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The Top 20 Attractions around Rioja Alta

There are plenty of places to see and visit around Rioja Alta. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Rioja Alta is a region where 20

hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.

Last updated: December 2, 2025

Santo Domingo de la Calzada Cathedral

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The cathedral houses a chicken coop in which a live rooster and hen live. The animals are protected as an Asset of Cultural Interest by the Government of La Rioja. …

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Poyo de Roldán Stone Hut

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A hill (poyo) that has its own legend: in the castle of Nájera lived Farragut or Ferragut, a Syrian giant descended from Goliath and stronger than him. He fought and …

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Haro

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Haro is the wine capital of La Rioja Alta and the nerve center of wine tourism in Spain. Formerly, livestock and agriculture coexisted with vineyards on its lands. Its particular …

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Puente de Cihuri

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Beautiful Roman bridge that crosses the river Tirón, declared an Asset of Cultural Interest, built with ashlar stone from the area. The structure has two semicircular arches and one pointed …

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Church of San Juan Bautista

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A hostel for pilgrims on the Camino de Santiago that is located in a building that was once a hospital for pilgrims, and hence the name it retains. A prayer is held after dinner.

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San Millán de la Cogolla Monastery

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The complex formed by the monasteries of Suso (high) and Yuso (low) was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1997. Its value lies not only in its architectural …

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Toloño

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Perhaps the most emblematic mountain in the area, and no wonder, it's a pleasure to be up there.

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Bicigrino Statue

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Anyone who passes by here by bike along the Via de Compostela must stop for a photo.

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Leiva Castle

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Castle with towers at the corners of the structure. The ancient Roman road that connected Italy to Spain passes through here. Information table on site.

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Boundary Between La Rioja and Castilla y León on the Camino de Santiago

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What do borders mean to a pilgrim on the Way of St. James who is on his way to his destination - the tomb of the apostle James the Greater …

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The Top 20 Attractions around Rioja Alta

Santo Domingo de la Calzada Cathedral

Poyo de Roldán Stone Hut

Haro

Puente de Cihuri

Church of San Juan Bautista

San Millán de la Cogolla Monastery

Toloño

Bicigrino Statue

Leiva Castle

Boundary Between La Rioja and Castilla y León on the Camino de Santiago

Other adventures around Rioja Alta

Most popular routes around Rioja Alta

Most popular attractions around Rioja Alta

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