Nuevo Baztán

The building was the residence of Juan de Goyeneche, Navarrese born in the valley of Baztán that developed his race in the court of Carlos II. Goyeneche built Nuevo Baztán as an industrial complex that included this palace-church-quadrangular square, a set of dwellings and factories of glass, fabrics, etc.

The palace is of rectangular plant and presents / displays two plants, organized in architectures separated in the facades by a flat cornice. It is flanked, in its northwest corner, by a quadrangular turret. Away from the typically baroque ostentosidad is rather a peasant villa where are visible the cushions 'a la rustica', typical of the Italian villas of the Renaissance.

The main door is presided over by a carabinier, whose cover highlights the head of a roaring lion that holds the checkered shield of the Baztan Valley. This gate is crowned by the coat of arms of the Goyeneche.

The vestibule of the Palace gives way to a beautiful inner courtyard with a well, being lined with galleries with semicircular arches.

On the top floor are located the noble rooms of a palatial building. The palace communicates with the church through a passage located on the upper floor that leads to the rostrum located on the side of the Gospel (left), from where the presbytery and its main altarpiece are widely displayed. They are also worth visiting the wineries that are located under the Palace that now house the Interpretation Center.

It was restored between 1974 and 1985 by the architect Fernando Chueca Goitia and opened to the public in 2012 thanks to the Community of Madrid.

Located next to the Palacio de Goyeneche, the church of San Francisco Javier was granted the status of Monument of Historical-Artistic Interest in 1941. It is the main landmark of Nuevo Baztán, around which the urban layout of the entire complex gravitates. The church is devoted to San Francisco Javier, the patron saint of Navarra, where Juan de Goyeneche, the developer of the Nuevo Baztán industrial complex in the 17th century, was originally from. Small in size and built in the Herrerian style, it is almost merely a private chapel instead of a church. It is made up of a short central nave, a wide transept and a square-shaped presbytery. Its main façade is made up of a portal and two 27.5 m high towers in the Herrerian style, which flank each side and double the height of the palace, with which it is connected through a direct access that starts from the choir. Thus, they form a single architectural and visual structure. The access to the church is flanked by two pilasters and four columns, leading to a profusely decorated space. Of particular note is the main altarpiece presided over by a sculpture of Saint Francis Xavier, both executed in Cuenca marble by Churriguera. The other altarpieces that can be found in the temple are made of wood using the finto-marmo technique. Visitors will surely be amazed by its two tribunes and the choir, as well as by the semicircular dome -which consists of two spans and eight windows. The church features a number of fine Filipino ivory sculptures from the Goyeneche period. The most popular one is the one representing the Cristo del Socorro, main saint of the Way of the Cross of the Javierada pilgrimage, organised each year by the Association of Navarros of Madrid, sponsored by the Real Congregación de San Fermín de los Navarros. The sculptures of Saint John the Baptist, the Holy Family and the Virgin and Child are also to be admired. Finally, the church has two crypts in bare red brick.

The five harmoniously simple main squares of Nuevo Baztán bring unity to the urban plan designed by Churriguera to make Juan de Goyeneche's enlightened dreams come true. Walking around them puts you right in History. As mute testimony to its splendour, the old quarter still reflects the original style. When touring it, visitors perceive urban unity in a grid - the epicentre of which is the Goyeneche Palace - where the squares serve to divide Nuevo Baztán into three areas: the monumental complex; the residential area; and the group formed by industrial buildings, workshops, warehouses and granaries.
Between the Lonja, Palace-Church and Casa de Distinción it opens onto the Plaza de la Iglesia, Plaza del Jardín or Plaza Mayor. With a quadrangular floor plan, the central point converges with the Fuente de los Tritones fountain. Heading clockwise from there, we’ll arrive at Plaza de las Fiestas or the Plaza de Toros. With a rectangular floor plan and a typical Madrid look, it was the true centre of the town of Nuevo Baztán. Shops and artisans set up nearby.
The third most important square is del Mercado or del Secreto which is simply used for trade purposes. It originally featured stone supports where the wooden columns held up the roof so that travellers and merchants could find shelter. The textile or cloth factory is located there, which was the first and the most important in Nuevo Baztán due to traffic and income from the population.
This journey ends with a visit to the Plaza de la Forja, the starting point of the road to La Olmeda, which gets its name from all the forges set up there to manufacture all the iron needed by industry. Finally, there’s the Plaza de la Cebada, on the way to Valverde de Alcalá where farmers lived with their animals and work tools.

Opened in 2003, it is located in the old wine cellar of the industrial complex of Nuevo Baztán. The Interpretation Centre brings us closer to the figure of Juan de Goyeneche, visionary developer of the project that gave birth to the town. It was created with the aim of promoting the conservation, research and dissemination of the historical, anthropological and natural heritage of the Autonomous Region of Madrid. Therefore, it shows, in an attractive and educational manner, the lifestyle and customs of the inhabitants of the urban complex of Nuevo Baztán during the 18th century. Besides, year after year, it offers an ambitious cultural programme: exhibitions, cinema, theatre, design and live performances. Once we get to know the figure of Juan de Goyeneche (1656–1735), we learn that he was an editor, journalist and politician from Navarra, who, inspired by Colbert's ideas, materialised in Nuevo Baztán an ambitious project aimed at changing the Spanish productive system and contributing to the boosting of national industry, while at the same time slowing down rural depopulation. The contents of the exhibition that can be found in the Centre for Interpretation include the presentation of Juan de Goyeneche and the historical context in which his ideas were developed. It also describes the production system used by the industries that were established there, whose aim was to achieve full use of the materials, their processing and subsequent marketing, in the form of products such as textiles, paper, fine glass, soap, wax, confectionery, wine and spirits. This part of the exhibition not only includes period clothing, but also the tools and utensils of the different trades used for their manufacture. Likewise, there are different models of the architectural complex designed by Churriguera, explanatory panels on the project, and an interesting audiovisual show that graphically explains the life and work of Juan de Goyeneche and the link between both men and Nuevo Baztán.

Very close to the complex, in the passage, the old elm tree can be found, the only survivor of the ones planted by Juan de Goyeneche so that travellers could find shade in hot days.

Located in the ground floor of the Palacio de Goyeneche, it offers visitors a chance to be in an open and dynamic space where they can find different options and services: - models of the complex so that they can place each site; - digital access point for the searching of tourist and cultural resources, both in Nuevo Baztán, as well as in the whole region; - resting and waiting area; - a place to read and consult books and texts about Nuevo Baztán; tourist promotion materials about the town and the Autonomous Region of Madrid; and exhibition and display of artisan products from Nuevo Baztán. In fact, if you’re a craftsperson living in Nuevo Baztán and you’d like to display here any sample of your product, please contact the Tourism office.

The Nuevo Baztán Interpretation Center invites you to uncover the fascinating legacy of Juan de Goyeneche and his visionary industrial masterpiece. Through captivating theatrical guided tours, history truly comes to life—allowing you to experience firsthand the origins and evolution of this one-of-a-kind Enlightenment enclave.

Turning history into an adventure is the specialty of Nuevo Baztán, a destination where family workshops and activities come to life under the majestic shadow of the Goyeneche Palace. More than just an open-air museum, this enclave is a vibrant, interactive space designed for young explorers to discover the 18th century through play and hands-on experience.

The educational programs at the Nuevo Baztán Interpretation Center offer a unique opportunity for both children and adults to become master artisans for a day. Through engaging workshops, families can recreate the town’s historic industries—from crafting aromatic soaps and molding glass to the delicate art of handmade papermaking. It’s an immersive journey that transforms a history lesson into a lasting family memory.

The vineyards have been located in the Valmores Valley since 2002, with an area of around 10 hectares, offering varieties of Tempranillo, Syrah, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon, set out in trellises and double channels and equipped with a drip irrigation system, producing crops of around 6,000 kilos per hectare. The winery, which was granted the denomination of origin “Wines from Madrid” in 2014, belongs to the sub-area of Arganda del Rey. Located in the south-east area of the region, it is the largest of the 4 sub-areas, covering 30 towns and 37 wineries which made up the D.O. Wines from Madrid. It is in this area where we can find 55.5% of the wine-growing area of the Autonomous Region of Madrid and where approximately 60% of the annual production is processed by 65% of wine growers. For the time being, the Winery is open from Monday to Sunday, from 10 am until 2 pm, for the sale of products. However, a visiting and wine tasting schedule will soon be set, previous booking being necessary.

The Town of Nuevo Baztán offers a curated blend of culture, education, and sensory delight. Beyond its monumental architecture, the town maintains a vibrant agenda that honors its unique identity through events that evolve with the seasons.

In March, the town embraces its founder’s roots with La Javierada, a traditional Navarrese-inspired pilgrimage that fills the streets with history and spirit. As the weather warms, the "Veranos de Nuevo Baztán" (Nuevo Baztán Summers) take center stage. Organized with meticulous care by the local Town Hall, this summer festival transforms Churriguera’s historic plazas into magical open-air theaters. Under the Spanish stars, visitors can enjoy outdoor cinema, dance performances, and classical music concerts, all set against the stunning acoustics and sober elegance of the Baroque estate.

As the year draws to a close, the Foundation Festivals in October recapture the spotlight. These celebrations feature grand historical reenactments that transport you back to the Age of Enlightenment. In Nuevo Baztán, history isn’t found in dusty textbooks—it is something you touch, taste, and experience in every corner of the Villa.