Romanesque architecture, wine tradition and paths in the Ea Valley give Treviana several distinct points of interest. Explore the town’s churches and chapels, take in views of the slopes and river landscape, or include historic wine cellars in your exploration of the town’s history.

Churches, chapels and art

The Iglesia de Santa María La Mayor houses an organ dating from 1836 and a Hispano-Flemish panel from the late 15th century. It depicts Christ as the Man of Sorrows. The two works of art represent different periods: more than three centuries separate the panel from the organ.

The Capilla de la Concepción o de San Pedro is in the San Pedro area, on a slope beside the Ea River and within the cemetery grounds. Four harpies are depicted on the outside of the apse windows. Visitors can view the inside and outside of the Romanesque church, see the thickness of its walls at a passageway, and view the surviving relieving arch with its scaffolding structure. The site is still being developed.

The Ermita de Nuestra Señora de la Junquera is three kilometres from Treviana, beside the Ea River and the road towards Haro. Its chancel belongs to the original 13th-century church; the rest of the Latin-cross floor plan dates from the 17th century. A Gothic tower is attached to the north wall of the chancel. These different building phases give the church a different historical focus from the Romanesque details of the Capilla de la Concepción.

Romanesque architecture at the Centro del Románico

Treviana and its Centro del Románico are the starting point for the Ruta del Románico en Rioja Alta. The centre offers several ways to explore the subject: an audiovisual programme is shown in a screening room, while the exhibition room displays information panels and stonework. There is also space for educational workshops. The documentation room houses an extensive library on the Middle Ages in general and Romanesque art in particular.

The Centro del Románico is listed as open on Sundays and public holidays from 12 noon to 2 pm; visitors are asked to book in advance by phone or electronically for other times. Check opening hours before your visit.

Slopes, river landscape and paths

The valley of the Ea or Aguanal River defines Treviana. The town lies on a south-facing slope, sheltered from the north wind. The landscape includes watersheds and remnants of glacis surfaces covered in sandstone, shaped by hills and rises. Alongside its buildings, the terrain offers another way to explore Treviana.

Country tracks and local roads can be used for walking and cycling; higher hills and slopes offer viewpoints over the landscape. La Solana is a path on a western slope, with views of the valleys and several benches. Purple and yellow irises bloom there in spring. Path conditions may change; check them before setting out.

The Camino del románico is an old path restored several years ago. It leads to the Ermita de la Virgen de Junquera and follows the valley of the Río Aguanal. Wildlife is also part of the surrounding landscape: roe deer, partridges, goshawks, badgers, foxes and wild boar, among other animals, are seen in and around Treviana.

Wine cellars and events

The wine cellars in the upper part of Treviana were established in the 18th century; some are carved into the rock. A donation recorded in 873 is considered the oldest surviving document attesting to the existence of winegrowing in La Rioja. The local cellar architecture can thus be linked to a regional wine tradition that dates back much further.

On the first weekend of August, an event combines a musical procession through several wine cellars built into the town’s slopes with wine and pintxos tastings at each stop. Dates and programmes may change; check the information for your travel year.

Since 2010, Treviana has also held events that, depending on the year, include medieval markets with historic stalls, concerts, talks by researchers and historical reenactments. The programme varies from year to year. When planning your stay, it is therefore worth comparing the event dates with your other interests.

Plan your journey

A bus route connects Haro and Treviana from Monday to Friday. If you plan to use this service, check the timetable and current service status before travelling. This will help you coordinate your arrival with the opening hours of the Centro del Románico or the dates of an event.

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