if you are a wine lover you cannot miss Haro which is the capital of Wine ! La Rioja is a wine region counting over 500 wineries.
WINEYARDS IN LA RIOJA
Le Rioja is an area in North Spain surrounded by wineyards. The region offers a wide variety of wines with distinct characteristics and flavors. The terroir, the vineyard, the grape, the cellar, etc. all play a role in the final product !
CATEDRAL DE SANTO DOMINGO
Its origins date back to 1158 but in the 14th and 16th centuries it underwent various modification. The cathedral is a stupendous model of proto-gothic architecture. Organised like a typical pilgrims’ church. Inside, what most catches your attention is the hen house in which a rooster and a hen live as a reminder of the miracle of the hanged pilgrim.
CYCLING
Do you enjoy cycling? You will find magnificent trails through the vineyards or even through the mountains. Depending on your level and duration, we can help you to find the trail that suits you.
MONASTERIO DE SAN MILLÁN
The library at Yuso is one of the most important in Spain, not only on account of the number of documents it contains, but also for their age and value. Designated World Heritage on 4 December 1997. The church has three naves and dates from the 16th century. Inside there are Corinthian columns and paintings by Juan Rizzi.
RIVERS AND VALLEYS IN LA RIOJA
The important biological, scenic, and cultural value of these high valleys of Rioja resulted in UNESCO declaring it a World Biosphere Reserve.
Discover the reserve of the valleys of the Leza, Jubera, Cidacos and Alhama Rivers
SAJAZARRA
The village is a historic and artistic fortified ensemble with ogival arches on its walls. The impressive castle dated 14th century is one of the better renovated in La Rioja. The Church of La Asunción, from the 12th and 13th centuries, has different styles and is next to the castle. Its interior stores an image of the Virgen de La Antigua.
MEDIEVAL VILLAGE LAGUARDIA
This medieval town was founded in the 10th century as a defence for the Kingdom of Navarre. The streets of Laguardia are full of splendid medieval, Renaissance, Baroque and Neoclassical buildings. The surviving remains of its walls will carry you back in time.
MERCADO DE SAN BLAS
The San Blas Market is a beautiful market located in the town’s
old of the city of Logroño, capital of the autonomous community of
La Rioja. It was inaugurated in 1930, work of the prestigious architect Fermín Álamo from Logroño.
VALDEZCARAY SKI RESORT
Located at the foot of the highest peak in Castile, “San Lorenzo”, which casts its shadow over the town of Ezcaray. The Oja River has its source here. Besides skiing, you can enjoy hunting, fishing, mountaineering, tennis, swimming, horse riding, etc. This is a natural paradise.
CHIMENEAS DE LAS BODEGAS
Above the old cellar district, the chimneys used to ventilate the cellars and to expel the carbon dioxide gas formed by the fermentation of the grapes are protruding.
HOT AIR BALLOON
Did you know that you can book a hot air balloon ride with lunch from our hotel during your stay? Admire the vineyards and the beautiful mountain landscape
EASILY REACHABLE
Our hotel is located nearby many airports : Bilbao, Madrid, Zaragoza and Santander. Which allows lots of plane connexions from the UK and other countries.
For car travellers, Finca Torre de Briñas is only 5km away from highway. It is also possible to reach our hotel by public transports.