Three towns we visited between hikes in the Pyrenees 🏔️
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1. Aínsa
Aínsa’s old town was probably one of my favourites. We wandered through almost every corner of its beautifully preserved medieval streets, with stone houses, little shops and restaurants tucked around the historic square. Despite being small, it still felt lively and welcoming, which made it such a lovely place to stop and slow down between hikes. The old town is actually recognised as one of Spain’s historic-artistic sites, and you can really feel its medieval character as you walk around.
2. Torla + Broto
After a long day hiking in Ordesa National Park, we headed to Torla and Broto. Torla felt like the busier of the two, with more hotels, restaurants and tourist facilities, while Broto had a quieter, more local feel. And Broto gave us one of the best dinners of the trip at Mesón Sorrosal — exactly what we needed after spending hours on the mountain.
Both towns are surrounded by dramatic Pyrenean scenery, so even just driving between them felt like part of the adventure.
3. Huesca
After days of mountains and small villages, Huesca was a nice change of pace. It’s a much more modern city where we could actually do some shopping, stroll around the centre and enjoy a different side of Aragón. And of course, we couldn’t leave without visiting Castillo de Loarre, one of Spain’s best-preserved Romanesque castles. Perched dramatically on a rocky hill, it dates back to the 11th century and looks like something straight out of a medieval movie.
Three very different places — medieval villages, mountain towns and a proper Spanish city — all adding something different to our Pyrenees adventure.
Viana’s Journey
A little tent, a flowing river, and nowhere else to be.
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In order to reach this area (Pyrenees), I had to travel about 14hours by car from home.
Almost fainted while setting up the tent because of heat exhaustion but hey! It was worth it!
2 weeks camping with Ara river next to my campsite, a charming old city of Ainsa about 6minutes away, excellent excellent food at the camp site, I’d do it again!
If you are planning to visit Pyrenees, make it more fun and set up a tent in Pena Montanesa Camping site! You’ll not regret it!
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Discovering the Medieval Charm of Aínsa
#holidayitinerary Aínsa in the Aragon region of Spain is a beautiful medieval town that combines history, culture, and mountain scenery. The old quarter is the highlight, with its cobblestone streets, stone houses, and the impressive main square that feels like stepping back in time. At the top of the town stands the castle, offering wonderful views of the surrounding Pyrenees and adding to the historic atmosphere.
Walking through Aínsa is relaxed and enjoyable, with small shops, cozy cafés, and traditional restaurants that make it easy to linger. The town also serves as a great base for exploring nearby natural areas, including Ordesa y Monte Perdido National Park. What makes Aínsa special is its blend of medieval charm and lively local spirit. It feels authentic, welcoming, and full of character, making it a perfect stop in the heart of Aragon.
Dinda.Pratiwi
The town was the capital of the ancient Kingdom of Sobralbe, which became part of the Kingdom of Aragon in the 11th century, and is a prime example of medieval urban design
The town was once the capital of the ancient Kingdom of Sobrarbe, which became part of the Kingdom of Aragon in the 11th century. It serves as a prime example of medieval urban design.
Pyrenees Adventure in Spain ~ Huesca (Region)
Aínsa has been declared a historical and artistic site, featuring a harmonious old town with rows of densely packed, uniform houses, slender church towers, and massive castle walls that are almost as large as the rest of the village. The surrounding walls are nearly fully preserved, and the area is dotted with monuments dating back to the Middle Ages.
Next to the square stands the Romanesque Church of Santa María, built in the first half of the 11th century, flanked by arcades. Here, visitors can admire its exterior, the captivating crypt, and the tower that dominates the town's skyline. The monastery was constructed slightly later, in the 13th century.
In the northwest of the town center, a castle remains intact. Originally built as a pentagonal tower in the mid-11th century, it was integrated into the defensive system to counter the Moorish threat. The fortress was later restored in the late 16th century, and the current castle was constructed as part of the French border defense system.
Alyssa Keir
Spending an afternoon in this charming cobblestone town is a must
Spanish Pyrenees Excursion ~ Huesca (Region)
The remains of the first city walls from the 12th and 13th centuries are particularly beautiful, located next to the Portal Alto that leads to Calle Mayor or the Town Hall building. There are different places to eat or have a drink, surrounded by history and wonderful views. They usually have stalls selling different local products.
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Alyssa Keir
The content of the Biodiversity Conservation Museum is very interesting
Spanish Pyrenees Excursion ~ Huesca (Region)
It is located in one of the towers of the castle, you can see the fauna of the area on one side, in the first part you will see the reproduction of the fauna found in the mountains as you rise in altitude, then you will see the audiovisual show. This part is not bad, but the real fun is the second part. A staff member of the museum gave us a very interesting and interesting explanation about the bearded vulture with very curious facts, and then we went to an area where we could see some birds that are protected by the foundation for various reasons.
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