One of the highlights of Spain is the unmatched natural beauty that the country possesses. If you are planning your summer holidays in Spain and are seeking to unravel the beauty and soak in the serene aura that some of the world’s most beautiful natural wonders have to offer, we have just the perfect places in mind for you.
Spain, being Europe’s second most mountainous country after Switzerland, offers some of the most stunning mountain sceneries that one must take the time out to explore at least once in their lifetime. Following is a list of some of the top favourites:
Picos de Europa Mountains
This is just about the perfect place to add to your list, especially if you want to unravel the stunning natural beauty that Mother Nature has to offer. These mountain ranges are located in the North of Spain, stretching along the coasts of Asturias and Cantabria and offer some of the most astoundingly beautiful mountain sceneries.
Popular amongst hikers and nature enthusiasts, Picos de Europa Mountains also inhabit a myriad of bird species that you will love exploring. The beauty of the northern coastline is further enhanced by these stunning mountain ranges located in the backdrop.
Montserrat Mountains
Montserrat, located near the city of Barcelona in Catalonia, offers a lot more than simply the towering mountainous beauty. The word Montserrat means ‘serrated edge’ owing to the distinct shape that these mountains take and offers stunning views of Catalonia.
These mountain ranges also hold great spiritual significance as it houses the residence for the Benedictine abbey, Santa Maria de Montserrat. Tourists wishing to explore the exquisite and unique beauty of the Montserrat Mountains must visit the Natural Park as it inhibits stunning wildlife and eye-catchingly beautiful vegetation.
Sierra de los Gredos
If you are travelling to Spain during spring, Sierra de los Gredos is the place you need to be. Sierra de los Gredos is located just west of Madrid. These mountain ranges have long attracted tourists from across the globe owing to its unique terrain and rare natural beauty. Spring season brings a further oomph factor to this already beautiful site by adding colours from the full-bloomed cherry blossom trees.
Sierra Nevada
These mountain ranges are located in the region of Andalucia, provinces of Granada and Almería in the south of Spain and offer stunningly beautiful snow-capped mountain ranges that are just perfect for anyone seeking to indulge in skiing. Sierra Nevada has long attracted tourists owing not only to the highest peak of the country but also some of the best ski sites.
Other activities include trekking, hiking and also offering some of the most indulging mountaineering trips. There are also a lot many charming villages located in the foothills of these mountain ranges that you will love exploring on your hike up the mountains.
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