Discover 4 Casas Rurales in La Rioja and other accommodations to enjoy the region
Rural tourism has become one of the most popular forms of tourism due to its connection with nature and its roots in traditions and ways of life that stand the test of time. In addition, the villages enjoy that aura of peace and tranquillity that we yearn for on a daily basis. In this sense [...]
6 Festivals of La Rioja that will surprise you
Popular festivals are a sign of identity in all cultures. Traditions that in some cases have been maintained since time immemorial and have survived the passage of time. Although all festivals, without exception, have their charm, there are some that stand out above the rest for their uniqueness. In this post we present 6 festivals [...]
5 restaurants in La Rioja where you can taste the best gastronomy of the area
What do you ask of a restaurant to live up to your expectations? A good product? Good service? A sublime blend of flavours? A beautiful and welcoming place? An extensive and varied wine list? Here are 4 restaurants in La Rioja that meet all of the above and stand out for their savoir-faire [...]
What to see in Haro, the Capital of Rioja
What to see in Haro is the first thing many visitors ask themselves when they arrive in La Rioja, as this town is one of the most visited in the region as it is considered the Capital of Rioja, that is, the capital of the Rioja designation of origin. Strolling through its streets you will be able to discover the [...]
6 special Rioja wines you'll want to try
What makes a wine special? Probably, a set of characteristics that give the wine its own character. But... Are these characteristics objective or subjective? As is often the case, it is in the mixture of objectivity and subjectivity, of reason and emotion, that sublime results are often created. To create this list [...]
How many days do I need to see La Rioja?
La Rioja is a small community in which 325,000 people live. This makes one think that it can be visited quickly in 1 or 2 days, but nothing could be further from the truth. As the statistics show, the average number of overnight stays by visitors to La Rioja is 1.8 nights. It is clear that [...]
The 7 most picturesque bridges of La Rioja of all times
Due to its geographical location, La Rioja has always been an area of transit. This meant that since Roman times it has had important bridges to cross both the river Ebro and the other tributaries that also formed part of important roads and trade routes. Today, we can still contemplate these fascinating [...]
The Surprising Miracles of San Millán de la Cogolla: Exorcisms, Resurrections and Miraculous Cures
San Millán is one of the most renowned saints in Spain, being co-patron saint of the country along with Santiago. He lived for 101 years as an anchorite in a cave near La Cogolla. Nowadays, San Millán de la Cogolla is one of the best known villages in La Rioja, as it is the [...]
Los barrios de bodegas de La Rioja y sus calados más espectaculares para visitar
La Rioja is one of the most famous regions in the world for its production of high quality wines under the Rioja Qualified Designation of Origin. This position is the fruit of the work carried out for centuries by entire generations dedicated to the cultivation of the vine and the production of wine. [...]
7 Hiking routes through the mountains of La Rioja to enjoy its nature
The whole of La Rioja is full of routes and trails to get lost on, the most famous of which is the Camino de Santiago which runs through the Ebro Valley area. However, for those looking for greener routes with breathtaking views, we recommend the following hiking routes in the Sierra de La Rioja.
The most TOP activities for groups in La Rioja
La Rioja is an ideal place to enjoy in a group, whether it is a family getaway, with friends or with a company. There are many activities for groups in La Rioja being Logroño one of the destinations par excellence to celebrate stag and hen parties, however, here we are going to expose you exclusive activities for groups [...]
The best outdoor swimming areas in La Rioja | Natural Pools
Despite being an inland region, La Rioja has numerous bathing areas where you can enjoy a good dip in summer. If you visit its villages you will soon discover that each one has its own bathing area where children and adults alike gather in the summer season. What's more, many of the towns and villages [...]
20 +1 essential places to take photos in La Rioja
La Rioja is a particularly interesting region for photography lovers. In just a few kilometres it combines heritage, charming villages, vineyard landscapes, wild nature and an endless number of places that you will want to immortalise with your camera. The problem is that sometimes we don't know what these unique places are [...]
8 Museums in La Rioja that are worth a visit
La Rioja is a region with a great cultural heritage. Much of it revolves around the world of wine, which is why we are a world-famous region, but La Rioja has surprising treasures that you can discover through its museums. 1. The Museum of La Rioja in Logroño The Museum of La Rioja in [...]
Wine tourism in La Rioja : Wineries and wine-related activities
The main tourist attraction of La Rioja comes from the fact that it is the oldest Designation of Origin in Spain, founded in 1925. However, in La Rioja the wine culture has been developing for more than 2000 years. This has meant that the Rioja brand is closely linked to the world of wine [...]
8 viewpoints in La Rioja to discover its most stunning landscapes
The viewpoints in La Rioja highlight one of the main attractions of this region, its landscape. The landscape of La Rioja is not only rich in beauty, but also in diversity. You can enjoy the vineyard landscape in the area of La Rioja Alta, where this crop is the undisputed king and [...]
6 abandoned villages in La Rioja full of mystery
Walking through abandoned villages is an activity that is exciting more and more people. Discovering the heritage that these places hold, going into abandoned houses and strolling through streets that were once full of life is an experience worth travelling a few kilometres for. As in other regions of Spain, [...]
22 Fortresses and Castles in La Rioja
Due to its strategic position, La Rioja has been for centuries, and depending on the period, a border region between the Kingdoms of Navarre, Castile and also Al-Andalus. This led to the construction of numerous fortresses and castles in La Rioja for military purposes to help each side defend its territory. As a result, today [...]