The best walks and hikes around Legarda

The Church of Santiago is the main Catholic parish church of Punte la Reina in Navarre, Spain. It is a late Gothic building from the 16th century that preserves traces and elements of the original Romanesque temple from the 12th century.

The Punte la Reina Bridge (Queen's Bridge) was built in the 11th century to facilitate pilgrims' crossing of the river. The Aragonese and Navarrese branches of the Way of St. James converge at Puente la Reina; the common route crosses the Arga River over the bridge of the same name.

The parish church Iglesia de Santiago (see map) is the oldest church in the city, and construction began in the 12th century. Worth seeing is the wooden statue depicting Santiago as a pilgrim with a staff and scallop shell, as well as the Romanesque main portal, which shows scenes from the story of creation. There is also a beautiful wooden floor here that immediately caught my eye.

Santa María de Eunate is a Romanesque church on the Aragonese branch of the Way of St. James in Navarre. The church was built at the end of the 12th century in the Romanesque style with Mozarabic influences. The octagonal design is a reference to the Templars. There used to be a hospice here that belonged to the Order of St. John and today it is a hostel for pilgrims.

The Iglesia del Crucifijo in Puente la Reina is a fascinating historical monument deeply rooted in the history of the Camino de Santiago. Originally built in the 12th century by the Knights Templar, the church was later taken over by the Order of St. John of Jerusalem. The church consists of two different naves: a Romanesque one from the 12th century and a Gothic one that was added later. What makes this church really special is the impressive Gothic crucifix in the shape of a “Y”, one of the most remarkable Gothic sculptures in Spain.

The Church of San Juan Bautista in Obanos, located in the Plaza de los Fueros, is a beautiful example of neo-Gothic architecture. Built in 1912, this church exudes an impressive historical charm. The church’s façade features a portico and a square tower, which contribute to the building’s majestic appearance. Inside, the church exudes a serene and sacred atmosphere, with beautiful stained glass windows and detailed decorations that reflect the church’s rich history.

This room allows every pilgrim to write down intercessions and prayers to place at the Jesus statue or write them in the prayer book. A simple, beautiful room that has preserved much of the old spirituality. Pilgrim station.

One of the few octagonal churches in the world, belonging to the Templars.