Fontellas on the Canal Imperial de Aragón

Culture and history

On the Ebro, Fontellas showcases a combination of canal history, architectural heritage and river landscapes. A notable starting point is El Bocal Real in the municipality: the Palacio de Carlos V. is located there, as is the former Casa de Compuertas of the Acequia Imperial. The building dates from the 16th century and originally served as the residence of the canal governor. Its Aragonese architecture includes two square towers, complemented by decorative Mudéjar motifs.

The Palacio is surrounded by a cypress labyrinth covering more than 1,700 m² and by ponds with 19th-century statues. The Capilla San Carlos Borromeo was added to the complex in the 19th century and designed in the Neoclassical style. The construction period, stylistic features and the design of the surroundings provide different points of reference for planning your own trip.

The Casa de las Compuertas is also located on the Canal Imperial de Aragón, in El Bocal Real within the municipality of Fontellas. It dates from around 1770 and was originally built as the residence of the canal governor.

The Canal Imperial de Aragón begins at the Ebro in Fontellas; El Bocal Real is its origin. Connected with this origin is an irrigation project on the Ebro planned by Charles V in 1528. The Canal Imperial de Aragón is a major hydraulic engineering work that made it possible to irrigate large agricultural areas.

Water and landscape

Fontellas's river landscape is shaped by the Ebro and two major hydraulic infrastructures. In Fontellas, visitors can take walks among riparian forests. Those who wish to consider culture and nature separately will find distinct points of reference for each focus.

Trails and activities

The Corredor Verde del Ebro is a cycling and hiking trail in the Ribera de Navarra. Its directional and informational features relating to the animal and plant life are adapted for hikers and cyclists. Trail type, nature topics and the eventual route length can be weighted separately when planning your day.

The EL BOCAL BTT route is 17.49 kilometres long, classified as very easy and takes about 1 hour and 50 minutes. Its length, classification and time estimate provide concrete points of comparison for planning an active day.

Festivals and local cuisine

In autumn, the Fiestas de Otoño in Fontellas begin with Los Auroros de Fontellas singing through the streets of the town. The festivities also include a gathering featuring cooking cauldrons. The patron saint festivities of Fontellas begin on the first Thursday in September and last until Sunday. Their programme includes popular communal meals. The two festive traditions therefore have different timings during the year.

When comparing a holiday apartment in Fontellas, you can compare travel dates, room category and cancellation policies on the respective offer pages. This keeps the accommodation comparison aligned with your personal requirements, while cultural sites, the river landscape, festival dates and trails remain separate areas of focus.

You can find more pages about localities under Villava, Enériz, Etxauri, Barillas, Fitero, Ostiz, Murchante and Zudaire.

For the higher-level travel overview: Navarra.