Valcarlos is located on the border with Lower Navarre, about 64 km from Pamplona. It is situated in a narrow and abrupt valley, surrounded by forests and crossed by numerous streams.
The village takes its name from Charlemagne, who, having finished a campaign on the Iberian peninsula, was crossing the Pyrenees when his rear guard was killed at Roncesvalles.
Iglesia de Santiago
Inside the church, you can find a sculpture of Santiago Matamoros (‘Moor slayer’ or ‘St. James the Moor-slayer’).
Accommodation in Valcarlos
| Hotel name | Type | Price range | Room type | Other |
| Gîte de charme Lodge en Pays Basque | Holiday home | Splurge | Four bedroom house | Garden, BBQ facilities, Kitchen, Washing machine, WiFi, Terrace, Non-smoking rooms |
| Apartamentos De Montaña Mendiola – Casa Ferran-Casa Karrikaburu | Apartments | Splurge | Private rooms | Non-smoking rooms, Family rooms, WiFi, Fitness center |