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Pamplona

Navarre's capital, famous for the running of the bulls each July, with medieval walls, a lively old town and pintxos bars.

Photo: Krzysztof Golik · CC BY-SA 4.0
Best Time to Go
May–Jul, Sep–Oct
Our full guide to Pamplona is being written. It's on the Northern Spain list as If You're Nearby.

Festivals, Events & Seasons

If You're Nearby
Festival · Bulls

San Fermín

Navarre
Jul

Pamplona's Running of the Bulls, in July. It's controversial and dangerous.

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About 84 miles away

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