Pyrenees Tours

Pyrenees Tours; Adventures in Spain

The Pyrenees are a mountain range located in Southwest Europe. They form a natural barrier between Spain and France, extending 491 km. They reach from the Bay of Biscay to the Mediterranean Sea.

There are so many things to do in the Spanish Pyrenees that it would be difficult to name them all, however, some of the attractions available in Pyrenees tours include Aiquestortes National Park, the Catalan Romanesque Churches of the Vall de Boi and the Noguera Pallaresa Valley.

Aiquestortes National Park
Aiquestortes National Park is a wonderful place for trekking when on holiday with Pyrenees tours. The elevation ranges from around 1,600 m to 3,000 m.With almost 200 lakes within the park, hikers are sure to see at least one.

Wildlife that may be seen includes the Pyrenean Chamois, roe deer, marmot and the ermine. Bird watchers can expect to see at least one of the following; Golden Eagle, Common Crossbill, Black Woodpecker or Bearded Vulture.

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Vall de Boi
The Vall de Boi is included on most Pyrenees tours because of the Catalan Romanesque Churches that are there. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, this small valley is famous for the 9 Romanesque churches that have become a top tourist attraction.

Many of these churches, around since the 11th century, are still in use today. The largest is the Church of Sant Climent de Taüll. This church, which is the best preserved, still retains the original double-pitched roof.

Noguera Pallaresa Valley
This valley is great to visit for holiday-makers on Pyrenees tours because there is so much to do. Try mountain biking or white-water rafting on the Noguera Pallaresa, one of Spain’s longest rivers, for an exhilarating experience.

Other attractions on Pyrenees tours include jeep tours, quaint villages to visit and sampling the food of the Spanish Pyrenees.