The fifth edition of MINIATURE PINTXOS CONGRESS will make Vitoria-Gasteiz once again the capital of miniature cuisine. The congress of miniature cuisine, “pintxos” and tapas will be held in Vitoria-Gasteiz from 8 to 14 March and having Argentina as its guest country. This year, it extends its activities to seven days and extends throughout the […]
Mural Itinerary for Vitoria-Gasteiz, The Painted City. Is a tool for public community art. Muralism is part our our collective voice. It reflects a commitment to art and culture in comibination with a high potential for critical and democratic expression. We see muralismo as a screen onto which concerns feelings and ideas are projected; as […]
Many regions of Álava perform events and processions to recall the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ from Maundy Thursday to Resurrection Day. Among other celebrations, it is required to attend processions in Vitoria and Laguardia. Besides, on Resurrection Sunday in areas such as Salinas de Añana, Baños de Ebro and Lagrán, the «Burning of […]
Several areas in Álava give a warm welcome to carnivals. In fact, Vitoria carnivals kick off with «Jueves de Lardero». But , the climax is reached on the weekend thanks to the celebrated fancy dress contest and the overcrowded parade of «comparsas». The event comes to an end with the burial of the sardine in […]
Vitoria-Gasteiz’ old part, the first settlement in the city, still preserves its original almond-shaped medieval plan, which dates back to more than 8 centuries ago, when Sancho VI «The wise» founded the city. It is located on a hill dominated by the Cathedral of Santa María. This Gothic temple is undergoing great restoration works and […]
Both in the Old Town and in the centre there are “pintxo trails” where you can try the irresistible flavours of haute cuisine in miniature washed down with some of the best wines from Rioja Alavesa.
Since the itinerary is circular we could start anywhere, although we would rather do it in Zabalgana, a forest park, to the west of Vitoria-Gasteiz. Surrounded by agrarian parcels, an industrial estate and the growing neighbourhood of Zabalgana, the park serves as an example of the recovery of a natural setting threatened by impoverishment. Meadows, […]
A region so well known for its food just has to have the perfect accompaniment to wash down a meal. Cider is one of the locally-produced beverages par excellence: it is a seasonal produce made with the fruit of our apple trees using traditional methods.
The Three Wise Men will also visit Alava’s capital. They will arrive by train on January 5th early in the morning and will be taken to Villasuso Palace in order to welcome those who want to share their letters with the three kings.
Tradition dictates that on the Friday before Christmas Eve fire heralds the arrival of Christmas in Vitoria-Gasteiz. A night when the magical light of more than 15,000 candles serves to decorate our mediaeval quarter and its main squares: Plaza del Matxete, Los Arquillos, Balconada de San Miguel, Plaza de Burullería. The most important places in […]
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