Briones, La Rioja
Provincia de La Rioja · La Rioja · Spain · 848 residents
Briones
Bodega-Museo Vivanco de la Cultura del Vino
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Palacio del Marqués de San Nicolás (Briones)Briones is a village in Provincia de La Rioja, La Rioja, Spain, home to around 848 people. There are 4 notable places to see in and around town, including Briones and Bodega-Museo Vivanco de la Cultura del Vino. The nearest airport is Bilbao (BIO), about 1 h 15 min by road, with direct flights from the UK.
Why go
- Sights worth the trip: Briones, Bodega-Museo Vivanco de la Cultura del Vino and Briones Castle.
- Best weather from June and September: daytime highs between 24°C and 25°C with little rain.
- Easy to reach: Bilbao (BIO) is 53 miles away with direct flights from the UK.
- Tours, tickets and activities can be booked in advance.
Top sights in Briones
Ranked by how well known they are.
Tours & tickets in Briones
Guided tours, day trips and tickets in and around Briones can be booked in advance, priced in GBP.
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Hotels, guesthouses and apartments in Briones are priced in GBP below, most with free cancellation.
Hire a car
The easiest way to reach Briones and the villages around it is a hire car from Bilbao (BIO), about 1 h 15 min away.
Best time to visit Briones
June and September: daytime highs between 24°C and 25°C with little rain.
- 10°CJan66 mm
- 12°CFeb61 mm
- 16°CMar54 mm
- 19°CApr32 mm
- 20°CMay71 mm
- 25°CJun51 mm
- 30°CJul7 mm
- 31°CAug33 mm
- 24°CSept45 mm
- 21°COct107 mm
- 15°CNov68 mm
- 10°CDec38 mm
Highlighted months are the sweet spot for warm, dry weather.
Full monthly table
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 10°C | 2°C | 66 mm | 6 h |
| Feb | 12°C | 2°C | 61 mm | 7 h |
| Mar | 16°C | 5°C | 54 mm | 9 h |
| Apr | 19°C | 6°C | 32 mm | 10 h |
| May | 20°C | 9°C | 71 mm | 11 h |
| Jun | 25°C | 14°C | 51 mm | 11 h |
| Jul | 30°C | 15°C | 7 mm | 13 h |
| Aug | 31°C | 16°C | 33 mm | 12 h |
| Sept | 24°C | 13°C | 45 mm | 10 h |
| Oct | 21°C | 11°C | 107 mm | 7 h |
| Nov | 15°C | 7°C | 68 mm | 7 h |
| Dec | 10°C | 3°C | 38 mm | 6 h |
Averages 2015–2024. Highlighted months are the sweet spot for warm, dry weather.
Getting there from the UK
By air
- Bilbao (BIO)53 miles, about 1 h 15 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
- Santander (SDR)80 miles, about 1 h 54 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
- Zaragoza (ZAZ)108 miles, about 2 h 33 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
By car and ferry
Driving from Calais takes roughly 14 h 26 min without stops. Nearest ferry ports: Bilbao (57 miles), Santander (82 miles).
Briones is good for
Around Briones
Towns and villages within an hour or so.
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Questions people ask
Is Briones worth visiting?
Yes. Briones is known for Briones, Bodega-Museo Vivanco de la Cultura del Vino and Briones Castle. It works well as a base or as a day trip from the towns nearby.
When is the best time to visit Briones?
June and September, with daytime highs between 24°C and 25°C with little rain.
How do I get to Briones from the UK?
Fly to Bilbao (BIO), which has direct flights from UK airports, then it is about 1 h 15 min by road. Santander (SDR) is an alternative, 80 miles away. Driving from Calais takes roughly 14 h 26 min.
Is Briones good for families?
Yes: there are family-friendly attractions nearby, and most activities can be booked in advance.
What is near Briones?
Gasteiz / Vitoria (22 miles), Logroño (18 miles), Haro (4 miles) and Laguardia (10 miles) are all within an hour or so.