The 15 most beautiful villages in Aragon

Do you stay in the Aragonese Pyrenees and want to discover the historical and natural heritage of the region? Here are the 15 most beautiful villages in Aragon!

Wild and yet mysterious, Aragon is a region to be discovered. Located on the other side of the Pyrenees, it contains remarkable mountains and valleys. There you will find many villages full of history and charm.

Do you dream of diving to discover a new facet of Spain? That they are in the provinces of Zaragoza, Huesca or Teruel... Here are the most beautiful villages in Aragon!

1. Albarracín

In the heart of the Sierra de Albarracín, a fortified village with pink hues blends into the landscape. It was built by the Moors in the 10th century, then rebuilt by Catholics in the 14th century. This mix of influences is felt from Arab ramparts to Christian tapestries in the cathedral.

But beyond the beauty of its old stones, Albarracín is also visiting for its environment. The multicolored sierra is pierced by caves, in which engravings dating from the upper paleolithic are found.

2. Alquezar

As soon as you arrive in Alquezar, you understand why he is one of the most beautiful villages in Aragon. Its castle-college dominates the valley from the edge of a canyon. Lower, narrow alleys are in disorder.

Traveling them promises a real journey in time. Cloute doors, blasphemous facades, limestone vaults... But visiting Alquezar is also going to discover its exceptional environment! All around, the famous of Guara and its lush gorges hide in the desert landscape.

3. Valderrobres

It would be a shame to make a tour of the most beautiful villages in Aragon and to miss Valderrobles. This beautiful medieval village in the province of Teruel is among the most pleasant to visit. Its stone streets are full of kidneys and surprises.

Cross the medieval bridge and pass the portal of San Roque to reach the two main monuments. This is the church and Gothic castle, very interesting to visit. Around, the Matarraña cobblestone stretches. You will quickly understand why we sometimes call this region Tuscany Spanish!

4. Lanuza

If Lanuza is one of the most beautiful villages in Aragon, it is above all for its exceptional environment. Indeed, it is in the heart of the Tena Valley, one of the most beautiful places in the Aragonese Pyrenees. Here they are wild forests, lakes and tortured rock summits that form the landscape.

The Gállego río flows at the foot of Lanuza, enriching its atmosphere. The steep streets, surrounded by charming stone and slate houses, are a real pleasure to explore. The beauty of the village and that, striking, of the surrounding nature, mix with perfection!

5. Santa Cruz de la Serós

With its stone houses and slate roofs, Santa Cruz de la Serós has all of the typical Aragonese village. Its quiet and obsolete atmosphere makes it a place for a walk.

Visit the Romanesque church, a beautiful vestige of a convent erected in the 11th century, which was very eminent in Spain. A beautiful road leads you to the monastery of San Juan de la Peña, part of which is found in the rock. Some Spanish kings rest in this splendid pantheon...

6. Puertomingalvo

Want to discover an authentic Aragonese village? Go to Puertomingalvo, one of these Spanish villages that seems to have been frozen in time.

In addition to the vernacular architecture of its pretty alleys, it contains some monuments that are worth a visit. The majority is made from the same ochre stone as the houses, which gives its unity in Puertomingalvo.

Don't miss the visit of the castle. Its tower contains a small ethnographic museum that will make you travel in time!

7. Berdún

Located on the road Saint-Jacques-de-Compostelle , Berdún offers a picturesque setting. Its pretty alleys are filled with reception points for pilgrims, but also for those who wish to visit the region.

All around, the sights to visit are not missing: the Hecho valley, the San Juan de la Peña monastery, etc. It is an ideal drop point between the province of Huesca and Navarre, nearby.

8. Aínsa

Nestled in Ordesa National Park, Aínsa is one of the most beautiful villages in Aragon and even the Pyrenees! This former bastide experienced its peak between the 11th and 16th century. The remains of its ramparts, its beautiful stone buildings and its Romanesque church testify.

Today, its doors are open to visitors who wish to rest after a hike in the heights of the Montañesa peña, backdrop of Aínsa...

9. Sos del Rey Católico

Sos del Rey Católico... What story is behind that name? It was this village that saw Ferdinand the Catholic, the one who wanted to join Spain alongside Queen Isabelle de Castile. This ancient medieval city is not to be missed if you want to visit the most beautiful villages in Aragon!

Its pretty paved streets will lead you to the 12th century dungeon, the Sada Palace or the church of San Esteban. Don't miss the visit of the crypt, which contains beautiful frescoes of the 14th century.

10. Agüero

Once we have seen her with her own eyes, it is difficult to forget the characteristic silhouette of Agüero. These are the mallos , immense fingers of sedimentary rock, which confer upon this Aragonese village its character.

Review to climbers, but also to history lovers... Because Agüero is an ancient medieval bastide. It has preserved some interesting vestiges of this time.

11. Calaceite

Calaceite has a typical Spanish surviving charm. Less tourist than the majority of the other Aragon villages present in this top, it nevertheless contains a very interesting architectural heritage. But visiting Calaceite is also opening an unknown chapter of Spanish history...

Discover the Iberian village of San Antonio, which was occupied from the sixth century before our era. Don't miss the Juan Cabré archaeological museum. It is a must to dive into the origins of the region.

12. Ansó

Ansó sits in the middle of the valley of the same name. This pretty village is very nice to explore. Beyond the traditional architecture of the Pyrenees, it allows you to discover a new facet of the region. To do this, go to the Musée des costumes ansotano, which pays tribute to the traditional local outfits.

All around Ansó, the natural heritage is of great wealth. From the Natural Park of the Western Valleys to the Oza Forest, through the Roncal Valley or the Boca del Infierno... The possibilities do not lack to escape!

13. Torla

Difficult to imagine a more bucolic place than Torla. This small Pyrenean village is loved against the immense cliff of Mondarruego, in the heart of Ordesa National Park. It offers a panorama whose beauty makes the effect of a massaging stroke...

It is an ideal drop point to hike on this remarkable site! The atmosphere is peaceful and there are some interesting historical vestiges. We advise you to visit the abbey, which houses an ethnological museum.

14. Roda de Isábena

If it is among the most beautiful villages in Aragon, it is that this tiny bastide has what to excite the imagination. The complex does not exceed the ramparts, which certify a rocky piton.

Inside, architectural treasures are not missing. In particular, we think of the Cathedral of San Vincente, the oldest in Aragon and the smallest in Spain. It contains remarkable works of art, such as the polychrome bas-reliefs of the crypt or the frescoes of the cloister. A real call to the ride!

15. Benasque

Although it does not have a lot of charm, Benasque is an ideal destination for mountain activities.

It is located at the foot of high mountains, in the Posets-Maladeta Natural Park, east of the Aragonese Pyrenees. The park contains glacial lakes, beautiful waterfalls and numerous mountaineering, climbing and skiing spots.

In the heart of Benasque, the atmosphere is particularly pleasant. A welcome stop for the athletes!