Nuestra Señora de La Merced Fiesta

These fiestas were first held in 1871, in honour of the Virgen de la Merced, named patron saint of the city by Pope Pious IX in 1868. The programme for the fiesta centres especially on Mediterranean culture, and includes more than 500 activities to suit all tastes: from street entertainment and concerts to folk dances, theatre performances and ...

"Fiesta del Cordero" (Lamb Festival)

Every year more and more people gather to taste spit-roasted lamb in the field known as Prau Llagüezos. A group of friends started to build a mountain refuge in this spot in 1965, and to celebrate they spent the day roasting and eating lamb. That is the origin of this festival, which has been held every year ever since. ...

Lobster Festival

On the last Sunday in June, this coastal town in the province of Pontevedra pays homage to the typical regional shellfish in a celebration where all the local people take part. At the port there is a popular menu including half a lobster, Rosal wine and a “roscón de yema” (typical local cake made with egg yolks). ...

'Cazuelica' and wine week

For several days, the city’s bars and taverns are offering the public, for a fixed price, delicious mini-versions of hearty soups and casseroles served in traditional earthenware bowls and accompanied by wines from Navarre, specially chosen to complement each dish. ...

Beach: Las Teresitas

Las Teresitas is one of the most famous beaches and most popular with tourists in the city of Santa Cruz de Tenerife. It is more than a kilometre long and has fine golden sand, as well as many facilities and beachfront restaurants, which offer visitors a great experience.

The climate in Spain

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Plan a responsible, sustainable trip to Spain

Spain brings together endless ideas and plans to enjoy a sustainable holiday: beaches, nature, gastronomy, cities to visit

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Being a more sustainable tourist: choose sustainable establishments, reduce and recycle your waste, be respectful when enjoying culture and nature