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Church of Santa María de los Reyes
Its 14th century polychrome Gothic portico, which preserves the original colors of the 17th century, is a jewel of the r
País Vasco / Álava
ÁlavaPaís Vasco
Laguardia
ÁlavaPaís VascoIdeal for a quiet visit
Ideal time to visit. Little tourist affluence foreseen.
IN FIGURES
Heritage and Tradition
635m
ALTITUDE
S. XIII
WALLS
1.500
INHABITANTS
300
WINERIES
What you'll find here
Castle / Fortress
vestigios · MEDIEVAL
remains of the castle
Walled precinct
recinto completo · S. XIII
complete wall
Defensive tower
en pie · S. XIII · Open to visitors
abbey tower
Notable church
romanica gotica renacentista · S. XII-XVI · Open to visitors
Santa Maria de los Reyes
Historic altarpiece
S. XVII · Open to visitors
main altarpiece
Palace / Manor house
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Samaniego and Casa Garcetas
Remarkable main square
Plaza Mayor
Historic cemetery
S. XIX · Open to visitors
neoclassical portico
Monumental gate or arch
×2 · S. XIII–XV · Open to visitors
Medieval walls and gates
Historic arcaded streets
Plaza Mayor
Romanesque gem
S. XII–XIV · Open to visitors
San Juan Bautista Church (late Romanesque façade)
Gothic gem
S. XIV-XV · Open to visitors
Church of Santa María de los Reyes (polychrome façade)
National Historic Site
walled city
Underground wine cellars
Open to visitors
medieval fretwork
Designation of origin / PGI
Rioja Alavesa
Stone village
Movie village (film locations)
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The Goldsmith's Secret (2025) - movie - Trio of Aces (2008) - movie - Love Now (1987) - movie
Jewish quarter
ancient Jewry
Film locations
- Goldsmith's secret(2025)Film
- Trio of aces(2008)Film
- The love of now(1987)Film
Laguardia, where the sea and medieval stone meet.
Laguardia, in the south of the province of Alava, occupies a privileged place in the Rioja Alavesa. Its location in the central part of the region, dominating the valley, responds to the warrior spirit of its founder and the defensive mission it had against the kingdom of Navarre. The population center is located on a whimsical hill that simulates the hull of a ship sailing north. The surroundings of the town, as attested by the archaeological remains found, the site of La Hoya and the numerous dolmens, were populated from time immemorial. Today Laguardia maintains the typical town planning of
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What to see
Places of interest
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Abbatial Tower
Medieval tower of the XII-XIII centuries. It serves as a lookout with 360° views over the village and vineyards.
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Plaza Mayor and Carillon Clock
Heart of the village. The town hall has a carillon clock with automatons performing a typical dance.
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Medieval wall and gates
Thirteenth-century wall built by order of Sancho el Fuerte of Navarre. Five gates remain: Carnicerías, Mercadal, Páganos
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Casa de la Primicia
The oldest civil building in Laguardia, dating from the 14th century. It is a reference of the medieval architecture of
What to do in Laguardia
Routes, experiences and activities to discover the village.
What to do
Experiences by category
Nature
Hiking, landscapes and natural areas
Culture
Monuments, museums and historical heritage
In the family
Activities for all ages
Heritage
Properties of cultural interest and historic architecture
Pet-friendly
Spaces and activities to go with your pet
Gastronomy
Restaurants, local products and culinary tradition
Location
Laguardia is located in Álava, País Vasco.
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Motorhome areas
Where to stay overnight and refuel services with your motorhome in Laguardia.
Puerta de Páganos parking lot (walls)
Free overnight stay30 seats · Pets allowed · Managed by Laguardia City Council
Area services
- Drinking water
- Grey water drainage
- Sewage emptying / chemical toilet
- Electricity
- Wi-Fi
- Showers
- Washing machine
- Sinks
- Toilets
- Picnic area
- Fenced / guarded enclosure
Capital of Rioja Alavesa; without equipped municipal area. For emptying: Elciego area (~6 km, another municipality) or Labastida (~15 km).
- Access:
- West access to the walled town (Puerta de Páganos). Dirt/shovel esplanade; usual free overnight stay. Free elevator to the wall a few meters away. May be closed for local events.
- Phone:
- +34 945 600 845
Carga eléctrica
Puntos de recarga para vehículos eléctricos
Cerca del pueblo(94 puntos)
A 0.6 kmSemi-rápido · 11 kW
Hotel Villa de la GuardiaCarretera de Logroño , LaguardiaA 0.7 kmSemi-rápido · 11 kW
Bodegas Campillo, GuardiaAvenida de Navarra, LaguardiaA 0.8 kmUltra-rápido · 50 kW
Repsol - Ibil (ES)Carretera de Lapuebla, LaguardiaDatos: OpenChargeMap (CC BY 4.0)
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