Whether you like hiking, skiing or quaint mountain villages, the Spanish Pyrenees are the ideal destination for you. Timbered houses and hearty local food are on offer, while Spanish ski resorts are a great alternative to the busier – and pricier – resorts in the Alps. For the most part, the main crest forms a divide between Spain and France, with the microstate of Andorra sandwiched in between. Historically, the Crown of Aragon and the Kingdom of Navarre extended on both sides of the mountain range The Pyrenees (/ˈpɪrɪniːz/; Spanish: Pirineos piɾiˈneos]; French: Pyrénées [piʁene; Catalan: Pirineus [piɾiˈnɛws]; Basque: Pirinioak [piɾini.o.ak]; Occitan: Pirenèus [piɾeˈnɛws]; Aragonese: Pirineus) is a mountain range straddling the border of France and Spain. It extends nearly 500 km (310 mi) from its union with the Cantabrian Mountains to Cap de Creus on the Mediterranean coast. It reaches a maximum altitude of 3,404 metres (11,168 ft) at the peak...
Read moreI recently had the pleasure of visiting Pyrenees for the first time in 2022, and it was an absolute delight. As someone who lives in the suburbs, I was craving a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life, and Pyrenees provided just that. The scenery in Pyrenees is truly breathtaking. From the majestic mountains to the picturesque clouds that seemed to blend into the horizon, every corner of this place exudes natural beauty. I found immense joy in exploring the untouched nature and immersing myself in the fresh air that surrounded me. The tranquility of Pyrenees served as an instant stress reliever for me. It was something new and different that I needed to get used to, but the serene environment made it all worthwhile. Being able to disconnect from the chaos of city life and immerse myself in such a peaceful setting was truly rejuvenating. If you're seeking solace, natural beauty, and a break from the suburbs, I highly recommend...
Read moreThis is a perfect place to do the best bodily exercise. Perfect green nature , fresh unpolluted air because of these wide mountain ranges filled with green big trees. Our walk was not a waste because at the end of our goal was to see this beautiful Waterfalls called " La Cascade de Gavarnie" . Unfortunately we didn't reach up to the foot of this Waterfalls bec. the time was limited. However, due to our 45 minutes walk we were able to do exercise and tanked our lungs with fresh air from this wonderful...
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