Sos del Rey Catolico, Aragon
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Description
Sos del Rey Católico is a village with a well-preserved medieval center in the northwest of the province of Zaragoza, Aragon - close to the border with Navarra. Highlights include the walls, churches, the Plaza de la Villa, and the Palacio de los Sada where Fernando el Católico was born in 1452 (Ferdinand II of Aragon).
Access & Transport
The village is 90km west of Jaca and 60km southeast of Pamplona.
Instructions & Recommendations
Make sure not to wear shoes with heels
Environmental & Social
The only carbon footprint is that of your car if you drive there. Any amount spent there helps the local rural economy.
Conclusion
A village worth a detour for history buffs. The medieval streets and walls are well-preserved and make for a short but very enjoyable visit. The main drawback is the remote location.
Key positive
Interesting historical background
Charming stone houses and narrow streets
Key negative
Not close to any major tourist "hotspot" (closest are Jaca and Pamplona)
Suitability
Accessible for visitors with reduced mobility but wheelchair users may need assistance to navigate the streets
About this Rating
TYPE
Desktop
RESEARCHED IN
August 2024
PROVIDER
Koreval
av. transport time:1h 15m
est. visit time:2h
Sunrise / early morningOk
MorningOk
Lunch timeOk
AfternoonOk
Sunset / eveningOk
Night – bef. midnightNo
Night – aft. midnightNo