From Friday 4th to Sunday 6th of September, 2026
Palacio de los Condes de Ribagorza, Benasque
4th Pyrenees Literary Festival: Literature, Dialogue, and Tradition in the Heart of the Mountains
Benasque once again becomes the capital of literature and thought with the celebration of the 4th Pyrenees Literary Festival. For three intense days, literature intertwines with the majestic Pyrenean landscape, offering a meeting place for authors, readers, and culture lovers.
The festival offers a diverse program with thematic discussions on the memory of everyday life and rural narratives, writing workshops, book signings, concerts, cultural gatherings, and the traditional literary route in homage to Miguel de Unamuno, recreating his historic visit to Benasque in 1918. An essential cultural experience to enrich your stay in the valley and celebrate the pleasure of reading and sharing stories.
Full Program and Itinerary
Friday, September 4
7:00 p.m. — Opening Ceremony
With Manuel Mora (Mayor of Benasque) and Felisa Ferraz (President of the Guayente Association and Director of Pirineo Literario).
Followed by — Conversation: "The Memory of the Everyday"
Marta Borraz and Juan Bolea will speak with Felisa Ferraz.
8:00 p.m. — Live Music
Concert by Julia Cruz.
Saturday, September 5
10:00 a.m. — Writing Workshop with Txani Rodríguez
Location: Benasque Library.
Prior registration required: benasque@bibliosribagorza.com | ???? +34 646 956 438
1:00 p.m. — Musical and Literary Vermouth
Location: El Estudiet Garden.
With a performance by the group Extraños Conocidos.
6:00 PM — Book Signing
With authors Marta Borraz, Juan Bolea, Txani Rodríguez, and Daniel Gascón.
7:00 PM — Conversation: "Memory of Rural Life and Literary Narrative"
Daniel Gascón and Txani Rodríguez will speak with Felisa Ferraz.
Sunday, September 6
12:00 PM — Literary Route: Reenactment of Miguel de Unamuno's visit to Benasque in 1918
Departure from the Town Hall Square.
Reading of excerpts from his works and a walk through the historic streets of Benasque led by Dani and Miriam from ELEventario.
Event Details
Type of event: Literary festival, roundtables, writing workshop, live music, book signings, and a theatrical/guided tour.
Main venue: Palace of the Counts of Ribagorza (Benasque).
Other venues: Benasque Library (Workshop) and El Estudiet Garden (Musical Vermouth).
Guest authors and artists: Marta Borraz, Juan Bolea, Txani Rodríguez, Daniel Gascón, Julia Cruz, Extraños Conocidos, ELEventario, and Felisa Ferraz.
Organized/Sponsored by: Guayente Association, Benasque Town Hall, Ibercaja Foundation, COCEDER, and the Government of Spain.
Admission: Free entry until capacity is reached (except for the Writing Workshop, which requires registration).
Workshop registration: benasque@bibliosribagorza.com | +34 646 956 438
More information: Instagram and Facebook: @pirineoliterario | www.pirineoliterario.com
Why shouldn't you miss the Pirineo Literario Festival?
Top-tier authors: Engage in conversations and close interactions with leading figures in contemporary literature, such as Juan Bolea, Txani Rodríguez, Daniel Gascón, and Marta Borraz.
Historical and iconic route: Experience Miguel de Unamuno's literary journey through the streets of Benasque in a unique combination of history, walking, and reading.
Culture and pairing: Enjoy live music, literary vermouth in historic gardens, and an enriching atmosphere in the heart of the Benasque Valley.
