Haro is a small area of the La Rioja province in Northern Spain. Although it may have a population of less than 10,000 people, Haro is known world-wide as the capital of La Rioja's wine industry, where wineries turn out the famous Rioja wine brand. The area is also a hot tourist destination, being visited by wine enthusiasts from all over the world, some of whom come in search of Spanish property with its very own vineyard attached.
Reminiscent of the Scottish Highlands in places, Haro is situated on the Ebro River at the head of the Ebro Valley, which runs all the way down to the Costa del Azahar in Eastern Spain. The town itself is a mix of ancient architecture and modern buildings. In the historic quarter of the town, medieval homes are packed around narrow streets and Renaissance-style mansions with their intricately decorated exteriors make for an impressive sight. Many fine restaurants can be found here too, offering a taste of traditional Spain.
Haro is busiest during the autumn and early winter when wine tasters from around the world descend on the town to sample the year's wine harvest. The "Battle of the Wines" is also a popular attraction for tourists during the early summer.
For prospective Spanish property buyers, Haro yields some unique opportunities. Firstly in the town buyers can invest in modern apartments, villas and townhouses that are ready to be occupied. In the older parts of town, Haro property purchasing opportunities include medieval townhouses, some of which are in need of renovation.
In the more rural areas outside the town, smallholdings and fincas with vineyards could be of interest to those who wish to produce their own wine. There are also plots of land for sale along the river which could be ideal for siting that dream villa in Spain. For investors, Haro property offers much potential too. The town is a key tourist centre in the La Rioja region, and could yield good rental income for large parts of the year.
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