La Albarrada
A colonial stone embankment walkway along the Magdalena River, linking three church squares. It is most enjoyable at sunset and in the evening.
La Albarrada is a riverside embankment built in the colonial era for flood control and cargo loading. It runs along a branch of the Magdalena River (the Loba channel). Its banks are lined with colonial houses with colonnades, warehouses, and the squares of the Santa Bárbara, Inmaculada Concepción and San Francisco churches. The embankment has now been restored as a pedestrian walkway. In the evening, residents sit in rocking chairs outside their doors to cool off, and there are food stalls and cafés along the river. The lights come on after sunset, creating a charming atmosphere. Entry is free, and it's ideal for a stroll in the early morning or evening. River boat tours also depart from here.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Church of San Agustín
- Casa de la Cultura de Mompox
- Mompox Filigree Workshops
- Church of the Immaculate Conception
- Calle Real del Medio
- Plaza de la Concepción & Old Market
- Parque de la Libertad
- Church of Santo Domingo