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    Calatayud and Anento: Deep Into Zaragoza Province

    Calatayud and Anento: Deep Into Zaragoza Province
    Starts from

    Zaragoza

    Transportation

    By Car

    Guidance

    Self-Guided

    Activities

    14

    Duration

    10 hrs 36 min

    Length

    75 mi

    Guide details

    Starts from

    Zaragoza

    Transportation

    By Car

    Guidance

    Self-Guided

    Duration

    10 hrs 36 min

    Length

    75 mi

    • History and Culture
    • Unusual Locations
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    Julia Del Olmo

    Julia Del Olmo

    Travel Expert

    • Enjoy Goya's paints in Calatayud.
    • Taste the chocolate at Manuel Segura Patisserie in Daroca.
    • Get surprised by San Blas church in Anento.
    You are going to travel to some hidden gems in Zaragoza Province. Those small places go unnoticed. You will be surprised by the medieval history of Calatayud and enjoy the beautiful valley of Aguallueve where you will visit Anento village. You will also have the chance to visit a Chocolate Museum in Daroca, and taste this delicacy.

    Categories

    • History and Culture
    • Unusual Locations
    You are going to travel to some hidden gems in Zaragoza Province. Those small places go unnoticed. You will be surprised by the medieval history of Calatayud and enjoy the beautiful valley of Aguallueve where you will visit Anento village. You will also have the chance to visit a Chocolate Museum in Daroca, and taste this delicacy.
    Julia Del Olmo

    Julia Del Olmo

    Travel Expert

    • Enjoy Goya's paints in Calatayud.
    • Taste the chocolate at Manuel Segura Patisserie in Daroca.
    • Get surprised by San Blas church in Anento.

    Day Itinerary

    14 Activities
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    Day 1

    75 mi0.5 mi

    One Day Tour to Calatayud and Anento

    This two beautiful village are two treasures in Zaragoza Province. Calatayud has an incredible cultural baggage, the town is full of castles and stunning churches, and a very interesting museum where you could learn about the history of the town, neighbors from the Middle Age, when Calatayud was an Arab town. Anento is in Aguallueve Valley, a beautiful natural spot that will surprise you.
    09:001 min

    Toro de Osborne

    When you are driving through this road, pay attention this old advertising billboard. It represents a bull and was part of the advertising of a famous alcoholic beverage. In our days, it is part of the landscape and a famous symbol in the Spanish roads.
    7.3 mi
    10 min
    09:1530 min

    Foro del Municipium Augusta Bilbilis

    You are going to visit the Roman ruins, the origin of the Calatayud town. They are open to visit by yourself. Some areas are in rehabilitation and others are still under archeologist works.
    Once in Calatayud, you will visit the museum, where there keep some pieces the archeologist found here.
    3.3 mi
    10 min
    10:0030 min

    Mirador de Torremocha

    Welcome to Calatayud! You are going to start your visit in Puerta de Soria neighbor, the older one, which is originated from the Arabs times. It begins at Ayub Castle and continues till the modern area of Calatayud. The wall is from the 11th century and one of the entrance is this gate that gives name to the neighbor.
    In Torremocha street you will find some viewpoints where you can admire the entire town, you will see the Ayub Castle, from Middle Age, the old neighbor and the new ones. From here you will also appreciate the surroundings fields.
    6.1 mi
    15 min
    10:4530 min

    Colegiata del Santo Sepulcro

    Gorgeous basilica full of artistic pieces. The outside is sober, but the inside is will surprise you with the richness. It is famous because it has Jesus Christ in the Holy Sepulcher and not in the cross.
    Open Hours: Monday – Saturday: 9:30–13:00, 18:00–20:00 Sunday: 8:45–13:45, 18:00–19:30
    You can check more information on the official website
    1.1 mi
    10 min
    11:3015 min

    Church of San Pedro de los Francos

    Park your car around this area, from here you are going to walk till you come back to take it and leave Calatayud. Once you are on foot, you are going to see the Church of San Pedro. This Church have a Gothic and Mudejar style, and it is from the 14th century. Stands out its square leaning tower. More important is that it was here where Fernando El Católico was crowded.
    It is only open for special events.
    0.2 mi
    5 min
    12:0015 min

    San Juan el Real, Calatayud

    Built during the 17th and 18th centuries in Baroque style, it is famous because here you can see the oil paintings on the pendentives by Francisco de Goya, some of their early paints.
    Open Hours: Sunday: 9:00–13:30, 18:00–20:00 Monday – Saturday: 11:00–13:00, 18:00–20:00
    0.3 mi
    5 min
    12:3030 min

    Museo de Calatayud

    You are going to visit the museum where you will see all the pieces from the Bilbilis archeology site. It is a beautiful exposition and very interesting for those who want to learn more about the history of Calatayud.
    Open Hours: Tuesday – Saturday: 10:00–13:00, 16:30–19:30 Sunday: 10:00–13:00 Monday: Closed
    0.1 mi
    5 min
    14:0015 min

    Fountain of the Eight Pipes

    This beautiful fountain is from the 16th century and has eight bronze head panthers working as pipes. It is located beside the Terrer Gate so all the area is a beautiful and photogenic square.
    0.1 mi
    5 min
    14:301 hr 30 min

    Restaurante Puerta de Terrer

    It is time to enjoy a wonderful lunch at this restaurant in the center of Calatayud. It has an exquisite cuisine with traditional dishes and elaborated presentation. You should try the homemade cheesecake!
    They also have options for celiac.
    Open Hours: Tuesday – Thursday: 13:00–16:00 Friday and Saturday: 13:00–16:00, 20:30–23:30 Sunday: 13:00–16:00 Monday: Closed
    You can check for more information on the official website
    23.6 mi
    40 min
    16:4530 min

    Pastelerias Manuel Segura SL

    The sweet tooth will be astonished with this patisserie full of delicatessen. It is one of the oldest in Spain: six generations of pastry chefs! When it opens in 1874, Manuel Segura, the owner and chef, used to sell their homemade chocolate and candies with his donkey, going to the closer village.
    They are really famous for their nougat and their chocolate, don't miss it!
    Open Hours: Monday – Friday: 8:15–14:00, 16:00–20:00 Saturday and Sunday: Closed
    It has a museum that you can visit with a guided tour if you call in advance. You can check more information on the official website
    9.7 mi
    20 min
    17:4530 min

    Iglesia San Blas

    Treasures are those because they are hidden, and this small church is the perfect example. Inside the church, you will see an altarpiece from Middle Age that will marvel you, paints on the walls, and the architecture, everything! It is very well-preserved and there is nothing we can tell you that can describe it, you must see it by yourself.
    0.2 mi
    5 min
    18:3030 min

    Castillo Medieval

    Welcome to Anento and its medieval castle from the 14th century. From here you will have a nice view over the village. There is not much left of the castle, but still preserve a stone dug pit, two twin towers and one of the entrance gate. The area is very nice and evocative, you will feel as in medieval times for a bit.
    1.5 mi
    10 min
    19:1530 min

    Aguallueve

    This spring, just outside the village, is the perfect place to relax and enjoy a bit of nature at the end of the day. You can walk around, there are some easy trails where you can explore a little the surrounding area.
    22.6 mi
    30 min
    20:301 hr 30 min

    La Bodega C&R

    It doesn't look fancy, but the food will surprise you greatly at this wonderful place for a dinner before finish your trip. They have a terrace where you can have a relaxing dinner if the weather is good.
    Open Hours: Monday – Saturday: 8:00 – 24:00 Sunday: 9:00 – 24:00
    You can check for more information on the official website
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