The most beautiful villages in Spain, one from each autonomous community
The most beautiful villages in Spain
The most beautiful village in Andalucía
Setenil de las Bodegas is a charming stop to the route on the most beautiful Andalusian
pueblos blancos
. It lies in Cádiz, in one of the gorges of the Trejo river. Its tiny white houses and streets are guarded by a roof of rocks. A walk you will never forget.
The most beautiful village in Aragón
Red tiles and majestic walls are scattered throughout a spectacular landscape in the province of Teruel. Meet Albarracín. Its old splendour remains alive in its buildings and its historical complex, declared a Bien de Interés Cultural (“Place of Cultural Interest.”)
The most beautiful village in Canarias
In Tejeda, in Gran Canaria, the charm of white and orange houses merges with a breathtaking green setting. It has an altitude of 1,000 metres and you will find it at the heart of Parque Rural del Nublo, in a volcanic caldera.
The most beautiful village in Cantabria
Potes stands high near Picos de Europa. The Deva river transits this village, located in the area of Liébana. The typical architecture and stone bridges shine bright against the diverse shades of green that characterise the Cantabrian landscapes.
The most beautiful village in Castilla-La Mancha
Alcalá del Júcar is nestled on a rock between its castle and its river. This charming village has a great number of cave houses and tunnels that pierce the mountain. In addition, it offers a few museums that allow visitors to understand the story of this place.
The most beautiful village in Castilla y León
You can find Candelario in the province of Salamanca. This village was declared a Historic Site in 1975. Its steep streets and stone stairs give it a charming feeling that invites visitors to wander around and discover hidden treasures.
The most beautiful village in Madrid
On the outskirts of the capital, you will find plenty of beautiful villages that are worth a visit. Buitrago del Lozoya is one of them, a walled medieval treasure that rises above the river that gives it its name.
The most beautiful village in Cataluña
Over a surface area of less than one square metre lies Castelfollit de la Roca, perched on top of a cliff that reaches 50 metres of height. The orange tiles of its roofs are scattered throughout this long strip on a deep precipice. This is, without a doubt, one of the most impressive places in Girona and one of the most beautiful villages in Spain.
The most beautiful village in Navarra
Ochagavía (‘Otsagabia’ in Basque) is a tiny village of picturesque houses in Valle de Salazar. Its Pyrenean character is perceived thanks to its architecture and natural surroundings. This gate to the Irati forest is near the Orhi mount.
The most beautiful village in Valencia
The region of Los Serranos hosts this lovely village of white houses that rests on top of a crag. Chulilla offers an interesting historic heritage that will take you back to the Bronze Age, but its most outstanding monument is probably its castle, which guards its surroundings from high above.
The most beautiful village in Euskadi
Lekeitio is one of those coastal Basque villages that combine sea and mountain. Its colourful buildings shine bright in a small bay that frames Isla de San Nicolás. It’s the perfect getaway to admire the landscape and the seafaring tradition of Vizcaya.
The most beautiful village in Extremadura
Jerez de los Caballeros awaits in Badajoz, a good example of Extremadura’s cultural wealth. Among its many monuments of great historical importance, its Templar castle, its walls, and its Iglesia de Santa María de la Encarnación should be highlighted. And we cannot forget its archaeological finds that date back to the Bronze Era.
The most beautiful village in Galicia
Ribadavia is a Galician spell in the province of Ourense. Crossed by the Avia river, it has many historic monuments, such as the Castillo de los Condes de Ribadavia and the town hall of Neoclassical façade. And we also need to highlight its lovely medieval streets.
The most beautiful village in Islas Baleares
Fornalutx awaits on the highest spot in the Sierra de Tramuntana. It’s one of the most beautiful villages in Mallorca. A haven of peace that brings together the best of the sea and the mountains, a gorgeous combination of pebble streets and island green.
The most beautiful village in Asturias
Cudillero combines sea and mountain too, but in a northern way. This charming fishing village in Asturias is the perfect destination thanks to its colourful houses, a port with thousands of flavour and interesting sites such as the Iglesia Parroquial de San Pedro or the Capilla del Humilladero.
The most beautiful village in Murcia
Aledo rises above the hills of Sierra Espuña. The most remarkable site is its majestic Torre del Homenaje, built in the 11th century, and its underground area with tunnels and corridors. It’s the perfect trip to wander around ancient streets, admire the local architecture, and live history.
The most beautiful village in La Rioja
At the foot of Peña Isasa, on the left bank of the river, the village of Préjano rests among ruins and fields. Its rich heritage includes sites from the Cretaceous period, a Roman pavilion, a medieval castle, and a sixteenth-century church. Besides this journey back in time through this vestige of past eras, you should explore its natural environment. Vía Verde de Préjano and Cascada de Santiuste are great options to do so.