Villatuerta
Camino Frances
You'll cross the Río Iranzu on a double-arched Romanesque bridge to enter the old part of Villatuerta. The Iglesia de Nuestra Señora de la Asunción is worth a visit for its Romanesque elements and the carved capitals inside.
For food, Bar Lara has a local reputation for good cooking. Bar El Rebote is another option. If you're just passing through and need a coffee, the polideportivo (sports hall) at the entrance to town or the panadería will do. A small shop covers basics.
The village sits in the valley of the Iranzu, with Estella visible ahead to the northwest. The terrain between here and Estella is flat and easy.
The Virgen de la Asunción is celebrated on August 15. San Veremundo is honored on March 8.
Artifacts confirming Roman occupation have been uncovered here and along much of the road back to Puente la Reina. Sections of the route between the two towns follow the original Roman road, and the A-12 motorway has obliterated other stretches. The Romanesque bridge over the Iranzu is a fine example of the medieval river crossings that mark this section of the Francés.
Accommodation in Villatuerta.
| Albergue Etxeurdina 19*€ 8 |
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