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Pamplona - Puente de la Reina – Estella – Tafalla – Olite - Pamplona

Interesting monuments on the Navarra wine route

Pamplona:

La Ciudadela (Fortified city)

Av. del Ejército The walls were builled in 1571 by Felipe II to protect the city. Today its former military buildings are exhibition rooms. There are also beautiful gardens.

Cathedral

Plza. de Santa María, s/n
The cathedral was rebuilt in 1390 after the fall of the former romanesaue temple. It boasts a gothic cloister and the mausoleum of the Kings of Navarra.

City Hall

The present city hall was built in 1752 on the ruins of the previous one. On its barroque façade you can observe the city’s coat of arms and the main balcony from which the first “Chupinazo” announces the beginning of the San Fermines fiestas.

Puente de la Magdalena (Bridge)

Gothic 12th century bridge via which pilgrims entre the city.

Palacio de Navarra (Navarra Palace)

Avda. Carlos III, 1
Palace build in the mid 19th century. On its façade you can see sculptures by Fructuoso Orduna. It is currently the Government presidency.
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Puente de la Reina:

Iglesia del Crucifijo (Church)

Its origin is linked to the order of the Templars. Su origen está vinculado a la orden de los Templars. There is a remarkable 14th century crucifix.

Iglesia de Santiago el Mayor (Church)

This church was reformed in the 16th century by Martín de Oyarzábal and Lázaro Irirte Iglesia. It boasts important paintings and sculptures of different styles, including a 14th century goldsmith carving of Santiago peregrino (Saint James pilgim).

The brige over the river Arga

Medieval stone bridge dating back to the 11th century via which pilgrims enter Puente de la Reina.
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Estella:

San Pedro de la Rua (Church)

c/ San Nicolás, 2
This church is of both romanesque and barroque style. It is worth visiting to see the image of the Virgin of the O.From its staircase you can admire breathtaking views of the village.

Palacio de los Reyes de Navarra (Palace)

Declared monument of special historic and artistic interest, this is one of the few non-religious architectural buildings of its time that survives in Spain. It hosts today theGustavo de Maeztu Museum. This palace is located in the Plaza San Martín.

Iglesia de Nuestra Señora de Rocamador (Church)

Romanic Church dedicated to Rocamador virgin. Constucted between the 17th and 20th century.

Santuario de la Virgen del Puy (Sanctuary)

La Señora del Puy is the patron saint of the city. It is constructed on a hill with excellnt views oever the city and the river. Originally a chapel, then a Baroque church and after a star-shaped basilica. Inside there is a 14th-century Gothic image of the Virgin of the Puy.
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Tafalla:

Iglesia de Santa María (Church)

This church was reformed in the 16th century. Interesting altarpiece of Romanesque style.

Convento de Concepcionistas Recoletas (Convent)

17th century convent founded by María Turrillas Hebra.

Palacio del Marqués de feria (Palace)

This palace was built at the end of the 17th. It boasts an interesting facade in rococo style.
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Olite:

Iglesia de Santa María La Real (Church)

The church of Santa María is the venue for the Navarre Organ Music Series which is held between May and November. Of Gothic style, it is located next to the Royal Palace. This church witnessed great festivities and ceremonies. Its façade and its Renaissance altarpiece are of special interest.

Castillo Palacio de Olite (Castle-Palace)

The Palace is an excellent example of Olite´s ancient splendour: Home of kings and princeses, this is the best example of French Gothic architecture in Navarre. A fire destroyed in in 1813 and the castle-palace was rebuilt and brought back to its previous glory. Today, it hold a Parador (national Spanish hotels branded as Paradores).