Tafalla

Tafalla is a town in Navarre that spreads across the Zidacos River valley south of Pamplona. The settlement sits in a region with several nearby communities and functions as a local hub for surrounding areas.

The town first appears in tenth-century records describing military campaigns in the region. Later, it received special privileges that highlighted its political importance in Navarre.

The town hosts annual celebrations where locals gather to share regional food and music, which shape community life and reflect how people here value their traditions. These gatherings bring residents together and show how celebrations remain central to daily life.

The town has schools and public services easily accessible to visitors. Its location on main roads makes it easy to reach from nearby cities.

In the Middle Ages, the town played a role in local power struggles and received royal recognition for this. This early political status shaped its long-term development.

Location: Navarre

Location: Merindade of Olite

Location: Zona Media-Erdialdea

Capital city: Tafalla

Elevation above the sea: 421 m

Part of: Mancomunidade de Mairaga-Zona Media/Erdi Aldea, Mancomunidade de Servizos Deportivos e Socioculturais da Zona Media de Navarra, Mixed Zone of Navarre

Shares border with: Pueyo/Puiu, Artajona, Larraga, Berbinzana, Miranda de Arga, Falces, Olite/Erriberri, San Martín de Unx, Leoz

Website: http://tafalla.es

GPS coordinates: 42.51324,-1.70466

Latest update: December 19, 2025 23:25