Planning a trip to La Rioja? This corner of Spain is great for a visit at any time of year, and in autumn, the vines change colour, offering you great snapshots. Come and see its landscapes, and top off your visit with wine.
You can get to know La Rioja in lots of ways: exploring freely or following one of the Spanish Wine Routes are the most common. First of all, you need to know that the La Rioja designation of origin is one of the oldest in the country, and is marked by the course of the river Ebro that divides the region into its zones: La Rioja Alta, La Rioja Alavesa and La Rioja Oriental.
If you travel from Logroño, its capital city, after a night of wine and tapas with the best company on Laurel street, you have everything at your fingertips to explore the landscapes in this small region which mixes nature with traditional winemaking. Travelling through La Rioja Alta, you'll come across towns like Briñas, a municipality surrounded by vineyards on the banks of the river Ebro. Nájera is an iconic place where you can enjoy the countryside and learn about its history – Celtic tribes, Moors and Christians all passed through this village. If you drive to Haro, known as the capital of Rioja wine, it will greet you with views of cultivated vineyards watched over by a bell tower. It's a beautiful spot from which to travel through the different wineries that surround it.
Finally, you can go as far as the Davalillo castle-fort in San Asensio. From the top of the hill, you'll have incredible views of what truly characterises La Rioja: its vineyards. On the other side of the region is La Rioja Oriental, highlights of which include Alfaro, Quel and Arnedo. Your visit to La Rioja will be a unique experience. What are you waiting for? Come and find out for yourself!
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