The King and Queen of Spain concluded their tour to all of the Autonomous Communities with a trip to Gijón, the largest city and municipality by population in the autonomous community of Asturias.  The objective is to support the recovery of social, economic and citizen activity following the COVID-19 lockdown. ​

​Their Majesties first activity of the day was a visit to the headquarters of COGERSA (Consortium for Solid Waste Management of Asturias). COGERSA recycles all waste from all over Asturias, it employs more than 400 workers, a total of 800,000 tons per year is recycled throughout the plant: domestic, commercial, industrial and hospital waste. The King and Queen held a meeting with the representatives of the Consortium and toured the facilities visiting the packaging plant and the sanitary waste area with explanations from the COGERSA manager. ​

King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia travelled to Cerro de Santa Catalina a park in Gijón, where they saw the 30th-anniversary exhibition of the Elogio del Horizonte (Praise of the Horizon) sculpture by Eduardo Chillida. They received explanations from the director of the Culture Foundation and through a series of photographs and texts Their Majesties were able to see how the construction of Chillida's work was carried out. The Royal Couple moved to the upper part of the viewpoint where they held a meeting with a representation of health workers from the Hospital de Cabueñes, COVID-19 reference centre in Gijón.

The Royal Couples final activity of the day was a visit to Museo y Circuito Fernando Alonso. The museum is dedicated to the promotion of motorsport and a memorial to Fernando Alonso, a two-times Formula One World Drivers' Champion from Oviedo, Asturias, Spain. Their Majesties received a guided tour by the man himself, Fernando Alonso, they had the opportunity to observe a video on road safety, viewed the karting circuit and road education tent before touring the museum's collection and signing the book of honour. 

The King and Queen of Spain continued their tour to all of the Autonomous Communities with a trip to Torrelavega and Santoña in the province of Cantabria. The objective is to support the recovery of social, economic and citizen activity following the COVID-19 lockdown.

Their Majesties first activity of the day was a visit to the National Cattle Market 'Jesús Collado Soto' in Torrelavega. After the initial introductions, they were welcomed with a traditional dance of western Cantabria, the 'Jota Montañesa'.

​The Royal Couple received a guided tour of the premises by the director of the National Cattle Market and the Market's commercial advisor, starting with the milking area, sale of cattle and lastly the exhibition of bovine breeds. 

Before leaving Torrelavega, the King and Queen held a meeting with representatives of the livestock sector of Cantabria, they expressed words of gratitude and recognition to the sector.

King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia moved to the Puerto de Santoña (Port of Santoña). They received a guided tour from the president of the Federation of Fishermen's Guilds of Cantabria and president of the 'Virgen del Puerto' Fishermen's Guild of Santoña. Their Majesties observed the work of a group of women 'rederas' who were repairing nets, they then boarded a fishing boat and were informed of its activity by the boat's skipper. 

The tour concluded at the viewpoint of Puerto de Santoña. 

The Royal Couple travelled to the Grupo Consorcio, their brands specialise in high quality canned seafood and home-made dishes. Explanations were given by the vice-president of the Grupo Consorcio and the general director of the factory. During the tour, they had the opportunity to see the packaging and sterilisation areas. ​

The King and Queen of Spain continued their tour to all of the Autonomous Communities with a trip to Pamplona, the capital of Navarre province in northern Spain. The objective is to support the recovery of social, economic and citizen activity following the COVID-19 lockdown.      

Their Majesties first activity of the day was a visit to the Ramón y Cajal Day Center, ASPACE Navarra, in Cizur Menor. ASPACE Navarra is a non-profit entity, their aim is to improve the quality of life of people with cerebral palsy and/ or related disorders and their families by providing solutions, defending their rights and facilitating active participation as full-fledged citizens, thereby contributing to social development. 

The Royal Couple toured the facilities and held a working meeting with representatives of ASPACE where they were informed of the entities resources.

Later in the afternoon King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia visited das-Nano technology company in Tajonar. Das-Nano was founded in 2012, the company consists of experienced business and industry entrepreneurs. ​Their Majesties were able to participate in several live demonstrations and held a meeting with the directors and engineers of the different areas of the company.

The King and Queen of Spain continued their tour to all of the Autonomous Communities with a trip to Santiago de Compostela the capital of the Galicia region. The objective is to support the recovery of social, economic and citizen activity following the COVID-19 lockdown. ​

The Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela is the reputed burial place of the biblical apostle Saint James the Great, and the destination for those following the Camino de Santiago pilgrimage route. On the 25th of July, Galicia celebrates its national holiday, the date is dedicated to Saint James the Great, patron saint of both Spain and Galicia. 

Their Majesties presided over the National Offering to the Apostle Santiago (Saint James the Great) at the monastery of San Martiño Pinario. The Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela is historically the epicentre of festivities but is currently undergoing restoration. The mass began with a reading of the Gospel, during the liturgy His Majesty presented the Offering to the Apostle Santiago. The Homily-response from Don Julián Barrio, the Archbishop of Santiago de Compostela then commenced.

Once the mass had concluded King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia moved on foot to the Pazo de Raxoi, headquarters of the city council of Santiago de Compostela and the presidency of the Xunta de Galicia. They visited the mayor's office where they signed the city's Golden Book.

The King and Queen of Spain accompanied by Their Royal Highnesses Leonor, Princess of Asturias, and Infanta Sofia greeted crowds as they departed the Parador de Mérida Hotel concluding their visit to the autonomous community of Extremadura.

The King and Queen of Spain accompanied by Their Royal Highnesses Leonor, Princess of Asturias, and Infanta Sofia continued their tour to all of the Autonomous Communities with a trip to Mérida the capital of western Spain's Extremadura region. The objective is to support the recovery of social, economic and citizen activity following the COVID-19 lockdown.

The Royal family's first activity of the evening was a guided tour of Museo Nacional de Arte Romano de Mérida, an archaeology museum positioned in the Archaeological Ensemble of Mérida. The Museum's content and activities revolve around the Roman period, which is the focal point of the permanent exhibition set up at its main headquarters.

King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia accompanied by their daughters moved through the crypt tunnel to the Roman Theatre where they attended the opening of the 66th edition of the Festival Internacional de Teatro Clásico de Mérida (International Classical Theatre Festival of Merida). They saw the play Antígona by David Gaitán, once the performance had concluded the family held a meeting with the director and actors of the play.

The International Classical Theatre Festival of Mérida is the oldest classical theatre festival in Spain and is considered the most important of its kind. The performances of the festival's works are held annually at the Roman Theatre in Mérida, which is considered one of the best buildings in the world that represent the solid modes and harmonic forms of Roman architecture in the time of the emperor Augustus.   ​

The King and Queen of Spain continued their tour to all of the Autonomous Communities with a trip to Catalonia, specifically the town of Poblet. The objective is to support the recovery of social, economic and citizen activity following the COVID-19 lockdown. 

Their Majesties visited Monasterio de Santa María de Poblet, where they saw the works of the painter Guinovart, toured the premises and reflected upon a selection of documents from the archive. 

Before leaving they held a meeting with the monks of the Benedictine Community.

Monasterio de Santa María de Poblet was founded in 1151 by Cistercian monks, it is located at the foot of the Prades Mountains. The construction of the Monastery began in the 12th century, it has varied architectural styles including; Romanesque, Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque. It was the first of three sister monasteries, known as the Cistercian triangle, that helped consolidate power in Catalonia in the 12th century. In 1991 the Monastery was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

According to HOLA, an agenda was planned for the afternoon in Barcelona. However, due to an increase in new COVID-19 cases restrictions on mobility have been put into effect. ​​

Queen Letizia stepped out in the soft blue Pedro del Hierro belted dress.  

The breezy frock was first seen during last year's Spanish Cooperation trip to Mozambique (shown below).

Today she teamed it with her ecru Macarena 'ALBA50' espadrilles.

The King and Queen of Spain enjoyed a date night at the cinemas in Madrid on Saturday evening.

The outing was in support to the film distribution and exhibition sector, which have been hit hard during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Queen Letizia wore a low key summer outfit, pairing a variegated striped t-shirt with white relaxed jeans.

She carried a white Carolina Herrera Initials Insignia small shoulder bag.  You may recall Letizia also owns this style in a fuchsia pink colourway.

 I will update the post if we are able to identify the remaining pieces.

The King and Queen of Spain continued their tour to all of the Autonomous Communities with a trip to the Basque Country, with activities in Bilbao and Vitoria-Gasteiz. The objective is to support the recovery of social, economic and citizen activity following the COVID-19 lockdown.

Their Majesties first activity of the day was a visit to the Museo Guggenheim in Bilbao. They toured the Danish-Icelandic artist Olafur Eliasson's exhibition 'In Real life', which brings our attention to some of today’s most urgent issues through approximately 30 artworks created by the artist between 1990 and today. 

The King and Queen also toured the  'Learning through art 2020' exhibition, which consists of works carried out by primary school students throughout this school year. ​

King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia moved to the Museo de Bellas Artes where they held a meeting with business representatives from the Basque Country. An open dialogue was then held on the impact of COVID-19 on the Basque business network.

In the afternoon the Royal Couple moved to the Fundación San Prudencio de Vitoria-Gasteiz, a non-profit entity in management and application of Social Responsibility in Álava companies. They held a meeting with the members of the Foundation's board of trustees and attended an open dialogue on the impact of COVID-19 on activities and users of the Foundation. Their Majesties toured the musculoskeletal treatment space within the area that the Foundation dedicates to occupational health, along with the Foundation's Headquarters. During the pandemic, the Foundation has carried out various initiatives to help alleviate the negative effects caused by COVID-19.  ​​

Their Majesties accompanied by Their Royal Highnesses Leonor, Princess of Asturias, and Infanta Sofia, paid tribute to the victims of COVID-19 and frontline workers, with a solemn ceremony at Plaza de la Armería, Palacio Real de Madrid.

The Spanish Royal Family were received by the President of the Government, Pedro Sánchez.

The journalist Ana Blanco acted as master of ceremonies, Blanco welcomed and lit the cauldron, giving way to the institutional statements of the representatives of the victims of COVID-19 and health workers.

The ceremony to honour the victims of COVID-19 and frontline workers began, King Felipe VI and Leonor, Princess of Asturias, accompanied by the representatives of victims and health workers, laid white roses next to the cauldron. During this time, Samuel Barber's requiem and Johannes Brahms' 'Song of the Spirit' was performed by the Radio Televisión Española orchestra. 

His Majesty gave a speech and the ceremony concluded with the interpretation of the poem 'Silencio', by Octavio Paz, followed by a minute of silence.  ​​​

Queen Letizia wore her blue Carolina Herrera piped sheath dress which we first saw her wear in the new official portraits released earlier this year.

The full ceremony can be viewed on YouTube: