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The Campo de Cariñena region has long been recognized for its winemaking tradition. Its Protected Designation of Origin is the oldest in Aragón and among the most historic in Spain. Its significance is such that a grape variety—Cariñena—bears its name.
This charming region is dotted with towns rich in history, where wine, heritage, culture, and landscapes come together for a unique experience. Below, we suggest you discover some of them.
Muel, known for its pottery tradition dating back to the 11th century, is home to the DPZ Ceramics Workshop and the Hermitage of the Virgin of the Fountain, where the dome’s pendentives were painted by a young Francisco de Goya. In the wine sector, Bodegas Heredad Ansón offers guided tours.
In Tosos, visitors can admire impressive rock formations shaped by thousands of years of erosion and tour Hacienda Molleda to learn about winemaking.
The region has 25 wineries and 13,570 hectares of vineyards. Offering tours and tastings with various activities for visitors.
Cariñena, an important wine center, hosts numerous wineries. Among them, Grandes Vinos offers visits to the Aguarón Winery and the Cariñena Winery, with various modalities to choose from. You can also explore Bodegas Ignacio Marín, Bodegas Luis Marín and Care, where the wine production process is explained, from harvesting to bottling.
The tour can be complemented with a visit to the DOP Cariñena Wine Museum and the Railway Interpretation Center. A walk through Almonacid de la Sierra, a town with an Islamic influence, offers another enriching experience.
This is a land where wine and history come together to create a one-of-a-kind experience.
Visitors can also explore Vinos y Bodegas Pablos, Bodem, and Libre y Salvaje. Further recommendations include Francisco de Goya’s birthplace in Fuendetodos, the Marín Bosqued Painting Museum in Aguarón, the Asalto Festival Murals in Alfamén, and the Dinosaur Interpretation Center in Villanueva de Huerva.
