Discover the charm of the picturesque town of Ezcaray in La Rioja

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Kiosk Square in Ezcaray in La Rioja

I had wanted to visit Ezcaray, in the Rioja.

In recent times I have ever gone to Harobut I had not had the opportunity to approach Ezcaray, a town that is just 40 kilometers going along the route that also allows you to visit Santo Domingo de la Calzada.

Before going I already knew that Ezcaray was a nice village, with a long history, located very close to the Valdezcaray ski resort, about 25 kilometers on the Sierra of the Demand.

Argolla del Fuero in the old town hall of Ezcaray in La Rioja

And also that it was a very tourist destination in summer.

Finally, on my recent trip to Rioja I had the opportunity to visit Ezcaray.

And after discovering it during a full day in the middle of the August holiday season, I confirm that it is that kind of charming town, all very careful, that it is easy to see in countries, for example, such as Great Britain, France or Germany.

Located in full Oja river valley, surrounded by green landscapes, and with an altitude of about 1,000 meters, Ezcaray It is not a large town.

It barely has about two thousand inhabitants, but it is a town that will enter your eyes because of its architecture has been well maintained.

Note that on the August holidays,Ezcaray It is a town that welcomes many visitors from Basque Country.

Ezcaray's Story

Perhaps it is a tradition that has been maintained since its origins, since it is said that it was during the 10th and 11th centuries when this valley began to be populated with people from the north.

Therefore, until very advanced Middle Ages, it seems that in Ezcaray the language that people spoke was the Basque.

Now in August it will be very easy to hear it in its streets.

Corner of downtown Ezcaray in La Rioja

When you enter the town by the road from HaroOn the left you will see a very long building that represents an important milestone in the Ezcaray story.

Royal Factory of Santa Barbara in Ezcaray

This is the foundation in 1749 of the Royal Factory of Santa Barbara dedicated to cloth production.

At present, after a recent restoration, in this building there is a hostel and it has also become the seat of the town hall.

The tradition of the blankets sale, which is ideal for tourism that the population receives during the winter season attracted by the nearby ski resort.

Stalls in the historic center of Ezcaray in La Rioja

What to see and do in Ezcaray

your Ezcaray visit Its main interest is a walk through the historic center of this beautiful town, and as a central axis, the Vegetable Square and the nearby Kiosk Square.

Eroray Eyebolt Ring

There you will see one of the main half-timbered and arcaded houses what are you going to find in Ezcaray, which in the past was the seat of the historic town hall.

You will recognize it by the so-called Argolla del Fuero, which is attached to one of the columns of the arcades.

Legend has it that if a malefactor played the ring, for a time he could not be persecuted by the Justice.

Church of Santa María la Mayor in Ezcaray

It seems that, in reality, the reason that criminals could remain free. and thus settle in the town, it was due to the special jurisdiction that had Ezcaray to facilitate the repopulation of the area.

During your walk you can enjoy the very beautiful and well-kept facades of the historic buildings, where in summer its great floral decoration attracts attention, as well as several charming shops.

You can also see some palatial buildings with their coat of arms on the facades.

Palace of the Baroque Archbishop

These buildings remind us that Ezcaray It has been a town with great history, as is the case with Palace of Archbishop Barroeta, of 1766, located next to the aforementioned Kiosk Square.

Building of the old town hall of Ezcaray in La Rioja

Or the Palace of the Angel, from 1753, which you find in front of the church of Santa María la Mayorin style Aragonese gothic.

Church of Santa María la Mayor in Ezcaray

It is a building constructed in several stages, between the twelfth and sixteenth centuries, which presents a structure that resembles a medieval fortress.

Inside of a single ship you can see capitals and a baptismal style stack Romanesquebut also altarpieces gothic Y renaissance.

Specifically, the main altarpiece is in style gothic plateresque 16th century

In your visit it is also worthwhile to approach the building of the old railway station, which is now a restaurant bar with terrace.

Kiosk Square in Ezcaray in La Rioja

This place is also the starting point of a green Way for hiking and cycling, which has replaced the old railway tracks.

Finally, recommend that you do not miss the chance to eat in Ezcaray, where there are several establishments with good cuisine.

In this regard, did you know that in Ezcaray there is a restaurant with Michelin star? Is about Echaurren, your choice if you are looking for creative gastronomy.

And as an alternative I suggest Masip, in its double version of restaurant or tapas bar with terrace, one of the most popular.

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Ezcaray Photos

Here you have more photos of the charming town of Ezcaray in La Rioja.






How to get to Ezcaray

Ezcaray is located in La Rioja, south of Haro and close to highlights such as Santo Domingo de la Calzada, San Millán de la Cogolla or the Valdezcaray ski resort

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