Bird’s-Eye View: The Towers
Mudéjar towers are among the most recognisable features of the Aragonese landscape. Many had defensive origins and served to monitor and communicate across the territory.
Visitors are invited to climb the towers of our towns and enjoy breathtaking views, gaining insight into their historical significance and relationship with the surrounding landscape.
DATE OF VISIT: 24 October 2026
10:00 a.m. Villarreal de Huerva. The visit centres on the defensive complex of the Church of San Miguel Archangel, comprising a keep, a Baroque church and a Mudéjar tower. From the top, visual connections with neighbouring towns reinforce the idea of a territorial network.
12:30 p.m. Herrera de los Navarros. The Church of Saint John the Baptist is one of the most remarkable church-fortresses in the area. Its tower features an exceptional double wall-walk that illustrates both defensive and symbolic functions.
4.30 p.m. Villar de los Navarros. The day ends at the tower of the Church of San Pedro, one of the most distinctive Mudéjar towers in Aragon. The ascent offers an intimate relationship with the surrounding landscape.
Special stop:
Eggs and potatoes in Villarreal from Huerva
Local bakery and almonds in Villar de los Navarros
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