Grazalema

It is the highest and most mountainous municipality in the province of Cadiz, as well as the rainiest in the Iberian Peninsula. It is located in the Sierra de Grazalema Natural Park, and has become a tourist destination linked to the splendour of its natural surroundings. Its historic quarter has the Property of Cultural Interest designation.

Lanjarón

Lanjarón is 49 kilometres from Granada, in the heart of the Sierra Nevada National Park.

Guadix

Inland in the province of Granada is Guadix, considered one of the oldest human settlements in Spain.

Almuñécar

The Granada coast, on the shore of the Mediterranean, has one of the oldest towns on the so-called Tropical Coast.

Salobreña

The town of Salobreña in the province of Granada lies at the foot of a Hispano-Muslim castle on the so-called Costa Tropical on the shore of the Mediterranean Sea.

Trujillo

Trujillo, located between the bottoms of the Tajo and Guadiana rivers, contains an important group of churches, castles and manor houses that are centred around the Plaza Mayor square and which are declared Property of Cultural Interest.

Oviedo

Ancient Ovetum has been closely linked, since its founding (8th century), to the Asturian monarchy, becoming the capital of the Kingdom of Asturias. This fact has left a historic centre with an undeniable medieval flavour, which modernity has provided with a carefully designed urban layout that is easy to navigate.

Gijón

On the shores of the Cantabrian Sea, Gijón offers an attractive combination of maritime tradition, monumental heritage and modern urban planning right on the seashore. Its marina is a testament to its close links with the sea throughout its history. ...

Yaiza

Situated in the foothills of the National Park of Timanfaya is Yaiza, the southernmost municipality on the island of Lanzarote. This village is surrounded by a fairy-tale environment formed by craters and the dark tones of volcanic earth, which give rise to places of singular beauty such as La Geria, the El Golfo hydrovolcano and Los Hervideros.

Uga

Uga is situated near the Timanfaya National Park. Huge palm trees scattered around the place and lots of whitewashed houses greet visitors who come down from the mountains of lava.

Huelva

At the mouth of the River Odiel stands Huelva, an Andalusian city with an ancient mining tradition and witness to historical events as important events as important as the discovery of America.

Cáceres

This historic city of Extremadura, known as the “town of 1001 escutcheons”, is always worth visiting.

Plasencia

On the bank of the Jerte River, in the Extremaduran province of Caceres, Plasencia has a historic quarter that is a consequence of the city's strategic location along the Silver Route, or Ruta de la Plata. This town was inhabited by Romans and Arabs until the 12th century, when King Alfonso VIII reconquered it.

Alcántara

In the last spurs of the Sierra de San Pedro, on the banks of the Tajo river, the historic quarter of Alcántara unfolds.

Guadalupe

Located in the region of Las Villuercas in Cáceres province, Guadalupe is a historic village, with cobbled streets and traditional architecture, including heritage buildings like the Royal Monastery of Our Lady of Guadalupe, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Badajoz

Located on the banks of the Guadiana River, only six kilometres away from Portugal, Badajoz (the largest province in Spain) has always been marked by its proximity to the border.

Jerte

The end of March is the best time to visit, when the cherry trees are in flower

Sitges

Located between the sea and the mountains, the city of Sitges (which belongs to Barcelona) offers a wide variety of leisure activities to visitors. The Coast of Garraf, on the Mediterranean sea and the surrounding mountains, provide a beautiful natural setting to this town.

Talavera de la Reina

Located in the fertile plains of the rivers Tagus and Alberche, Talavera de la Reina has been famous for its ceramics for centuries. It is also the main town in the province of Toledo.

Monachil

Monachil is just 8 kilometres from Granada, and the Sierra Nevada ski resort falls within its municipal area. The village has many areas of great natural value and stunning landscapes. ...

Three mountains in Catalonia to test your stamina

A short hike in the mountains with family or friends is a fabulous way to get active. Read on and discover three mountain trails in Catalonia to walk if you’re looking for a challenge.

Irrigation tribunals in the Spanish Mediterranean

As legal water management institutions created by tradition, in use from the Al-Andalus period (9th - 13th centuries) up to the present day, both tribunals were given the UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity designation in 2009.

Flavours to discover: black truffle and saffron

Truffles are known as the black diamond, and saffron the red gold, of Spanish cuisine. Both epithets are based on the powerful aroma and flavour they add to the recipes, and on their great culinary value and high prices. We will tell you where they are grown, how to try them, and how to learn more about them.

Industrial tourism, a different way to visit Spain

Industrial tourism offers a different way to approach history and heritage. You can visit former factories, mines, mills, and other facilities left behind by industry and eventually reclaimed as cultural assets and tourist attractions. ...

The Dalí Theatre-Museum in Spain: Salvador Dalí’s last great work

Spain is the birthplace of some of the greatest talents in the history of art. Creators with the most varied personalities and styles, who find common ground in their devotion to the country in which they were raised. ...

A cultural trip to the Canary Islands

Many cultures have lived on these Atlantic islands, creating their own identity through hundreds of years of miscegenation. Influences from different parts of the world – Africa, Europe and America – which have created a rich culture present on the eight islands.

3 reasons for visiting the Balearic Islands – and all 3 of them are World Heritage Sites

Kilometres of beaches, shining coves, an infinity of natural landscapes and thousands of hidden secrets just waiting to be discovered. In the Balearic Islands you'll come across palaces, castles, and medieval towns and cities. You'll marvel at the local culture. And you'll fall in love with the spirit of the place, a real heritage of humanity.

Holidays in Granada

If we had to define Granada, we would say it’s an Andalusian city that glows with its own inner light, one of those magical places you fall in love with straight away. It’s just as good for a family trip as it is for travelling with your partner, with friends, or even alone. ...

Why Valencia is so much more than a beach destination

When you visit "la terreta" (Valencia's nickname), you will be amazed by what you can do and explore in the capital of the Region of Valencia. In this corner of the Mediterranean, you breathe much more than the sea: design, gastronomy, culture and tradition will be the key elements of an unforgettable trip.

Valle del Jerte, nature's white

Less than three hours west of Madrid, in Cáceres, discover one of the most stunning natural spectacles in spring in Spain: the cherry blossom in the JerteValley. A unique, dazzling event, where one and a half million cherry trees burst into bloom and turn the landscape completely white.

Silver Route by bicycle

The Silver Route or Vía de la Plata is a fascinating trail running north-to-south across Spain and ideal for mountain bike enthusiasts. From Seville to Gijón, it's an adventure that crosses four different regions: Andalusia, Extremadura, Castile and Leon and Asturias. ...

Travelling Spain by road

Spain has more than 17,000 kilometres of motorways, some with tolls. Here you will find a table with Spain's most important road arteries.

The Costa del Sol and Costa de la Luz, where you can feel free

Forget about the daily grind, your schedules, the commute, the endless screens, the stress… It’s time to feel free. Could there be a better feeling? Yes, if you’re in magical places like the Costa del Sol and the Costa de la Luz.

Flying to Spain. Spanish Airports

If you’re travelling to Spain by car or motorbike, you should know…

If you are taking your car, you must find out if your driving licence is valid to drive in Spain, whether you must exchange it or if you need an international permit. Permits issued in countries of the European Union and the European Economic Area (Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway) are fully valid to drive in Spain as long as they are in ...

Travelling to Spain by train

The international train network connects Spain with Portugal and France. It features the AVE high-speed train connection with France. Here you can find a table with a selection of rail services for getting to Spain.