Plaza de los Fueros, Tudela

Plaza de los Fueros is a large, open square in Tudela built in the 17th century over the Queiles River, which is covered with stone arches. The surrounding buildings follow a regular layout with symmetrical facades and red tile roofs, interrupted only by two distinctive structures: the clock tower on the southwest corner and the former hospital building.

The square was built in 1687 after breaking through the old city wall and constructing a stone bridge over the river to create a level space for bullfights. In 1893, the square received its current name, Plaza de los Fueros, to honor Navarra's ancient laws.

The square honors Navarra's ancient laws through its name and displays shields and bullfighting scenes on the surrounding buildings' facades. These decorations reflect the long tradition of public festivals and bullfights that have shaped the city's life for centuries.

The square is easy to navigate with wide, open spaces and clear pathways that allow you to explore the area on foot easily. The nearby covered arcades under the clock building provide shelter from weather and connect the plaza to the riverside promenade.

A remarkably preserved clock mechanism from the late 19th century crowns the clock building and was restored to its original state in 2011. The mechanism still functions today, marking the passage of time over the square like a silent guardian.