Vidaurre

Nestled between the Sierra de Andía and the Salado River, Vidaurre lies at an elevation of 620 meters in one of the most diverse landscapes of the Guesálaz Valley. Vineyards, olive groves, grain fields, and beech forests create an ever-changing environment that greets visitors upon their arrival and transforms the landscape with each season.

The town center is organized around the parish church of Santa Catalina, the village’s main visual and social landmark. Its stone portico, market hall, and balustrade stand out among a cluster of houses where 16th-century buildings abound, featuring arcades, coats of arms, and remnants of ancient noble residences that recall Vidaurre’s historical significance within the valley.

The surrounding area also preserves traces of different eras. Remains of a Roman bridge and the ancient road that connected to Salinas de Oro attest to the historical importance of these routes, while the vestiges of the former Vidaurre palace complete a narrative of heritage linked to the passage of time and the organization of the territory.

Nature extends the experience beyond the town center. Mount Zoyola, the nearby town of Andía, and the Salado River offer an ideal setting for walks and leisurely observation of the landscape. Added to this is the chapel of San Juan and San Pablo, the site of one of the most deeply rooted pilgrimages on the local calendar, celebrated every May 1st.