Reservoir of Leurtza

(Navarra)

In north-western Navarre, between the municipalities of Urroz and Beintza-Labaien, there are hidden two reservoirs constructed in 1920. In the midst of the forests of the Atlantic part of Navarre, we find these mountain lakes a delightful surprise. The location of the reservoirs in a closed valley covered with beech trees gives the place a special magic. As if they had been pulled out of a fairy tale, the Leurtza reservoirs have been officially listed as a Natural recreational area. Fitted with barbecuing facilities, picnic tables, and information points, combined with the water, wooded slopes, and surrounding peacefulness and attractive landscape, this natural space is the ideal destination for family outings. How to get there from Pamplona: take the N-121 A towards Irún, turn off to Doneztebe / Santesteban and, on the NA-4040 to Urrotz. Asphalted road of 5 kilometers that ascends to the reservoirs of Leurtza.