Puente la Reina
Puente la Reina was founded in the 12th century to populate the regions around the Camino de Santiago pilgrimage route. A walk through this village
About Navarre
Navarre is special
Navarre is not very well known among tourists. They usually go to the Spanish coast. But if you want to see a special place, you should go to Navarra visit. This great Spanish province has been growing in popularity in recent years due to its geological diversity, large amount of history and rich culture.
Most of the people who have heard about Navarre know it for the celebrations of San Fermin. This is a worldwide known event in Pamplona, the capital of Navarre. San Fermín is known for big parties, historical traditions and bull runs. But Navarre has much more to offer than that.
From high mountains to vast plains, from leafy forests to deserts, Navarre resembles a continent.
Navarre is very rich in nature
Mountains
In the north is the mountainous area of the Navarrese Pyrenees. The Mesa de los Tres Reyes is the highest point in Navarre (2438 meters).
Forests
The Irati Forest is one of the most beautiful forests in Navarre. It is located in the northeast of the province, part of which is close to the village of Ochagavía.
Desert
The Bardenas Reales is a beautiful desert consisting of rocks with bizarre shapes in the southeast of Navarre. Some scenes from the Game of Thrones series were filmed here.
Best destinations
Pamplona
Pamplona or Iruña (in Basque) is the capital of Navarre. Among tourists, Pamplona is best known for the celebrations of San Fermín. But Pamplona is
Tafalla
Tafalla is located in the heart of Navarra, about 30 minutes from Pamplona, the capital of Navarra. This city retains the medieval flavor
Best destinations
Waterfall of Xorroxin
The waterfall of Xorroxin is located in the Baztán region in the north of Navarre. It is a pleasant walk up to the waterfall, which can be reached from
Irati Forest
The Selva de Irati (“Forest of Irati”) is the second largest and best preserved beech and pine forest in Europe, after the Black Forest in Germany.
Source of the Urederra
The source of the Urederra River is an idyllic place, as the name implies (in Basque “Ur” means water and “eder” means beautiful). It's coming
