Castillo de Clavijo

Cool off the beaten path spot

OK - this is kind of random but we visited the ruins of Castillo de Clavijo. I visited because of the recommendation in Brierly's Camino tour book's mention of it outside of Logrono. It literally on...

A place to visit to take amazing pics. Beautiful view!

You have to be careful walking up and down the castle because is not easy and no warning signs around. I am 54 and fit, actually I visited the Castle when I was a Pilgrim walking from France to Santia...

It is a fabulous view from here once you scrabble up

We saw this castle atop stone cliffs from miles away and we felt that we just had to visit. There were no other visitors the whole time we were there, so if you like peace, you should find it here! Yo...

Battle against the Moors.

Great historical spot and panoramic view of Rioja. This is where the great battle scene against the Muslim occupiers/invaders occurred during the 8th century. The Spanish King refused to pay homage t...

Authentic Spanish restaurant

Dined here with my fiancée for an evening meal. The food was absolutely delicious and I couldn't recommend it enough. The staff were friendly and helpful and the atmosphere was lovely too. It was very...