Few things are as charming as strolling at sunset through a medieval village, among walls, stone alleys and squares steeped in centuries of history. Spain is full of them, and linking them together into a route is one of the loveliest trips you can make in a motorhome. It's like travelling back in time, stopping wherever you like and sleeping in the shadow of the walls. Here are some ideas.
Must-see medieval villages
- Albarracín (Teruel): one of the most beautiful in Spain, with its pinkish tones.
- Pedraza and Sepúlveda (Segovia): stone walled towns.
- Santillana del Mar (Cantabria), Besalú (Girona, with its bridge and Jewish quarter).
- Morella (Castellón), Frías (Burgos), Ainsa (Huesca), Calatañazor (Soria)...
- The Jewish quarters of Hervás, Ribadavia or Girona.
Why they work so well by camper
The motorhome lets you experience these villages at their best: at sunset and at dawn, when they empty of visitors and recover their magic. Park outside the walls (pedestrian old towns with impossibly narrow streets) and walk in. Many have a motorhome site on the outskirts (see beautiful villages).
How to put the route together
Link villages by area (Segovia, Teruel, the north...) and don't rush: it's better to enjoy a few at a leisurely pace. Combine them with their castles (see castle route), local food and natural surroundings.
Practical tips
- Sunset and dawn: the best times, with no crowds.
- Park outside the historic centres.
- Spring and autumn: better weather and fewer crowds.
- Use the sites in the villages.
In short
The medieval villages route links walled towns and stone alleys, perfect for enjoying at sunset with the camper as your base. The step to take today: pick an area rich in medieval villages (Segovia or Teruel are ideal), park outside the walls and experience the villages at sunset and dawn, when they recover their magic. Pair it with Spain's most beautiful villages.