From Thursday 13 to Sunday 16 August 2026, the regional government of La Rioja is continuing its summer series “Pasea La Rioja”, featuring free guided tours, interpretive walks and night-sky observations under the title “Noches Estrelladas”. Advance booking is required for all activities.
The event is organised by the Consejería de Agricultura, Ganadería, Mundo Rural y Medio Ambiente, delivered by the Dirección General de Medio Natural y Paisaje. The series combines nature and cultural interpretation at notable locations across the region. An edition of “Noches Estrelladas” is scheduled for Friday 14 August 2026 in Ajamil de Cameros Other events focus on the recreation area of Achichuelo in the Parque Natural de la Sierra de Cebollera as well as cultural and historical aspects at the Interpretation Centre “Casa del Maestro” in Ventrosa de la Sierra. The starlit nights take place in the Reserva de la Biosfera de los Valles del Leza, Jubera, Cidacos y Alhama .
Facts: The dates, 13 to 16 August 2026, are confirmed; “Noches Estrelladas” takes place on 14 August 2026 in Ajamil de Cameros. According to the programme, all activities are free and require registration. The institutions named are responsible for planning and delivery.
Attributed statements: According to the regional administration, “Pasea La Rioja” aims to make natural and cultural heritage accessible and to raise awareness of the distinctive features of the region’s biosphere reserves and natural parks. The choice of venues—from protected areas to local interpretation centres—is intended to showcase the diversity of the region’s natural and cultural resources.
Context and impact: “Noches Estrelladas” promotes astronomy education and raises awareness of the effects of artificial lighting on nature and the landscape. The Reserva de la Biosfera de los Valles del Leza, Jubera, Cidacos y Alhama is recognised as a Starlight Tourist Destination; events of this kind support sustainable tourism in rural areas and combine leisure activities with environmental education. For municipalities such as Ventrosa de la Sierra and Ajamil de Cameros, this means additional visitor flows with limited impact on sensitive natural areas.
Participation information: The activities take place on the stated dates and at the stated locations; participation is free but requires confirmed registration through the central “Pasea La Rioja” programme. Details of the schedule, meeting points and capacity are taken from the regional government’s official programme information.
Editor: Andreas M. Brucker (Article created with AI assistance).