Huesca · Aragón
Broto
- Province
- Huesca
- Status
- Conjunto Histórico
- Population
- 615
- Elevation
- 905 m
Broto is a heritage town in the province of Huesca, Aragón, Spain. It is designated a Conjunto Histórico (Spain's national heritage designation for historic ensembles). Population 615 (2025), elevation 905m.
A mountain town in the Aragonese Pyrenees, sitting at 891 metres where the Ara river runs through the broad Valle de Broto, with the high peaks of Sobrarbe rising to over 2,000 metres on every side.
Key facts
- Province
- Huesca
- Heritage status
- Conjunto Histórico
- Population
- 615 (2025)
- Elevation
- 905 m
History of Broto
Broto sits in the comarca of Sobrarbe, province of Huesca, about 90 kilometres from the provincial capital. The municipality covers 128 square kilometres at the heart of the Pyrenees, with a population of around 577 people. Its territory takes in the Valle de Broto, carved by the Río Ara, the ravine of the Barranco de Chate, and the surrounding mountain ranges, which climb from 770 metres at the riverbank to 2,137 metres at Punta Estatón on the border with Torla-Ordesa and Fanlo.
Museums in Broto
Museum data and ratings from Google. Check opening hours before you go.
Where to stay in Broto
Hotels, guesthouses and holiday rentals in and around Broto, with live prices.
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Where to eat in Broto
Ratings & restaurant data from Google.
Regional food & drink
Aragón is known for Ternasco, Migas and Jamón de Teruel, among 5 regional specialities.
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Fiestas in Broto
Dates recur annually but can shift by a few days. Confirm with the ayuntamiento before planning a trip around one.
- romería a la ermita de San Clemente de la población23 November
- San Blas3 February
- Virgen de Morillo1 May
- romería a la ermita de Santa Elenasecond Sunday of June
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Location
Quick answers
Is Broto worth visiting?▾
A mountain town in the Aragonese Pyrenees, sitting at 891 metres where the Ara river runs through the broad Valle de Broto, with the high peaks of Sobrarbe rising to over 2,000 metres on every side.
Why is Broto a heritage town?▾
Broto is officially designated a Conjunto Histórico, Spain's national heritage designation for historic ensembles.
What is the traditional food in Aragón?▾
Aragón is known for Ternasco, Migas, Jamón de Teruel and Melocotón de Calanda. You'll find these regional specialities in and around Broto.
How big is Broto?▾
Broto has a population of about 615 (2025), and sits at 905 m above sea level.
What is the history of Broto?▾
Broto sits in the comarca of Sobrarbe, province of Huesca, about 90 kilometres from the provincial capital. The municipality covers 128 square kilometres at the heart of the Pyrenees, with a population of around 577 people.
When are the fiestas in Broto?▾
Broto celebrates romería a la ermita de San Clemente de la población (23 November), San Blas (3 February) and Virgen de Morillo (1 May). Dates recur annually but can shift by a few days.
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Visiting from a nearby city?
Broto makes a great day trip from:
Last updated 23 July 2026.