This visit to the Baztán Valley and Elizondo took place in the spring of 2026, steeped in the works of Dolores Redondo. It seems everyone knows her novels; you might even stumble upon them in the bookcase of a rental apartment!

As the official website puts it, “Baztán is imbued with the fantastic; after all, there must be a reason why it is protected by the legendary Guardian of the Forest, Basajaun. Here, nature dominates everything: the landscape, the folklore, and the way of life.”

Here are a few photos taken during the trip. Don’t miss visiting this wonderful region—it is well worth the journey! And be sure to check out the analysis of the literary work dedicated to it.