal institution in Europe, where farmers resolve irrigation disputes in the Valencian language.

• When: Every Thursday (except public holidays)
• Time: 12:00 PM sharp (It is recommended to arrive by 11:45 AM as it is very brief)
• Location: The Door of the Apostles (Puerta de los Apóstoles), Valencia Cathedral
• Address: Plaza de la Virgen, s/n
• Postcode: 46001 Valencia, Spain
• Cost: Free to watch

Pro Tip: Since it's so short, you should arrive at the Plaza de la Virgen by 11:45 AM to get a good spot near the railing, or you might miss the entire thing.