Discover Farasdués on the Arba de Luesia

Farasdués lies on the left bank of the Arba de Luesia River. The Agonia, also known as the río Farasdués, also runs through the area; it flows into the Arba before Rivas. Its riverside setting, historic buildings, archaeological sites and recurring festivals offer different themes to consider when planning a trip.

Churches, gates and cultural history

The Church of Nuestra Señora de la Esperanza is a Renaissance building dating from the 16th century and houses a 15th-century altarpiece. The main altar of Our Lady of Hope is attributed to Petrus Aibar and Agapito Andreu and dated to 1702. The dates therefore span the 15th century, the Renaissance church building and the 18th century.

The Ermita de Santa Orosia has a different building history: its structure dates from the 14th century; in the 19th century, it was extended and remodeled to its present rectangular floor plan. The hermitage lies about one kilometer east of the town center and can be reached via a path leading to the cemetery. As path conditions can change, check the route before your visit.

Two archways remain from the former fortifications of Farasdués and its Jewish quarter. Martincho provides a biographical link to art history: the bullfighter, who was born in Farasdués, was immortalized by Francisco de Goya in several etchings in his series “La Tauromaquia.” The Cruz o pilón del Serrallón stands at the fork of the old roads to Biota and Ejea de los Caballeros. It is on a rise with wide-ranging panoramic views.

Archaeological sites

The archaeological heritage includes a Roman bustum dating from the 1st century: a pyre or funerary monument containing the cremated remains of a deceased person and a small grave offering. Another archaeological site is Corral Viejo del Moncho. Remains of several walls and anthropomorphic tombs can be seen there. The tombs lie at the top of the slope in detached blocks of rock; the term “anthropomorphic” refers to their human-shaped form.

The municipal dirt road to the site branches off at kilometer 15 from the Ejea de los Caballeros–Luesia road, before it crosses the Agonia River. Check current road conditions before setting out.

Routes, cycling and activities

Ruta 6: Malpica is a 63-kilometer circular cycling route that follows roads. Its rating separates two requirements: the physical difficulty is moderate and the technical difficulty is low. After the descent, the route follows the banks of the Agonia, passing through Asín and Farasdués. Hiking, mountain biking and ecological photography are among the activities on offer.

Festivals throughout the year

The Fiestas de San Antonio de Pádua are celebrated from August 10 to 15. The Romería de Santa Orosia takes place on the first Sunday in June. While one festival is associated with a date range, the pilgrimage takes place on a specific Sunday of the month. The annual program may vary; check the latest information before planning your trip around it.

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