Las Eretas, Berbinzana, Spain

Between 1993 and 1996, several archaeological excavation campaigns at the site of Las Eretas partially unearthed the urban fabric of a fortified village from the Early Iron Age, the most significant structural remains of which included the wall and towers that defended it, and several dwellings built around a street and public square which facilitated pedestrian traffic inside the fortress.

The protohistoric village with its houses dates from the 6th to the 4th centuries BC and are typical of the Urnfield culture. Today there is a museum where thematic areas have brief text with illustrations – maps, photographs and drawings –, and a display cases showing original archaeological pieces, both from the Las Eretas site and other Navarrese Iron Age villages which have been investigated.

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Las Eretas Museum

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Patricia Catania (14 months ago)
Berbinzana. Beautiful town with very few inhabitants. Beautiful bridge. Incredible houses with patios facing the street. Amazing!

Ana Eguaras Ciaurriz (15 months ago)
A highly recommended visit to get an idea of what it was like and how people lived in an Iron Age town. Small museum with pieces from the excavation, as well as others from different sites in Navarra, and with very 'plastic' and easy-to-follow explanations. Guided tour of the site led by Chari, who combines knowledge and love for what he shows us. In addition to the excavation itself, the recreation of one of the houses allows us to visualize the way of life of said town. A delight to visit!

Rafa Gonzalez (2 years ago)
The truth is that it was a pleasant surprise that I did not expect! The visit was very good and the person who did not guide the guide was super nice and very good.

Irene Rodriguez (2 years ago)
A place that must be visited to know the history of the people that preceded us. Very well valued, the guides and staff who show the site are excellent professionals. I would visit it again because it has been like a trip to the past. Even kids will love it. In addition, the town, the environment and its people fall in love.

Eunate Beramendi (2 years ago)
A very interesting place. The woman who explains it does it well and is very nice. The reconstruction of the house is beautiful. The museum and the explanatory panels are very good. Admission is free. They allowed me to enter with the dog because it bothered those who were there. All a detail

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