Karrantza Harana / Valle de Carranza

02Geography

Valle de Carranza is the largest municipality in Biscay, comprising 49 small neighborhoods, with Concha serving as the capital. The area is bordered by various municipalities from Biscay, Cantabria, and Burgos. The main river is the Carranza, which flows into the Asón, alongside several smaller rivers. Notable natural resources include the Ranero and Armañón areas, designated as a natural park, and the Ordunte mountains, recognized for their ecological significance.

Natural park

Ranero and Armañón

Community Interest Site

Ordunte mountains

Main river

Carranza

Other rivers

Seco, Callejo, Escaleras, Bernales, Cuadro, Presa

03History

The region is rich in megalithic monuments, including dolmens and tumuli. It was once part of Autrigonia, inhabited by the Celtic autrigones. Following various conquests, including by Muslims and later the Kingdom of Asturias, the area was repopulated, with historical references to Carranza appearing in the Chronicle of Alfonso III.

• Megalithic monuments
• Discovery of Ventalaperra cave engravings 1904
• Historical reference as Carrantia Chronicle of Alfonso III
• Celtic autrigones Inhabited the region before conflicts in the 5th century

Karrantza Harana, a municipality in Biscay, features rich culture, natural landscapes, and historical sites.

04Culture and Festivals

Karrantza Harana celebrates various festivals throughout the year, with Nuestra Señora del Suceso being the main patronal feast on September 18. Other notable events include the Festival of Pozalagua in July and Euskal Jaia, which showcases local traditions. The region also has a strong agricultural fair in October.

• Main festival Nuestra Señora del Suceso, September 18
• Festival of Pozalagua Mid-July
• Euskal Jaia Founded in August 2004
• San Isidro Labrador May 15 in La Concha
• Agricultural fair First weekend of October in Concha