Highlights
Val d’Aran offers impressive lakes of glacial origin, kilometres of routes through unspoiled landscapes, and its own unique culture and cuisine.
The Romanesque churches of Vall de Boí are the finest example of Catalan Romanesque art and architecture. The group of eight churches and one hermitage was listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in the year 2000.
Aigüestortes i Estany de Sant Maurici National Park, the only National Park in Catalonia, is located in an area spanning Pallars Sobirà, Alta Ribagorça, Pallars Jussà, and Val d’Aran Counties.
The only large canyon in Catalonia, only passable along a bridle path carved out of the rock, with spectacular views along the way.
La Seu d'Urgell Cathedral is the only Romanesque cathedral remaining in Catalonia.
The pharmacy of Llívia, documented since 1594, is considered the oldest in Europe.
Vall de Núria simply bursts with nature. The resort, surrounded by peaks of nearly 3000m, is only accessible by rack railway, making it one of the most unusual tourist destinations in Catalonia.
The “Land of Counts and Abbots” route runs through the heart of Ripollès County, from Sant Joan de les Abadesses to Mataplana Castle, discovering the many legendary churches, monasteries, and castles in this area known as the “cradle of Catalonia”.
Garrotxa Volcanic Area Natural Park, with 40 inactive volcanoes and over 20 basalt lava flows, is the best example of volcanic landscape in the Iberian Peninsula.
One of the most interesting vestiges of Hebrew culture conserved in Europe.
Majestic Benedictine monastery in the mountains, overlooking the whole Cap de Creus Peninsula.
