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Hotels in the Catalan Pyrenees, Cataluña, Spain |
| The Pyrenees (also spelled
Pyrenées) (Spanish: Pirineos; French: Pyrénées; Catalan:
Pirineus; Occitan: Pirenèus; Aragonese: Perinés; Basque:
Pirinioak) are a range of mountains in southwest Europe that form a natural
border between France and Spain. They separate the Iberian Peninsula from
the rest of continental Europe, and extend for about 430 km (267 mi) from
the Bay of Biscay (Cap Higuer) to the Mediterranean Sea (Cap de Creus).
For the most part, the main crest
forms a massive divider between France and Spain, with the tiny country
of Andorra sandwiched in between. Catalonia and the Basque Country have
historically extended on both sides of the mountain range, with small northern
portions in France and much larger southern parts in Spain
Featured Hotels
in the Catalan Pyrenees
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| ARTIES
FEATURED PARADOR - LLEIDA PROVINCE, PYRENEES, SPAIN |
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Parador
de Artie, Arties, Catalan Pyrenees
Located in the 'Val dArán',
just 7 km from Baqueira, in an area of the Catalan Pyrenees where the woods,
the snow-capped peaks in winter and the freshness of the green in summer
are the true protagonists of the landscape. The Parador, in the style of
the local architecture, rises up in the so-called House of D. Gaspar de
Portolá, the discoverer of California. It has attic bedrooms, wood-lined
beams and numerous conference rooms, among which the Salón Chimenea
stands out. The friendly common rooms invite you to stay the night in an
ideal setting for taking up outdoor activities. The cooking is influenced
by the specialties of the region such as 'olla aranesa' (stew), trout 'a
la llosa', 'civet de jabalí' (jugged wild boar) and the sweet 'pescajus
de Artíes'. |
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SEU D'URGELL FEATURED PARADOR - LLEIDA PROVINCE, PYRENEES |
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| La Seu
d'Urgell
- one of the most historically important towns in the Catalan
Pyrenees. The city was named after the imposing cathedral (La Seu), a lovely
Romanesque building of the 11th and 12th centuries at the of Major street.
Also outstanding are the churches of Sant Miquel and La Sagrada Familia,
the 15th century Casa de la Ciudad and the Diocesian Museum. |
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Parador
de La Seu D'Urgell, Lleida Province, Catalan Pyrenees
Alongside the Romanesque
cathedral of La Seu d'Urgell towers the Hotel, in a monumental and natural
setting which attracts numerous hikers, mountain lovers and an infinity
of tourists who take a step closer to Andorran heaven. The world-famous
Parc Olímpic del Segre Canoeing Championships are held here in the
summer. Of note in the interior are the ancient Renaissance cloister
and a pleasant covered swimming pool. Seventy-nine rooms, a covered
pool, sauna, solarium, coffee shop, air conditioning in all rooms... make
this Parador a tempting offer of accommodation from which to explore the
most beautiful and attractive areas of the Catalan Pyrenees. 'Alt
Urgell', the Parador´s restaurant, can be accessed directly from
the street or from the Parador itself. Here, both registered and non-registered
guests can savor the delights and flavors of the Lérida region. |
| VIELHA
- LLEIDA PROVINCE, CATALAN PYRENEES |
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| Vielha
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a resort town serving the major ski resort of Baqueira Beret. Baqueira-Beret
is the most outstanding of the eleven ski resorts to be found in the Catalonia
Pyrenees. Many skiing fans from Spain and abroad believe that Baqueira
has some of the best pistes in Europe. In Vielha, the capital of
the Arán valley, there is an Ice Palace with ice-skating rink and
heated swimming pool - the town is the centre for leisure and entertainment
in the area close to the ski resort. |
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Hotel
Pirene, Vielha, Val d'Aran
A warm and comfortable family
hotel that is situated in a privileged position in upper Vielha with marvellous
views of the valley. The Hotel Pirene can be found in Vielha, the
capital of the Val d'Aran. It is a beautiful area with its own distinct
and exquisite character, bordered by both France and Spain. The Val
d'Aran was isolated throughout the long, hard winters until the construction
of the Vielha tunnel only 50 years ago. This in some ways has conserved
the customs and traditions unique to the valley and its language - Aranese.
We offer our clients a professional and family orientated service.
Single, double, triple and family rooms are available. All are comfortable
and cosy with marvellous views of the valley. |
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Parador
de Vielha, Vielha, Lleida Province (Pyrenees)
The hotel is in an area
of unparalleled beauty, the Arán valley, of green and white landscapes
beneath the radiant light of the Pyrenees of Lleida. Ideal for skiers,
ramblers and nature-lovers, the hotel’s rooms offer unbeatable views of
the mountains, even more spectacular from the circular glazed restaurant.
Many of the hotel’s bedrooms have views of the valley and terrace.
Come to the Parador de Vielha for an unforgettable experience. Let the
beauties of the Arán valley bewitch you, and relax in the Spa of
the Parador. Try the services of the Vielha Spa. We recommend satisfying
your hearty mountain appetite with traditional Pyrenean dishes such as
civet of wild boar, pescajus pancakes with cream or the delicious local
stew, olla aranesa. |
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