El Rasillo de Cameros: Spain’s Secret with Stones
A small village with no more than 150 inhabitants registered called El Rasillo de Cameros, Spain sits in the province of La Rioja. It is yet to be discovered by many tourist, but El Rasillo offers a relaxing ambiance, away from the city hustle. You can experience the authentic rural life – complete with breathtaking views of reservoir, farmlands, forests, and mountains and at the same time, picturesque landscape views of the stone-built houses and other infrastructures that are surely historically rich.
Best Time to Visit
El Rasillo de Cameros, Spain is a city where the sun shines brightly and the rain falls, sometimes a little heavy, throughout the entire year. The best time of the year to visit is during July-September wherein it is not raining a lot and the temperature is at its best. You will also get the chances to partake in Luces Cameros Accion Festival if you go during August.
What to Do & Area Attractions
Popular tourist attractions in El Rasillo include the reservoir that runs through it – Embalse Gonzalez-LaCasa. Water sports activities including swimming and canoeing can be done at Nautical Club El Rasillo. As the village is mountainous, do not forget to take a trek to Ortigosa’s Caves. Lastly, take a visit at the stone-walled churches too such as Ermita de la Virgen de Tomalos and Ermita de San Pedro. For a good night’s rest in the city, book your holiday homes at the comfy Apartamentos Turisticos Ezcaray, the 5-star AC Hotel La Rioja by Marriott and the Hotel Palacio Alzarate.