City Walls from the 16th to 18th Centuries

A journey through the Pyrenees in Spain ~ Navarre Autonomous Community The walls stretch for approximately 5 kilometers and were constructed to defend the strategic fortress of Pamplona, located between the Spanish and French borders. Notable features include bastions, moats, and gates, with the Francia Gate, equipped with a pulley system, still in use today. Walking along the walls offers panoramic views of the Arga River and the city of Pamplona. The walls of Pamplona date back to Roman times but were significantly expanded and reinforced during the Middle Ages and the Renaissance.