De Camino de Santiago, een van de bekendste pelgrimsroutes ter wereld, doorkruist het prachtige Navarra in Noord-Spanje. De route door Navarra vormt een van de meest indrukwekkende en betekenisvolle delen van de Camino Francés, de populairste route naar Santiago de Compostela. Elke stap in Navarra draagt bij aan het gevoel van verbondenheid met de duizenden […]
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Navarra is a region with a rich and fascinating history, from which numerous traditions have emerged that are still alive and proudly celebrated by its inhabitants. Below you will find an extensive list of the most well-known and beloved Navarrese traditions: 1. Town and village festivals (San Fermín) Every town and village in Navarra
Many sports are practiced in Navarra. Many of these sports are known worldwide, but there are also some lesser-known sports, certainly not among the Belgians and Dutch. With its varied landscapes and lively sporting culture, Navarra is a paradise for sports enthusiasts and adventurers. 1. Football Football is the most popular sport in Navarra. The main football club of
Navarra may not be well-known among the Dutch and Belgians, but it is a beautiful region in the north of Spain that offers a perfect alternative to the hustle and bustle of the Spanish coast. Be enchanted by the picturesque landscapes of Navarra, where green valleys, vast vineyards and majestic mountains come together. Explore picturesque villages with
The Xorroxin waterfall is located in the Baztán region in the north of Navarra. It is a pleasant walk to the waterfall, which can be reached from the car park at the entrance to the village of Erratzu. The whole family can enjoy this beautiful walk, which takes about 2 hours (1 hour to the waterfall and 1 hour to the
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The picturesque region of Baztán is located in the north of Navarra. It is famous for its beautiful landscapes, green valleys with typical white houses and for its rich history. Any season is good to visit the Baztán. This region owes its name to the Baztán river, which flows past many small villages.
Lerín is a small village with medieval origins in the west of Navarra. What particularly draws attention to this village is that in 2021 it became the first village in Spain with the “Starlight” certification. The residents of Lerín have worked for years to spread astronomy and reduce light pollution in the village.
Artajona is a small village completely surrounded by medieval towers and fortified walls, known as El Cerco de Artajona (“The Wall of Artajona”). This wall was built in the 11th century. It forms one of the most important defenses of medieval Navarre that still exists today. A trip to Navarre
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 also a very nice city to visit outside these busy parties. It is rich in history, culture and conviviality. A must to really get to know Pamplona is through
The Castle of Javier is considered one of the most important castle fortresses in Navarre. This castle is a very good example of defensive architecture in Navarre. In 1994 it was declared an Asset of Cultural Interest. Other castles in Navarra that are also very beautiful are in Olite and Ujué. History The construction of
