Aragon in Spain

A different landscape awaits you, one of exceptional natural beauty, wilderness and towering rocky cliffs surrounding two natural parks. Lovers of pure, unpolluted spaces will be delighted.

30 min from Saint-Lary

Le haut Aragon welcomes you

The Aragnouet-Bielsa tunnel 21 km from Saint-Lary links France to Spain. Haut-Aragon, and more specifically the Sobrarbe region. Toll-free, the tunnel is nonetheless forbidden to bicycles and vehicles transporting hazardous materials exceeding 4.3 meters in height.

The Spanish side located in the Sobrarbe region has been declared a Geopark, and has been part of the European Geopark Network under the auspices of UNESCO since 2006.

In addition to its unspoilt nature, Sobrarbe boasts a magnificent, rich and preserved architectural heritage. Villages, churches or medieval castles will amaze you: Ainsa, Alquezar, Rodellar, Château de Loarre…

What is a geopark?

“Geopark” is a territory containing a singular geological heritage and possessing a sustainable local development strategy. Its fundamental objective is to guarantee the conservation of natural and cultural heritage and promote development based on appropriate management of the geological environment through the Geo-Routes network. www. geoparquepirineos.com

Escape

off the beaten track

The village of Ainsa, just 1h15 from Saint-Lary, will surprise you!

This village in the Aragonese Pyrenees is a magnificentexample of medieval urbanism in this part of the central Pyrenees. Its locality, classified as a Historic Site, was the capital of the former Kingdom of Sobrarbe, united with the Kingdom of Aragon in the 11th century. You can access it during the winter, however beware of the opening conditions of the Aragnouet-Bielsa tunnel. Special winter equipment is often recommended or even compulsory.

In winterWhat to do in Spain

You can plan Village visits and also do some great snowshoe trekking.

Mountain biking can also be enjoyed on the Zona Zero (marked enduro mountain bike trails) but beware of winter conditions. Canyoning is best practised during the summer season, but some guides will suggest (dry) canyoning descents, mainly abseiling.

The Pineta Valley

accessible in winter

Also not to be missed, if you’re heading across the border in winter. The Pineta Valley is part of the Parc National d’Ordesa, 1 hour’s drive from Saint-Lary.

You’ll find one of the most beautiful backdrops in the Aragonese Pyrenees flanked by an impressive rocky massif .

It’s an excellent place to practice both Nordic skiing and other winter activities. Its slopes have all the necessary equipment, as well as courses to introduce you to this exciting sport. But that’s not all… Snowshoe rental, ski touring and mushing activities are also available. An ideal place to spend time with the family.