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Sajazarra is not only medieval history, but also a living museum. Thanks to its Contemporary Art encounters, the streets and walls of the town exhibit sculptures and murals that dialogue with the ancient stone. These works, integrated into facades and squares, offer a fascinating contrast between the traditional and the modern, turning every walk through the village into a unique artistic experience.
Building built in ashlar masonry and masonry with three naves. It is an amalgam of different periods since the 12th century and has a collection of contemporary art works inside. Guided tours are available by appointment.
Hermitage of quadrangular plant of the XIII century and reformed in several occasions, belonging to the old town of Cillas. One and a half kilometers from Sajazarra on the road to Castilseco.
One of the original entrances to Sajazarra and part of the medieval walled town. Originally built as a gate tower over a fortified corridor in the 13th century.
Privately owned land where a wetland/lagoon has been recovered. In it you can see many species of birds. There is a road that leaves the village and surrounds the lagoon.
Sajazarra is at the foot of the Obarenes Mountains, which are within the Natura 2000 Network (European ecological network of biodiversity conservation areas). On a walk through these mountains we can enjoy protected habitats and species such as golden eagles, griffon vultures, eagle owls and Bonelli's eagles, to name just a few. It is an incredible place for hiking and bird watching. And above all this wonderful nature preside the Peñas de Gembres, two rocky peaks that protrude from the southern slope. At their summit there is a lookout carved in the stone.
On the outskirts of the village and next to the lagoon, it is accessed by Regorreta Street. It has space for 10 caravans, lighting, emptying of sewage, emptying for chemical toilet and water for filling. It is not allowed to take out tables, chairs, awnings, etc. ... The authorized stay is 72 hours.
The first written mentions of Sajazarra already speak to us of vineyards, a millenary tradition that lasts until today. In addition to the caves under the houses within the town center, in the streets San Juan and Ontanillas we can find the neighborhoods of wineries. As well as for wine aging, they have traditionally been a meeting place; and, although some have been transformed into housing, we will always find in them good wine and family and friends meals.
Rehabilitated and conditioned building, in the park and at the entrance of the village. Where the old laundry was located.
Landmark commemorating the discovery of the first outbreak of phylloxera in La Rioja.
