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ARAGÓN MUDÉJAR: BASILICAS, PINK VILLAGES AND FORTRESSES

Mudéjar arches glow terracotta, pink stone villages crown the hills, fortresses pierce the mountain sky. Aragon is heritage through and through.

≈ 6
Days
537
Km
5
Stops
📖 3 min read 🔄 Last updated: 2026-01-17

Zaragoza and its basilica, pink Teruel, medieval Albarracín overlooking gorges, Huesca and Loarre castle. Aragon, land of Mudéjar art.

Your day-by-day itinerary

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Day

Zaragoza

basilica plaza capital grandeur

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Day 1
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Discover

1
Basilica del Pilar — colorful domes on the banks of the Ebro.
2
Seo del Salvador — Gothic-Mudéjar blend.
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Bridges and developed banks of the Ebro.
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Activities

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Urban cruise on the Ebro.
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Tapas route in the Tubo.
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Sunset from the riverbanks.
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Next stop
Distance: 189.9 km
Travel time: 2h22
2
Day

Teruel

pink stone medieval cascade

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Day 2
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Discover

1
Mudéjar towers of El Salvador and San Martín.
2
Mausoleum of the Lovers of Teruel.
3
Plaza del Torico — lively city center.
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Activities

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Guided tour of Mudéjar architecture.
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Tasting of Teruel PDO ham.
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Evening stroll in the historic center.
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Next stop
Distance: 38.2 km
Travel time: 1h16
3
Day

Albarracin

wall gorge medieval vista

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Day 3
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Discover

1
Ramparts and alleyways of Albarracín — pink sandstone.
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Cathedral and diocesan museum.
3
Viewpoints over the bend of the Guadalaviar.
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Activities

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Short hike to the lookout points.
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Local wood crafts workshop.
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Picnic by the riverside.
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Distance: 274.7 km
Travel time: 3h26
4
Day

Huesca

cathedral mountain valley heritage

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Day 4
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Discover

1
Cathedral and cloister of San Pedro el Viejo.
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Old town — squares and arcades.
3
Provincial Museum of Huesca.
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Activities

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Excursion to the sierra de Guara (weather permitting).
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Cheese tasting from High Aragon.
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Walk in Miguel Servet park.
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Next stop
Distance: 34.2 km
Travel time: 1h08
5
Day

Castillo De Loarre

fortress peak stone majesty

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Day 5
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Discover

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Loarre Castle — Romanesque fortress on a spur.
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Viewpoints over the Huesca plain.
3
Church of Santa María de Bolea (nearby).
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Activities

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Walk around the ramparts and towers.
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Griffon vulture observation.
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Picnic with panoramic view.

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What weather should you expect?

Spring (April-June): Perfect weather, mild temperatures, blooming landscapes, ideal for sightseeing, moderate crowds, excellent value.

Fall (September-October): Comfortable temperatures, fewer crowds, harvest season, perfect beach weather, cultural activities, good prices.

Summer (July-August): Hottest weather, peak beach season, highest prices, very crowded, festival season, intense heat inland.

Winter (November-March): Mild temperatures south, cooler north, fewer crowds, lowest prices, cultural attractions, ski season Pyrenees.

How many days should I plan?

We believe you will enjoy this itinerary best by dedicating between 5 and 7 days. The next step will allow you to adjust the duration of your stay.

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