FOX_TRAIL // OPS_ZAMORA_HARDCORE

Sector 01: The Byzantine Crown

Catedral de Zamora

Your journey begins at the 'Cimborrio'β€”the most iconic dome in Spain. Its scales hide the secret of the city's rise.

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🦊 MISSION: Infiltrate the "Puerta del Obispo" (Bishop's Gate). Locate the historical plaque that mentions the year of the Cathedral's consecration.

(Hint: It's in the 12th Century)

Sector 02: The Barbarian's Motto

Plaza de Viriato

Find the bronze hero holding the 'SeΓ±era' of Zamora. He was the "Terror of the Romans."

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MISSION: Analyze the inscription on the stone base of the statue. Find the first word of the famous Latin phrase "_____ Romanorum." Take a photo of the inscription.

What is the 6-letter Latin word that means "Terror"?

Sector 03: The Traitor's Gate

Portillo de la Lealtad

Formerly the Gate of Treason. This is where Bellido Dolfos fled after assassinating King Sancho II. It has since been renamed to honor the city's loyalty.

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MISSION: Locate the plaque on the stone wall that commemorates the "Cerco de Zamora" (The Siege). Find the year the siege took place. Capture the gate in a photo.

What is the 4-digit year of the Siege of Zamora?

Sector 04: The Rose Window

San Juan de Puerta Nueva

The city's Plaza Mayor is guarded by this church. Its rose window is one of the most photographed symbols of Zamora.

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Look at the circular window. In the center of the stonework, find a symbol representing the beginning of all things. What Greek letter is it?

Sector 05: The Order of Malta

Santa MarΓ­a de la Horta

This church belonged to the Order of the Knights of St. John. The tower is a masterpiece of Romanesque architecture.

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MISSION: Look up at the square tower. Locate the symbol of the Knights of Malta carved into the stone. Take a photo of the tower.

What shape is the symbol of the Order of Malta found on the tower?

Sector 06: The River Guardian

Puente de Piedra

Final mission. Descend to the banks of the Douro (Duero). This medieval bridge connects the old city with the modern world.

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FINAL MISSION: Cross the bridge. Take a group victory selfie with the Cathedral's dome (Cimborrio) visible in the background.

Count the total number of arches on the bridge. How many are there?

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OPERATIONAL SUCCESS

You have mastered the "Well-Walled" city. Zamora's secrets are yours.

RANK: ALPHA FOX

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