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Church of San Miguel with trees in the town hall square. José M. Ciordia, CC BY-SA 4.0

Oteiza

Navarre

972Population
48 km²Area
512 mElevation
31250Postal code

Oteiza, also known as Oteiza de la Solana, is a municipality in Navarre, Spain, situated in the Estella Oriental region. Characterized by its rich history and unique cultural heritage, it features notable religious monuments and local legends.

02Geography

Oteiza is located on a hill at an elevation of 512 meters, approximately 51 km southwest of Pamplona and 10 km southeast of Estella. The area is predominantly flat, with several hills in the vicinity, including Santa Bárbara, San Bartolomé, and San Marcos.

03History

Oteiza has a rich historical background, with archaeological sites indicating Roman presence and various historical events shaping its development. The village has seen changes in governance and population over the centuries, reflecting its evolving status within the region.

Oteiza, a Navarre municipality, is known for its history, religious sites, and local legends, including the tale of the whale.

04Culture and Festivals

The municipality celebrates its patron saint, San Miguel, with a festival in mid-August. Additionally, a traditional pilgrimage to the Hermitage of San Tirso occurs on May 1, reflecting the community's religious and cultural traditions.

Two-story building with trees in front and a sports field.
View of San Salvador Public School in Oteiza, Navarra, with trees and a sports field in the foreground.
Group of players and staff of Club Deportivo Idoya on a football field.
Club Deportivo Idoya team photo from the 2010/2011 season with players and staff on the field.
Oteiza · Data
Province
Navarre
Autonomous community
Navarre
Population
972
Area
48 km²
Elevation
512 m
Postal code
31250
Coordinates
42.6186, -1.9533

Photos

Funerary steles on grass near a school building in Oteiza.
Funerary steles next to the school in Oteiza de la Solana, Navarra.
Stone bell tower with clock and bell in Oteiza.
Bell tower of San Miguel Church in Oteiza with clock and bell under a blue sky.
Tables and chairs inside Cafetería Iturtxipia with large windows.
Interior of Cafetería Iturtxipia in Oteiza, Navarra, with tables and chairs near large windows.
Small pond with vegetation and hills in the background.
Balsa de Idoia in Oteiza de la Solana, Navarra, surrounded by vegetation and hills.
Building with coat of arms and arches at the entrance, Oteiza de la Solana town hall.
Oteiza de la Solana town hall in Navarra, with its coat of arms on the facade and arches at the entrance.

Map

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