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WHAT TO SEE ON YOUR VISIT TO OLITE AND ENJOY IN A STORYTOOL TOWN If you are thinking of visiting Navarra these days, or at any other time of the year, Olite is a destination that you cannot miss. In Olite you can see its majestic castle, the streets of the historic center and enjoy its gastronomy. Furthermore, its location in the middle zone of Navarra invites you to visit its surroundings. In this post we are going to give you some recommendations so that you know what there is to see in Olite. Olite Castle brochure, at the Tourist Office or on the website: https://turismodenavarra.com/castillo-olite-navarra/ I have been to Olite Castle many times, and most of them because when someone from outside comes to you it is safe trick. The last one was recently, in October, when cousin Laura came to visit with her husband, Alan, a friendly Englishman who left her country for love and went to live in Madrid. We left Pamplona without rushing and by highway we arrived at Olite in just 35 minutes. Parking is relatively easy, as there are several car parks on the outskirts of the old town, which cannot be accessed by car. Walking we arrived […]

NAVARRA IN THREE DAYS My friend Jesús called me on the phone and told me that he wanted to come visit Navarra in three days. -How many days? -Three. -When? -August 8th. -Who is it? -My woman and I. -How is your physical condition? -Disastrous. Well, more than enough data. Jesús is an old classmate from architecture school, from Zaragoza, stubborn but with a good heart. Years passed, we lost track, but here it comes again and I have to prepare a plan appropriate to its characteristics: COUPLE AROUND 50 WITH OLD CHILDREN WHO DON'T PAY THEM, ROMANTIC WEEKEND, OLD MEMORIES, STATUS REGRETTABLE PHYSICAL, FAVORABLE METEOROLOGY. I imagine the following itinerary: DAY 1. They leave Zaragoza around nine in the morning on the highway directly towards Navarra. The first stop is the OLITE CASTLE, one of the most beautiful in all of Spain. In an hour or so they visit the monument. Before leaving, they go to the church of Santa María to admire its portico, a jewel of florid Gothic. They return to the route to climb the mountains on the way to UJUÉ, a beautiful town that is grouped around the fortress sanctuary of […]

WHAT TO SEE IN PAMPLONA IN ONE DAY Many people have come to the San Fermín festivities, but those few are the ones who remember the city and its monuments. This blog suggests what to see in Pamplona on a calm day without the noise of the party. THE ROUTE OF THE ENCIERRO Pamplona is known worldwide for the SAN FERMÍN FESTIVALS, but what really makes it famous is THE ENCIERRO, in which the young men run through the streets of the historic center in front of six brave bulls. The best thing to get an idea of ​​what the running of the bulls is and the emotion it entails is to watch some of the YouTube videos, the one I like the most is the trailer of just over a minute of the film EL ENCIERRO 3D. It's really nice. Getting to know the running of the bulls while walking through the streets of Pamplona is a little frustrating, since it is neither well signposted nor explained, nor do you have any idea of ​​the danger involved in letting loose a brave bull weighing 600 kilos of pure muscle in the middle of a street. But hey, let's try it: We start the tour on the CUESTA […]

May 15 is approaching, the festival of San Isidro, patron saint of Madrid and farmers. My cousin Miguel and his wife, María, decide to take advantage of the long weekend and come to Navarra in four days. They are a childless couple who have recently turned forty and have run their first marathon. STARTING DATA: COUPLE WITHOUT CHILDREN WITH CLEAR CRISIS IN THE FORTY, EXCELLENT CONDITION, UNPREDICTABLE WEATHER. I inform you that Navarra, in terms of climate, is like a small continent, in which there are great climatic differences between the north, more mountainous, and the south. Another characteristic is that the weather is very changeable, one day it can rain heavily and the next day a splendid sun rises. We Navarrese take it with humor and with a certain resignation we laugh at the following joke: “How do you recognize a Navarrese on the beach? Because he carries the “jacket” under his arm. That is to say, a Navarrese is always prepared, even on a beach day. So my first recommendation is that during spring and autumn you have to pay attention to the weather forecast and organize your trip based on it. In summer the good weather […]

NAVARRA WITH CHILDREN When you have children, the way you do tourism changes, and from walking through mountains, entering cathedrals and eating in good restaurants, you move on to short walks, theme parks and pizzerias and McDonalds. But since each season has its own desire, we will try to advise you on what to do on a visit to Navarra with children. Remember: “happy children, happy parents.” After visiting all the theme parks, zoos and aquariums, of those cities that I have visited in my years of parenthood, I can knowingly recommend the SENDA VIVA park on the Navarrese shore, next to the Bardenas Reales natural park. The reason is that it is an entertaining park, it has a wide variety of attractions for all ages, there are wild animals and a farm with domestic animals and, in particular, I like it for the landscape. It is almost like walking through a forest, next to lakes and attractions and at the top of the mountain an impressive viewpoint that shows us all the beauty of the Bardenas desert. I have enjoyed it and the children have a great time. If the heat is overwhelming, and in summer I assure you that the sun […]

PLACES TO VISIT IN NAVARRA NAVARRA: 10 SURPRISING LANDSCAPES When you read a list of this type, the first thing you think is: “a lie”, since these lists are usually subjective and everyone has their own list in mind that does not usually coincide with any another, precisely because they are subjective. So the title is wrong, it should be: "Navarra: 10 most surprising landscapes FOR ME." But this title is ugly, and with this clarification I hope you will forgive me for the generalization. NACEDERO DEL UREDERRA When I visited the birthplace it was a summer Tuesday at two in the afternoon. I had reserved my ticket online, but at that time there were hardly any people or anyone guarding the ticket. The good thing was precisely that, that there was almost no one, and I was able to enjoy a wonderful landscape of transparent waters and colors that I had not seen until then. IRATI JUNGLE Spring, with its newly released greens, but especially autumn, are the best times of the year to visit Irati. The last time I visited it was in the month of October to go completely around the Irabia reservoir, and because of the color of the beech leaves and […]

THE PORTIC OF SANTA MARÍA LA REAL The visit to Sangüesa must include, yes or yes, the porch of the church of Santa María la Real, a masterpiece of Romanesque sculpture. In the Middle Ages, when most of the population was illiterate, the porches of churches were like books, a kind of giant comics, which told us a story, a lesson. In the case of the portico of Sangüesa it is a warning: “Be good and you will go to heaven, be bad and you will go to hell.” The pilgrims arrived on their way to Santiago and when they stopped in front of the portico, they “read” in it, and being warned, they resumed their path with new vigor to, once the promise of pilgrimage and penance had been fulfilled, obtain forgiveness for their sins. But what does this beautiful comic from the Middle Ages tell us? To know the best, the simplest thing is to read the brochure that is on our website and that I offer below. [pdfjs-viewer url=https://turismodenavarra.com/wp-content/uploads/PÓRTICO-DE-SANTA-MARÍA-LA-REAL-BLOG.pdf viewer_width=900px viewer_height=500px fullscreen=true download=true print=true ] I hope you found it helpful. Now the best thing is to choose a good day to visit Sangüesa, stop in front of the portico, admire the skill of the sculptor […]

CATHEDRAL OF TUDELA AND LAS BARDENAS: A CATHEDRAL TO KNOW AND AN UNKNOWN LANDSCAPE Less known than the Bardena Blanca, the Black has its own special charm, arid, with a low mountain of steppe nature and a peak, the Cabezo del Fraile, where There was a castle that dominated the border with the kingdom of Aragon with impressive views. Then there is Tudela, the second largest city in Navarra, with its old historic center of narrow streets and its wonderful cathedral, one of the most beautiful I have seen, because it has almost everything: a sculptural door, a Romanesque cloister, the Gothic temple, baroque chapels and a Renaissance tower... you couldn't ask for more architectural styles in the same building, and the best thing is that they all coexist in perfect harmony. But let's not advance events and start our day by getting on the road. Tudela is very well connected by highway, but to get to the Cabezo del Fraile you have to be careful. After the town of Fustiñana the road runs parallel to the Bardenas Reales Natural Park, and just before entering Aragón, there is a dirt road that goes into Bardena. It is more or less […]

MONASTERIES IN NAVARRA THE CISTER IN PURE STATE (IRANZU MONASTERIES AND LA OLIVA MONASTERY) The monasteries of Iranzu and la Oliva are pure solitude, silence and stone. If you want to know the essence of the Cistercian, go visit them, preferably on a day when there are not too many people and if you walk in silence between its walls you will better understand what I intend to tell. The Cistercian was a reform of the order of Saint Benedict, which went from an ascetic and austere life, by virtue of the many accumulated goods, to opulence and relaxation of customs. So a few monks decided that the time had come to return to the origins and they retired away from the temptations of the world. They founded the new order and made it very clear, so as not to repeat the mistakes of yesteryear, the principles on which they were going to found their monasteries: “in remote places and with plenty of water.” Set aside to guarantee a retired life, and with plenty of water because the order was going to be governed by the motto: “ora et labora”, that is, “pray and work”. The Cistercian monks were to be of this […]

CÉSAR BORGIA – VIANA Surely you have heard of César Borgia, but what you surely do not know is that he is buried in Navarre, more specifically in the historic city of Viana. I am going to try to tell you who was such a famous character and why he ended up, so badly off, dead in an ambush at the gates of this walled city. Cesar Borgia (1475-1513) was the natural son of a cardinal who would later become Pope, Alexander VI. At the age of seventeen he would be named bishop of Pamplona, ​​and shortly after, cardinal. His restless spirit would turn him away from the ecclesiastical career to embrace the sword as the quickest way to fulfill his ambitions. After a life full of adventures he will end up under the orders of his brother-in-law and King of Navarre, Juan de Albret, to die in the besieged city of Viana. Two points give us an idea of ​​his personality: When Machiavelli wrote his novel “The Prince”, which describes the evil virtues that every ambitious dignitary must have if he wants to achieve and stay in power, he was inspired by the life and work of Machiavelli. by César Borgia. Julius Caesar, before crossing the Rubicon River, asked his legionnaires if they wanted […]

ESTELLA / LIZARRA – THE BIRTH OF A CITY Estella did not exist, Lizarra existed, a small Basque town among rocks, but of the beautiful city, full of monuments and economic activity that we now know, there was no trace. For it to exist, it was necessary for a Navarrese king, Sancho Ramírez, to order it to exist. And the most curious thing is that it shouldn't even have existed in that place... Or maybe it did? I'll try to explain myself. In the 1090th century, the Camino de Santiago was already a reality, and thousands of pilgrims arrived along it, leaving behind them money, cultural knowledge, technological advances, and sometimes even new inhabitants. Seeing the many benefits of the Camino, the kings of the Christian kingdoms favored it by freeing pilgrims from paying tolls, portages and other taxes and creating military orders to protect them from bandits. In those years the Camino went from Puente la Reina to the Irache pilgrim hospital, passing through the Zarapuz monastery, but there was little else in that strategic area. So the king decided in the year XNUMX that he would build a new city that would benefit from such dense traffic. But not […]

OCHAGAVÍA – OTSAGABIA – A TOWN ON FIRE Ochagavía is one of the most beautiful towns in the entire Pyrenees, but there was a fateful day in 1794 when there was only fire and destruction. That day, the French revolutionary troops, driven by the resentment of neighbors, looted Ochagavía, burning all its houses. This story began with the death of a king, Louis XVI, on January 21, 1793, guillotined on the scaffold of the revolution and with the creation of a great coalition of European monarchies willing to teach the daring populace a lesson. There was a war that was going to bring dire consequences for the people of the Pyrenees, since what began as a punishment attack transformed into an invasion and defensive war. The French, oblivious to their motto of “Liberty, equality and fraternity”, entered Ochagavía and set fire to the entire town, burning 182 houses and 52 huts. Only eight were saved, some of which can still be seen and are recognizable by the darker tone of their damaged stones. Once the danger had passed, the inhabitants of Ochagavía returned to rebuild the town in the same place and with tenacity and […]

CHARMING TOWNS IN NAVARRA Navarra is characterized by its diversity of climate and landscapes, which gives rise to a great variety in the typology of houses and the characteristics of its settlements. From a tourist point of view this is a great advantage, since the mountain towns of Navarra or those in the northern valleys have little to do with those of middle and southern Navarra, and it is already known that in the variety there is the taste. So with this background we are going to offer you a short list of the towns in Navarra that we recommend you visit. What to see in Navarra. The towns of the north are characterized by being more or less dispersed groups of enormous Basque hamlets that are like small self-sufficient country factories, where men and animals lived under the same roof, sharing heat and food: on the ground floor was the kitchen and the stable, on the first floor the rooms and upstairs the attic that guaranteed thermal insulation. So the houses, in order to fulfill all their functions, were huge, robust and simple in shape, well oriented towards the south. Stroll through the […]

In Navarra there are only two Romanesque churches with a centralized polygonal plan. Can you tell us which ones they are? Answer: Santa María de Eunate and the Holy Sepulcher of Torres del Río. The normal thing in the Romanesque was to build churches with a plan in the shape of a Latin cross, which symbolizes the cross of Christ, and with the altar placed facing east where the sun rises while the access was to the west, so that the faithful could walk through the path from darkness to light. In these two temples the plan is octagonal, with Eunate having the uniqueness of its perimeter portico and Torres del Río with greater geometric perfection in the layout of its starry dome that has clear reminiscences of Mohammedan architecture. Located on the Camino de Santiago, the one in Torres del Río has a lantern at the top, which was illuminated at dusk to serve as a guide for pilgrims. Easy Tourism recommends you visit these two temples with such a unique structure.

Philip V arrived on June 14, 1711 with his entire court in Corella with the hope that his wife, María Luisa de Savoy, would be cured of the tuberculosis she suffered from. They remained in the town for four months and occupied the house that Agustín de Sesma y Sierra had recently built, and which in memory of that stay, and by royal privilege of 1712, has chains on its façade, which gave rise to the popular name for the one that is known today: The House of Chains. The queen never fully recovered, and she would die at the age of 25 in 1714, due to lymph node tuberculosis. The king would remarry and reigned until 1746, ending his days with a disturbed mind and maintaining erratic behavior that made it impossible for him to reign. The people of Corella remember this event every year in the so-called Baroque Days, in which the town is decorated and recreated through performances and markets of that elegant era. More information about what to see in Corella, accommodation, restaurants, etc… by clicking here. With the collaboration of the Corella city council.

2×1: The caves of Ikaburu and Urdax. It is worth going to one of the ends of Navarra to visit the famous Urdazubi caves, unique for the beautiful landscape of stalactites that the Urtxume river runs through. To complete the day you cannot miss visiting the town of Urdax, with its monastery, its old mill and its canals that take us back to another era, in which life and work had the wisdom of craftsmanship. Here you can find all the urbax hiking routes, activities and events.    

It is worth going to one of the ends of Navarra to visit the famous Urdazubi caves, unique for the beautiful landscape of stalactites that the Urtxume river runs through. To complete the day you cannot miss visiting the town of Urdax, with its monastery, its old mill and its canals that take us back to another era, in which life and work had the wisdom of craftsmanship. Here you can find all the urbax hiking routes, activities and events.

2X1: San Gregorio Ostienese – Los Arcos. The excursion to the top of Mount Piñalba is worth it, for the views and for the splendid baroque temple that we will find at the top. It can be done with children, and you can tell them the story of the donkey. “Legend has it that when the saint died they did not know where to bury him since everyone wanted to have him close to home, so to avoid conflicts among his devotees they decided to put the body on a donkey and wherever it stood they would bury the saint. The donkey must have been a walker because it had no choice but to climb to the aforementioned peak where it stopped to rest, and in that place they built the temple.” After this pleasant route, we recommend that you go to the nearby town of Los Arcos, where you can eat in its many restaurants, or have a beer in its bars and terraces, and of course be sure to visit the church of Santa María, with its Renaissance tower, its Gothic cloister and its baroque decoration. The nearby Los Arcos circuit can be another option if you are a motor enthusiast. More information https://turismodenavarra.com/los-arcos/

It is worth visiting the Estella-Lizarra tourist office if only to see the model that is at its entrance and that recreates the city in the Middle Ages. Estella-Lizarra was one of the best defended cities in Navarra. On each rock there was a castle, the walls surrounded the different neighborhoods, the churches were fortresses. "If the towers are high, the value is high" as the poet says. Estella-Lizarra always demonstrated its value in defense of the Kingdom, and the year 1200 serves as an example when, in the absence of King Sancho the Strong, the Castilian and Aragonese troops invaded Navarre and when they were about to conquer it entirely, they arrived at the gates of the city. and, unable to overcome it, they had to retreat defeated. This is what the chronicles point out: "The heroic resistance of the inhabitants of Estella-Lizarra was the reason why King Sancho VII the Strong did not lose most of his kingdom." And like this there had to be many more. It is a shame that from such a brave past we can barely contemplate the rocks that supported those walls. RECONSTRUCTION OF ESTELLA AND ITS CASTLES RECONSTRUCTION OF THE CASTLE MORE INFORMATION ABOUT ESTELLA

A visit to Donamaría has the double attraction for children of contemplating a medieval tower in the middle of the meadows and taking the many pleasant walks in its surroundings. 1. Jaureguia Tower The Jaurreguía tower is, in a certain way, an icon of Basque culture, resounding, serious, unalterable. It emerged in the 2000th century as a medieval defensive tower of the kind that abounded in the area, with arrow slits in the first two stone floors and loopholes through which to attack the enemy with bows and crossbows in the front and base of the tower. upper part, in its characteristic wooden structure or scaffold. It was restored during the years 2001 and 2 and has been declared an Asset of Cultural Interest. The tower sits on a promontory, right at the entrance to the valley and next to the river, in a strategic place in the defense of Donamaría. Visits to the interior of the Jauregia tower are guided. At this time, visits are canceled but it is worth taking a look around. XNUMX. The environment of Donamaría The environment is very pleasant, dense forests, streams, meadows and towns of […]

  ALMADÍAS DE NAVARRA In the Navarrese Pyrenean valleys of Roncal, Salazar and Aézcoa, the use of forests was essential for subsistence and the rivers were the only way to transport wood to the places where it was sold. This is how the ALMADÍAS arise, rafts made up of several lengths of wood of identical length tied together by yards (twisted hazel rods), and directed by skilled men. DESCRIPTION OF THE TRAVEL: 1. The width of the rafts could not exceed 4,5 m since it had to cross narrow passages and go down the ramps of the dams. 2. The length varied between 4 m, 4,8 m, 5,6 and 6,4 m, although the longest ones could reach 12 m. Up to four sections could be joined together. 3. The logs were hewn or "carved" before being assembled. In the lower front part a cut was made in the manner of a miniature ship's bow. 4. Barrel: Straight and clean beech log to which the trunks were tied. 5. Drilling: The logs were drilled in a tangential path with one, two and up to three holes depending on their thickness. 6. The trunks were tied to the barrel using the poles, which were […]

  We are going to Plazaola, the area included in the surroundings of this old train track converted into a greenway, to enjoy some caves and a pleasant walk with the children: 1. The Mendukilo cave was always a refuge for shepherds, who when storm threatened, they took refuge with all their livestock at the entrance of the cave. Then came the speleologists to discover its innards and finally the tourists, to enjoy the wonders of the subsoil. And it may also be that, in these depths, Teodosio de Goñi, the dragon and the archangel Saint Michael met to give rise to the legend and the origin of the Aralar Sanctuary. The visit is guided and lasts 60 minutes. Make your reservation in advance and go warm as temperatures are 8ºC. MORE INFORMATION 2. After visiting the cave we will go to Lekumberri, to begin, from its old train station converted into a tourist office, a short tour along the Plazaola Greenway that will take us to its historic center. The Plazaola Greenway began its journey in 1902 with the authorization to build a railway and a 22 km section whose purpose was to carry iron from […]

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Navarra is an autonomous community in northern Spain full of charm, natural beauty and a rich historical heritage, which is reflected in its monuments and festivals. The region has a great variety of landscapes, from the Pyrenees to the Bardenas Reales desert, passing through forests such as the Irati Forest and valleys such as the Baztan Valley. In this article, we will explore some of the most notable places to see in Navarra and the activities to do there to discover all its possibilities. What to see in Navarra 1) Pamplona One of the best things to do in Navarra is to see its capital, famous for the San Fermín running of the bulls, it is a city with a rich historical and architectural heritage. St. Mary's Cathedral is an outstanding example of Gothic architecture, with its impressive façade and splendid stained glass windows that tell numerous stories. In addition, the Citadel of Pamplona is a well-preserved military fortress dating back to the XNUMXth century. You can take a walk along its walls and explore its museums to discover the history of the city. And if you want a gastronomic route, you can also enjoy their wonderful pintxos spread throughout the local […]

The 5 Best Hiking Routes in Navarre that You Can't Miss Navarre, with its diverse landscapes and natural charm, is a paradise for hiking lovers. From the Pyrenees to the Bardenas Reales desert, it offers a wide range of routes for all levels. If you are planning to explore this region, here is a selection of the 5 best routes that cannot be missing from your list. But before you start, make sure you have everything ready to enjoy it to the fullest and safely. Tips Before Starting Your Routes Plan your route: Research the level of difficulty, duration and weather conditions before leaving. Appropriate equipment: Wear comfortable clothing, trekking shoes and a backpack with water, food and a basic first aid kit. Travel insurance: It is essential to have insurance that covers sports activities such as hiking. Companies such as IATI, Intermundial or Heymondo are very popular among hikers and offer exclusive discounts that will allow you to save, such as the Heymondo discount. They also provide you with coverage for any possible setbacks on the road. With everything ready, it’s time to discover the best routes in Navarre! The 5 Best Routes in Navarre The Selva de […]

  We are going to Plazaola, the area included in the surroundings of this old train track converted into a greenway, to enjoy some caves and a pleasant walk with the children: 1. The Mendukilo cave was always a refuge for shepherds, who when storm threatened, they took refuge with all their livestock at the entrance of the cave. Then came the speleologists to discover its innards and finally the tourists, to enjoy the wonders of the subsoil. And it may also be that, in these depths, Teodosio de Goñi, the dragon and the archangel Saint Michael met to give rise to the legend and the origin of the Aralar Sanctuary. The visit is guided and lasts 60 minutes. Make your reservation in advance and go warm as temperatures are 8ºC. MORE INFORMATION 2. After visiting the cave we will go to Lekumberri, to begin, from its old train station converted into a tourist office, a short tour along the Plazaola Greenway that will take us to its historic center. The Plazaola Greenway began its journey in 1902 with the authorization to build a railway and a 22 km section whose purpose was to carry iron from […]

A visit to Donamaría has the double attraction for children of contemplating a medieval tower in the middle of the meadows and taking the many pleasant walks in its surroundings. 1. Jaureguia Tower The Jaurreguía tower is, in a certain way, an icon of Basque culture, resounding, serious, unalterable. It emerged in the 2000th century as a medieval defensive tower of the kind that abounded in the area, with arrow slits in the first two stone floors and loopholes through which to attack the enemy with bows and crossbows in the front and base of the tower. upper part, in its characteristic wooden structure or scaffold. It was restored during the years 2001 and 2 and has been declared an Asset of Cultural Interest. The tower sits on a promontory, right at the entrance to the valley and next to the river, in a strategic place in the defense of Donamaría. Visits to the interior of the Jauregia tower are guided. At this time, visits are canceled but it is worth taking a look around. XNUMX. The environment of Donamaría The environment is very pleasant, dense forests, streams, meadows and towns of […]

2X1: San Gregorio Ostienese – Los Arcos. The excursion to the top of Mount Piñalba is worth it, for the views and for the splendid baroque temple that we will find at the top. It can be done with children, and you can tell them the story of the donkey. “Legend has it that when the saint died they did not know where to bury him since everyone wanted to have him close to home, so to avoid conflicts among his devotees they decided to put the body on a donkey and wherever it stood they would bury the saint. The donkey must have been a walker because it had no choice but to climb to the aforementioned peak where it stopped to rest, and in that place they built the temple.” After this pleasant route, we recommend that you go to the nearby town of Los Arcos, where you can eat in its many restaurants, or have a beer in its bars and terraces, and of course be sure to visit the church of Santa María, with its Renaissance tower, its Gothic cloister and its baroque decoration. The nearby Los Arcos circuit can be another option if you are a motor enthusiast. More information https://turismodenavarra.com/los-arcos/

It is worth going to one of the ends of Navarra to visit the famous Urdazubi caves, unique for the beautiful landscape of stalactites that the Urtxume river runs through. To complete the day you cannot miss visiting the town of Urdax, with its monastery, its old mill and its canals that take us back to another era, in which life and work had the wisdom of craftsmanship. Here you can find all the urbax hiking routes, activities and events.

NAVARRA WITH CHILDREN When you have children, the way you do tourism changes, and from walking through mountains, entering cathedrals and eating in good restaurants, you move on to short walks, theme parks and pizzerias and McDonalds. But since each season has its own desire, we will try to advise you on what to do on a visit to Navarra with children. Remember: “happy children, happy parents.” After visiting all the theme parks, zoos and aquariums, of those cities that I have visited in my years of parenthood, I can knowingly recommend the SENDA VIVA park on the Navarrese shore, next to the Bardenas Reales natural park. The reason is that it is an entertaining park, it has a wide variety of attractions for all ages, there are wild animals and a farm with domestic animals and, in particular, I like it for the landscape. It is almost like walking through a forest, next to lakes and attractions and at the top of the mountain an impressive viewpoint that shows us all the beauty of the Bardenas desert. I have enjoyed it and the children have a great time. If the heat is overwhelming, and in summer I assure you that the sun […]