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Castle of Xavier – Yesa Reservoir loop from Asso-Veral

Castle of Xavier – Yesa Reservoir loop from Asso-Veral

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Castle of Xavier – Yesa Reservoir loop from Asso-Veral

03:28

66.7km

890m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 20, 2026

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Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 36.4 km for 133 m

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16.0 km

Ruesta Castle

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We come across a beautiful picture offered by the medieval castle of Ruesta on top of a stony hill, from where there are good views of the Yesa reservoir. It dates from the 11th century and was an important defensive enclave of the kingdom of Aragon during the Reconquest period. Currently, only two towers remain.

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16.0 km

Ruesta Castle

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24.9 km

Puerto de Cuatro Caminos

Mountain Pass

25.9 km

Panoramic View on the Descent

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27.8 km

View of the Plain

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32.5 km

Detour to Javier Castle

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At this point of the route, the Aragonese Way presents two alternatives: continue directly to Sangüesa, or take a detour that involves three more kilometers to visit Javier's castle. The reward is worth it: an impressive 10th century fortress rebuilt in the 19th century.

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36.4 km

Castle of Xavier

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This is the home of St. Francis Xavier, one of the earliest companions of St. Ignatius of Loyola. The two had met as students in a home at the Sorbonne in Paris.
The guided tour with an audio guide gives a really good impression of the life of his family and his work as a Jesuit in India, Japan and China.
Next to the castle there is a large educational and retreat center of the Jesuits.

Centro d'espitiualtad:
santuariojaviersj.org

Camino Ignaciano:
caminoignaciano.org/de

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36.9 km

Javier Castle

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One of the most important castles in the Community of Navarra, located in the town of Javier whose name is related to the birthplace of San Francisco Javier, universal patron of missions and youth.
The renowned castle is today a museum that can be visited. Its construction dates back to the 11th century and was designed to protect the kingdom of Navarra from the kingdom of Aragon, delimiting the boundary between them.
For more information you can visit the official website:
castillodejavier.es

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