Logroño

Logroño, capital of La Rioja, stands on a plain on the right bank of the river Ebro. Half of the population of the Autonomous Community lives here.

During the Middle Ages, its sharing borders with the kingdoms of Castile, Navarre and Aragon made it a strategic point of great importance. The passage of the Way of Saint James made Logroño experience an economic and population boom.

Nowadays, it is a pleasure to indulge in its wineries and gastronomy, tasting a few “pincho” snacks along the renowned Calle Laurel and its surrounding district.

• Co-Cathedral of La Redonda: dating from the 16th century, the towers are known as 'the twins' although they are actually not the same size. The building is home to the painting "The Crucifixion" attributed to Michelangelo.
• Church of Santa María de Palacio: the only one still with a cloister, its lantern is known as 'la Aguja' (“the Spire”) and is a symbol of the city. The main altarpiece is the work of Arnao de Bruxelles.
• Church of Santiago El Real: dating back to the 16th century, the façade houses a large sculptural group including Saint James the pilgrim and Saint James “Matamoros” (the “Moor-slayer”).
• Church of San Bartolomé: built during the 13th century, it was originally attached to the city walls. The façade has an extraordinary display of Gothic-style sculpture.
• Palace of Chapiteles: a 16th century building that was the seat of the City Council of Logroño for 115 years.
• Palace of Espartero: former dwelling of General Espartero, nowadays occupied by the Museum of La Rioja.
• “El Cubo del Revellín”: a cylindrical fortress from the 16th century. It is part of the city’s old walls.
• City Hall: designed by architect Rafael Moneo in the 1970’s.
• La Grajera Park: 427-hectare natural environment, with a reservoir and numerous plant and animal species. Facilities include a didactic hall and a bird observatory.