Ariza, Aragon
Provincia de Zaragoza · Aragon · Spain · 1,302 residents
Monteagudo de las Vicarías
Castle of Monreal de Ariza
Castle in Torrehermosa
Castillo de Cihuela
Castle of La RayaAriza is a village in Provincia de Zaragoza, Aragon, Spain, home to around 1,302 people. There are 11 notable places to see in and around town, including Monteagudo de las Vicarías and Castle of Monreal de Ariza. The nearest airport is Zaragoza (ZAZ), about 1 h 22 min by road, with direct flights from the UK.
Why go
- Sights worth the trip: Monteagudo de las Vicarías, Castle of Monreal de Ariza and Castle in Torrehermosa.
- Best weather from April to May and September: daytime highs between 21°C and 24°C with little rain.
- Easy to reach: Zaragoza (ZAZ) is 58 miles away with direct flights from the UK.
Top sights in Ariza
Ranked by how well known they are.
1beautiful village- 2castle
- 3castle
- 4castle
Castillo de Cihuela
7 miles from the centre · Photo
- 5castle
Castle of La Raya
6 miles from the centre · Photo
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6castleCastillo de Altamira
7 miles from the centre · Photo
7castleCastillo de Ariza
In the centre · Photo
8archaeological site
9archaeological site
10palace
Castle of Bordalba
castle · 7 miles from the centre
Tours & tickets in Ariza
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Hotels, guesthouses and apartments in Ariza are priced in GBP below, most with free cancellation.
Hire a car
The easiest way to reach Ariza and the villages around it is a hire car from Zaragoza (ZAZ), about 1 h 22 min away.
Best time to visit Ariza
April to May and September: daytime highs between 21°C and 24°C with little rain.
- 10°CJan39 mm
- 12°CFeb31 mm
- 16°CMar46 mm
- 21°CApr14 mm
- 23°CMay39 mm
- 27°CJun93 mm
- 33°CJul12 mm
- 33°CAug20 mm
- 24°CSept41 mm
- 21°COct86 mm
- 15°CNov21 mm
- 11°CDec28 mm
Highlighted months are the sweet spot for warm, dry weather.
Full monthly table
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 10°C | 1°C | 39 mm | 6 h |
| Feb | 12°C | 1°C | 31 mm | 8 h |
| Mar | 16°C | 4°C | 46 mm | 9 h |
| Apr | 21°C | 6°C | 14 mm | 11 h |
| May | 23°C | 8°C | 39 mm | 13 h |
| Jun | 27°C | 14°C | 93 mm | 12 h |
| Jul | 33°C | 17°C | 12 mm | 14 h |
| Aug | 33°C | 17°C | 20 mm | 13 h |
| Sept | 24°C | 12°C | 41 mm | 11 h |
| Oct | 21°C | 10°C | 86 mm | 8 h |
| Nov | 15°C | 6°C | 21 mm | 7 h |
| Dec | 11°C | 1°C | 28 mm | 7 h |
Averages 2015–2024. Highlighted months are the sweet spot for warm, dry weather.
Getting there from the UK
By air
- Zaragoza (ZAZ)58 miles, about 1 h 22 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
- Madrid (MAD)98 miles, about 2 h 18 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
- Bilbao (BIO)144 miles, about 3 h 25 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
By car and ferry
Driving from Calais takes roughly 16 h 4 min without stops.
Ariza is good for
Around Ariza
Towns and villages within an hour or so.
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Questions people ask
Is Ariza worth visiting?
Yes. Ariza is known for Monteagudo de las Vicarías, Castle of Monreal de Ariza and Castle in Torrehermosa. It works well as a base or as a day trip from the towns nearby.
When is the best time to visit Ariza?
April to May and September, with daytime highs between 21°C and 24°C with little rain.
How do I get to Ariza from the UK?
Fly to Zaragoza (ZAZ), which has direct flights from UK airports, then it is about 1 h 22 min by road. Madrid (MAD) is an alternative, 98 miles away. Driving from Calais takes roughly 16 h 4 min.
What is near Ariza?
Cetina (5 miles), Sigüenza (35 miles), Calatayud (21 miles) and Daroca (36 miles) are all within an hour or so.