Jaurrietaa small town nestled in the Salazar Valleystands out for its impressive natural beauty and its rich history traditions. For centuries, the local economy has been based on transhumant livestock and the loggingalthough the tourism has recently become the activity with the greatest projection towards the future, thanks to the improvement of infrastructure.
Surrounded by forests pines, beech And oaksthis destination attracts visitors looking for tranquility of its landscapes and authenticity of his rural life.
Historically known as “the potato town“due to the high quality of this harvest, Jaurrieta saw its production decline due to market competition, although the cattle breedingespecially sheep And bovinehas regained importance.
The first mention of Jaurrieta date of 11th centurywhen it was offered by the family Aznar At Leire Monasteryand since then, its history has been marked by significant events, such as the fire of 1880which destroyed a large part of the city.
Despite the great material losses, the community rebuilt itself with the help of its neighbors and personalities such as the tenor Julien Gayarre and the violinist Pablo Sarasatewho organized a benefit concert to raise funds.
Today, Jaurrieta continues to fervently celebrate its traditions, as festivities in honor of the White Virginwhich take place in August. During these festivities, residents and visitors participate in a pilgrimage and a Eucharist at the local hermitage, followed by a amarreteko cheese and wine offered by the The town hallin an atmosphere of celebration and community coexistence.
In addition, Jaurrieta It is located in a privileged location being at the Iraty Jungle. It therefore has many roads and routes TO DO.
The path Jaurrieta – Esparza de Salazar (Balcón de Beiegu, SL NA-61) offers a tour of 3.5km with a 150 meters difference. This route, which begins at Viola Txangaberrobetween Jaurrieta And Ezcarozallows you to enjoy a panoramic view of Salazar Valley and the Pyrenees. After taking a track, the path climbs to a cultivated fieldwhere you can contemplate the richness of the surrounding forests.
The path Repair (ourdindu, SL NA-66-A) It’s a short walk 2.7km with a 40 meters differenceideal for visiting the fields of Llano de Remendia. From the picnic areayou follow a track which borders meadows until you reach a wooded hillcontinuing towards the cradle of the Urdindu regatta. The route crosses a meadow and crosses rocks And boxwood before returning to Lojanz along the access track.
The path Portillo de Contín (SL NA-65-A)of 4.7km and a 240 meters differenceoffers a more demanding route through the foliage forests of the region. Start by going through trough of the Lojanz fountain and rises between beech until you reach the Portillo de ContinA elongated meadow where the climb ends. The descent first crosses a closed forest then a clearer landscape until returning along the main track.
After discovering Jaurrieta and its environment, a good option is to regain strength in the restaurant at Hostal Casa Sariospecialized in traditional cuisine.
He gastronomic menu of the restaurant offers an attractive combination of innovative dishes and flavors Traditional Navarreat the price of €22 Monday to Friday And €27 on weekends and public holidays.
Among the most remarkable dishes, the warm puff pastry with brie and apple on fried tomato It is presented as an option that balances textures and flavors. Another essential element is the velvety rice with cod and cuttlefishwhich captures the essence of the sea. Also, the venison stew reflects the richness of local cuisine.
In addition, it has a letter with snacks, hamburgers And rations. There is even the possibility of have breakfast at this location.
