Holiday in Navarra

What makes Navarra special as a destination?

Navarra is one of the most diverse regions of Spain, stretching from the snow-covered Pyrenees in the north to the semi-desert of Bardenas Reales in the south - on an area barely larger than Schleswig-Holstein, it unites completely different landscapes and climate zones. The capital, Pamplona, is world-famous for the San Fermin festival in July, during which the running of the bulls through the narrow streets attracts millions of viewers to their screens. However, aside from this spectacular week, Pamplona offers a beautiful old town with city walls, green parks, and an excellent pintxo scene that can compete with San Sebastian. The Bardenas Reales in the southeast are a surreal semi-desert landscape reminiscent of the American West - bizarre erosion formations, table-like rocks, and a silence that is unmatched in Europe. This UNESCO Biosphere Reserve was used as a film set for Game of Thrones. In the north lies the Irati Forest, one of the largest beech forests in Europe, which shines in a frenzy of gold and red in autumn. Navarra is also on the Camino de Santiago, and the medieval bridges and pilgrim hostels along the route tell stories from centuries past. The Navarra wine region is overshadowed by the neighboring Rioja but offers excellent rosados and red wines at significantly lower prices. For German travelers looking to discover unknown Spain, Navarra is a treasure full of contrasts that can still be experienced without tourist crowds.