Dicastillo

A medieval town with a rich culinary tradition.

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A village with centuries of history

Perched on a hill south of Montejurra, Dicastillo preserves a medieval town center, with terraced neighborhoods, narrow streets, and a cultural heritage that reflects the town’s historical significance within the County of Lerín.

Heritage Amid Hills and Trails

The Church of San Emeterio and San Celedonio, the Chapel of the Virgin of Nievas, the Palace of the Countess of Vega del Pozo, and the ruins of the Monastery of San Pedro de Gazaga trace a route where history and landscape go hand in hand.

A Culinary Tradition with Its Own Identity

Beyond the Asparagus Festival, Dicastillo invites you to discover projects centered on wine, beer, pacharán, and other local products that bring together cuisine, the region, and tradition.

Cuándo visitar

Dicastillo can be visited year-round. Spring is the perfect time to enjoy the Asparagus Festival and explore Montejurra, while fall is ideal for discovering the region’s flavors and scenery in mild temperatures.

Ideal para

Turismo cultural y patrimonial Turismo gastronómico y enoturismo Senderismo y cicloturismo Interesados en la fotografía

Más información

Dicastillo is a town in Tierra Estella located in the southern part of Montejurra, a few kilometers from Estella-Lizarra. Its historic center, perched on a hill, retains a distinctly medieval layout organized into several terraced neighborhoods, connected by narrow streets, slopes, and stairways.

Dicastillo’s heritage reflects the town’s historical importance within the County of Lerín. The parish church of San Emeterio and San Celedonio, with its outstanding Romanesque-style main altarpiece and Mannerist altarpieces from the Monastery of Irache, is one of its main landmarks. Complementing this ensemble are the Chapel of the Virgin of Nievas, located at the top of the town center; the Palace of the Countess of Vega del Pozo; and the ruins of the Monastery of San Pedro de Gazaga, which together form a heritage tour closely linked to the landscape.

The natural surroundings are a major attraction of the municipality. From Dicastillo, you can easily access the trails and paths of Montejurra, a highly prized area for hiking, mountain biking, and enjoying the scenery.

Gastronomy is another defining feature of Dicastillo. Beyond the well-known Asparagus Festival in May, the town invites visitors to discover initiatives that promote local products and the careful production of various beverages—such as wine, beer, pacharán, and other liqueurs—viewing them as an integral part of the landscape, tradition, and cuisine.