Aínsa Old Town
Aínsa, Spain
A medieval hilltop village centred on a vast arcaded square, with a castle and a Romanesque church. Park outside the walls and walk up; the terrace views reach towards the Pyrenees.
Aínsa is regarded as the legendary capital of the old county of Sobrarbe. The medieval old town is protected as a historic-artistic ensemble. At its centre is the arcaded Plaza Mayor, where the victory of King García Ximénez is celebrated during the Fiesta de la Morisma, held every two years on the first Sunday of September. The church of Santa María is considered one of the finest examples of Romanesque architecture in Upper Aragon, and its cloister combines Romanesque and Gothic elements. In the castle ruins, the keep houses the Ecomuseo de la Fauna Pirenaica.
Allow about two hours for a walk around. In summer an international music festival is held in the castle, when the town is livelier. Walk the lanes in the morning or evening, when it is quieter.
- Nearest town
- Aínsa, Spain
- Category
- History & culture
- GPS
- 42.4170, 0.1397
Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually May–June and September. Still fine, with some compromises, in April, July–August and October. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
Getting there
- Spain: Tolls on some roads, bridges or tunnels. Many former toll motorways are now free; some AP roads still charge. Motorway limit for cars: 120 km/h.
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Campsites nearby
- Camping AínsaCampsite1 km from Aínsa Old TownTentsCaravansElectricityShowersToiletsWaste disposalDogs allowedWi-Fi
- Camping la GorgaCampsite7 km from Aínsa Old TownTentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposalDogs allowedWi-Fi
- Ecocamping Rural Valle de La FuevaCampsite12 km from Aínsa Old TownTentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposalDogs allowedWi-Fi
- El Jabali BlancoCampsite23 km from Aínsa Old TownTentsElectricityShowersToiletsDogs allowedWi-Fi
- Camping MascúnCampsite23 km from Aínsa Old TownTentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposal
- Camping Ribera del AraCampsite24 km from Aínsa Old TownTentsCaravansElectricityShowersToilets
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FAQs
Where is Aínsa Old Town?
Aínsa Old Town is in Aínsa, Spain, at GPS 42.4170, 0.1397. It is about 31 km from Torla.
Can you camp near Aínsa Old Town?
Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Camping Aínsa, about 1 km away; within 25 km there are 21 campsites and motorhome stopovers.
What is there to see near Aínsa Old Town?
Places worth a stop nearby: Cascada de Sorrosal (30 km), Ordesa valley (31 km), Cirque de Gavarnie (37 km) and Pont d’Espagne (53 km).
When is the best time to visit Aínsa Old Town?
The most pleasant months are usually May–June and September. Still fine, with some compromises, in April, July–August and October. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)