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The Tena valley has two ski resorts within five miles of each other and both are no more than a 15 minute drive from Tramacastilla, a village that stands apart from the 'chocolate-box' resorts of the Alps. The valley, in the centre of the Aragonese Pyrenees, is cut in two by the Gallego River. In the summer it's a hikers' paradise, but in the winter the skiiers take over.
Written Oct 29, 2005
Website: www.pura-aventura.com
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This isolated very isolated and almost deserted mountain range is on the Spanish side of the Pyrenees. Here Bertrand has kept his superb mostly pure Arab horses. He is the horse whisperer of the mountains and has a gentle way with animals. The riding is thrilling - from steep descents down the side of canyons to exhilarating gallops along open tracks this is for confident, fit riders. You discover the hidden secrets of the Pyrenees; griffon vulture colonies, historic castles and drovers tracks leading to abandoned stone villages. The contrasting landscapes of the snowy Pyrenees in the North, lush pastures and olive groves on the slopes, down to deserted plateaux in the South is remarkable. Prepare for a week of unforgettable riding on superbly trained, cared for horses on both these trails.
Written Oct 29, 2005
Hotel Estanys Blaus: Friendly quality rural hotel
tavascan Says: Had the opportunity to stay for a few days in this 3 star hotel, although could reach 4 from my point of view, specially if you choose one of the special suites! (although the price is a bit higher than other rooms i think it well worth pays what you get).And don't miss out...
Xenas Says: I stayed at family run El Privilegio, a 4 star hotel in Tramacastilla. Opened only recently, it is mixture of modern and old and very comfortable. Located at 1,224 meters of altitude, on a slope that dominates the valley of Tena. The origins of this stone house made of wood...
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I visited the Restaurante del Lago, designed by Rafael Moneo one of Spain's top architects to muse on his alternative ski holiday, far from the archetypal wild après ski brigade with the quiet and charming surrounding villages. Skiers are likely to encounter more independence out on the peaceful, sparsely populated slopes and the variety of activities in the resort makes this a truly unique ski experience.
Favorite Dish: The pasta with marinated shrimps and fish, yummy
Written Oct 29, 2005
Address: Belneario Panticosa
It is important to know where entries are to be found on a large area like this. Mine come under Anso, Hecho, jaca and Torla [last includes travelogue on Ordesa]. TO BE CONTINUED FOR CATALUNYA.
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