Discover Berge: Churches, Hiking Trails and Festivals

Those exploring Berge encounter distinctive hiking trails, religious buildings, a historic fortress and vibrant traditions.

Hiking and Trails

The circular hike Berge – Val de Nuez – Barranco del Redondo – Mas de Ruiz – Barranco Valdelcastillo – Camino de Seno – Virgen de la Peña – Berge is 18.2 kilometres long and has a moderate difficulty level. The linear Berge–Seno hiking route measures 15.9 kilometres and passes through the Sierra de los Caballos. The different route lengths and stated difficulty level help you make an objective comparison of the hiking options.

The PR-TE 59 “Sendero Berge – Torre Piquer – Alcorisa” is catalogued and inventoried by the Government of Aragón as a tourism resource. Morrón de Viñas reaches 1,038 metres and is the highest point in the Bajo Aragón comarca. For cycling tours, the Ruta BTT del Guadalopillo runs from Molinos to the mouth of the Guadalope near Calanda through Molinos, Berge, Alcorisa, Foz Calanda and Calanda; along the way, it follows the course of the river in parallel.

Landscape and Orientation

The “Los Oasis” motorcycle tour runs from Alcañiz to Berge and ends at the Embalse de Gallipuén in Berge. The reservoir regulates the flow of the Guadalopillo and lies within the municipal areas of Alcorisa and Berge. The routes mentioned range from a moderate circular hike and a linear route to a mountain-bike route and a motorcycle tour.

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When comparing holiday apartments in Berge, you can compare travel dates, room categories and cancellation policies on the respective property pages. These details can be considered alongside the hiking routes, buildings and festival dates mentioned when planning your trip.

Culture and Buildings

The Iglesia Parroquial de San Pedro Mártir in Berge is a Baroque building with three naves, constructed in 1731. In 2002, it was classified as a catalogued cultural asset of the Aragonese heritage. Its bell tower consists of four sections: the first is square and made of stone, while those above it are made of brick; the tower was built in the 1730s.

In Aragón, Torre Piquer is one of the castles considered cultural assets of special cultural interest. It has a square floor plan, considerable height and a well-preserved portal with a semicircular arch made of voussoirs. The Ermita de la Virgen de la Peña is a simple vernacular-style building with a rectangular floor plan, a chamfered chancel end and a single nave.

The Capilla-Portal de la Virgen del Pilar stands within Berge opposite the town hall. From there, the path up to the Santuario de la Virgen de la Peña begins. At the start of the path from Berge to the Ermita is the ensemble comprising the Fuente, Abrevadero and Lavadero; it was probably built in 1817 and renovated in 1920. The necropolis near the Virgen de la Peña is connected with the Visigothic origins of Berge.

Festivals and Traditions

Berge celebrates San Antón on 17 January with large bonfires and communal dinners for residents and visitors. The festival in honour of the Virgen de la Peña takes place around 14 July and includes religious celebrations, musical performances, competitions and a communal meal. The Fiesta Mayor on 14 July also includes the pilgrimage to the Santuario de la Virgen de la Peña.

Holy Week in Berge includes a brotherhood with drums and large drums, as well as the traditional “Rompida de la Hora”; the associated celebrations were resumed around 1991.

For the higher-level travel overview: Teruel.

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