Surroundings
We are located in Estella - Lizarra, a city with a great historical and cultural heritage, but it is also an ideal starting point to get to know Navarre. In our surroundings you can also enjoy different adventure and active tourism activities. Here we tell you what you can see and do during your stay at the campsite.
Bicycle routes
We are surrounded by trails and mountains, which makes our environment ideal for cycling. Here are 9 cycling routes from the campsite with their route and route on Wikiloc.
The Alloz reservoir is an emblematic place not to be missed. During our route, we will climb the Altos de la Presa and Guirguillano by Garísoain. Then, we will enjoy a favourable terrain dotted with steep slopes. Finally, we will ascend the Puerto de Eraul on its easier side, where we recommend a stop to admire the Encino de Eraul oak tree and the spectacular views.
More information about the route and map HERE
In the first part, we will face Arradia and Lezaun as the main challenges, while in the second part, the Alto de Eraul through the concrete and the roads of the Allín Valley will surprise us with some walls.
More information about the route and map HERE.
Route for prepared cyclists with 4 passes: El Perdón (on the side of Uterga), roads of the Pamplona basin, Etxauri, the road from Muniaín to Azanza, the ascent to Goñi, and finally the Lezaun pass.
More information about the route and map HERE.
Arínzano and Baigorri are two impressive areas for gravel riding. On this route we will immerse ourselves completely in them, crossing the vineyards of Arínzano, where the roads are irregular, until we reach the Muniáin bridge where we will cross the river Ega and enter the Baigorri area.
More information about the route and map HERE.
We will follow part of the Tierra Estella Epic Gravel 2022 route to discover the most outstanding corners of these two areas. We will visit the source of the Ubagua, walk along the Abárzuza river promenade, explore the nooks and crannies of the small town of Irujo and enjoy a spectacular climb from Grocin to the Alto de San Lorenzo. In the last part of the route, we will descend towards Estella, passing near the Parque de las Calaveras.
More information about the route and map HERE.
We will start heading south, passing through Arínzano to enter the paths of Allo. After skirting this town, we will ride along the southern slopes of Montejurra. We will then cross Valdega, with its long straights, before entering the Allín Valley, characterised by its more rugged terrain but with more concrete and asphalt.
More information about the route and map HERE.
Easy route through three areas of trails: Arínzano, Pinares de Oteiza and Ballena de Oteiza-Muskildia. The fast trails of Arínzano and the fun descent of Zarapuz stand out. In Pinares de Oteiza, we will explore the pine forests and old rural constructions. Then, we will enter the area of Ballena, bordering crop fields and low forest. The connection with Muskildia is via the Isurdia panoramic path, with views of the Ega Valley and Montejurra. Muskildia will take us through a small oak grove to Villatuerta, to end the route.
More information about the route and map HERE.
On this route, we will explore two areas north of the campsite that are ideal for mountain biking. The connection between these areas and the campsite itself is an incredible experience. We will visit Valmayor in Estella, Bearin, the regacho de Eraul with its lush vegetation and Santa Barbara.
More information about the route and map HERE.
Spectacular route full of trails that will take us to discover the north face of Montejurra and a small area in the south. We will not reach the top of the antennas, however, we will be close enough to have the option to turn off and face the steep concrete ramps that will reward us with incredible views.
More information about the route and map HERE.
Hiking trails
The surroundings of the campsite are also ideal for hiking routes. You can go to nearby places or start from the campsite. Here are four hiking routes near the campsite.
On this route, we explore the nooks and crannies of Estella. From the albergue de los Capuchinos, we walk in the opposite direction to the Camino de Santiago to admire the Church of San Pedro de la Rúa and the Palace of the Kings of Navarre. We cross the Picudo Bridge and discover the surprising façade of the Church of the Holy Sepulchre. We then head for the peculiar Parque de los Desvelados and climb to the top of San Millán, from where we can enjoy impressive views of Montejurra and Estella. We can't miss a visit to the Cross of Peñaguda and the Basilica of El Puy before returning to the centre to explore the parish of San Miguel.
More information about the route and map HERE
On this route, we explore the nooks and crannies of Estella. From the albergue de los Capuchinos, we walk in the opposite direction to the Camino de Santiago to admire the Church of San Pedro de la Rúa and the Palace of the Kings of Navarre. We cross the Picudo Bridge and discover the surprising façade of the Church of the Holy Sepulchre. We then head for the peculiar Parque de los Desvelados and climb to the top of San Millán, from where we can enjoy impressive views of Montejurra and Estella. We can't miss a visit to the Cross of Peñaguda and the Basilica of El Puy before returning to the centre to explore the parish of San Miguel.
More information about the route and map HERE
This route invites us to discover the surroundings of Estella, as well as some emblematic places in the town. We start from a path that takes us to Los Llanos park and the salt water fountain. Nearby, we find a cave that is said to be connected to another mouth in the vicinity of the castle. We ascend along undefined paths until we reach a high point with panoramic views, and then descend towards Arbeiza and the old Vasconavarro station in Zubielqui. From there, we follow the route along the platform of the old railway, passing through a tunnel, until we return to Estella. During our tour of the town, we can visit the Reparadoras convent, Santiago and San Juan squares, and enjoy the monuments and points of interest that adorn the town.
More information about the route and map HERE
Salimos desde el centro de Estella para subir a la sierra enclavada detrás de la virgen del Puy. Behind the church there is a path that climbs easily up to the cross that crowns Peñaguda. We see the first daffodils of the season.
Continuamos por el cordal para encaramarnos sobre San Millán o Pico Estella.
We turn off the road to go down to the hermitage of San Lorenzo, in ruins, and on the left we reach the Paseo de los Desvelados or las Calaveras, statues made from the roots of sumac trees. The last short stretch of the route takes us in the direction of Estella along a narrow road with a number of small country houses on either side.
From the first houses we go to the Puente de la Cárcel, we cross it, to return to the starting point along the busy Calle de la Rúa, with pilgrims on the Camino de Santiago.
More information about the route and map HERE
What to visit in Navarre
Nacedero de Urederra
If you want a cool plan from the campsite, you can visit the source of the Urederra. The source of the Urederra, a Nature Reserve since 1987, is located in the Natural Park of Urbasa and Andía and you can take bike routes to get there.
Olite
Olite is not to be missed, and is a 37-minute drive from the campsite. It is famous for its castle, but you can't miss its cobbled streets with its Roman walls, its historic quarter and the churches of Santa María and San Pedro.
Pamplona
If you want to visit the capital of Navarre, we have it very close to the campsite. Pamplona is just 35 minutes away for a day's sightseeing. Don't miss the old quarter, with the Plaza del Castillo. From there, you can walk along Calle Estafeta, famous for being the most famous stretch of the San Fermín running of the bulls, and reach the Plaza Consistorial, where Pamplona City Hall is located.
Bardenas Reales
The Bardenas Reales de Navarra is a unique Natural Park, recognised as a Biosphere Reserve by UNESCO. This impressive semi-desert landscape is located in the southeast of Navarre, near Tudela and an hour and a quarter from Camping Lizarra.
Active tourism companies in the area
What to see in Estella - Lizarra
Here are some places in Estella - Lizarra that you should not miss. In any case, you will find more information on the official tourism website of Estella - Lizarra: estellaturismo.com
The Basilica of El Puy is a modern church of original design, located on a hill overlooking the Lizarra district. It was built between 1949 and 1951. It is notable for its rhomboidal polygonal ground plan and star-shaped chancel. Opposite is an 18th century Baroque courtyard with a triple-arched portico and a brick belfry. Inside is the image of the Virgen del Puy, whose discovery in the 11th century gave rise to the temple.
The Plaza de los Fueros is the ideal starting point for exploring Estella. It is notable for its size and the presence of several interesting buildings. To the right of the church, a house with perfectly aligned latticed balconies, some of them adorned with geraniums, stands out. The Plaza de los Fueros in Estella has bars and the Church of San Juan Bautista. Around it, later buildings blend in with the church, creating an interesting contrast between tradition and modernity.
This bridge, built in the 1970s, attempts to preserve the style of the old Romanesque bridge destroyed in 1873. As you cross it, head towards the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, with a Romanesque doorway depicting scenes from the Passion. This street is frequented by pilgrims and is popular for sports and walking. If you look up, you will see the striking Convent of Santo Domingo, now an old people's home. Although you can't visit it, it's worth admiring from the outside.
Visit the Plaza de San Martín with its imposing Church of San Pedro de la Rúa and the Gustavo de Maeztu Museum in the Palace of the Kings of Navarre. Don't miss the Puerta de Castilla, a remnant of the old medieval wall.
Climbing
Apart from the climbing wall that can be enjoyed in Estella - Lizarra all year round, there is also the possibility of practising sport climbing very close to the campsite. In Eraul, 10km from the campsite, you can climb in the crags of San Fausto, with more than 100 routes from levels 4c to 7a. In Estella - Lizarra there is also a small crag with 40 routes.
More information about climbing in San Fausto here.
In Navarre and very close to the campsite there are also other places where you can practise climbing in the open air, such as Etxauri, Peñartea, Dos Hermanas...
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