7 Spanish destinations you can't miss
Dinosaur Beach, Asturias
Very close to Lastres is this beach in Colunga where you can see the footprints left millions of years ago by the dinosaurs. The largest sauropod footprint fossils in the world to date have been found there. But you can also see other footprints, such as those of theropods or branchiopods, as well as remains of turtles, reptiles, plants...
There are some guided tours of the area and here is the Jurassic Museum, where you can see different remains and the stories of each of the species that have been found here. There are also guides who will be happy to answer all your questions.
Watch an explanatory video of the beach:
And if you feel like doing something different we recommend the Colunga waves for surfing. I'm sure you won't regret it.
Liencres, Cantabria
Just 9 km from Santander we find one of the most spectacular coastal towns in the north: with more than 8 km of coastline and declared a protected area, you can come across the Dunas de Liencres Natural Park. Over more than 25 years, various reforestation tasks have been carried out, meaning that today in Liencres there is a pine forest that also houses species such as orchids, among others.
And the best of all is that there is a wide range of possibilities of canyoning in Cantabria , which will mean that if you are going to spend a few days here you can organize an agenda with various activities. This way you will take the opportunity to get to know the community in a completely different way.
Hoces del Duratón, Segovia
Located in Segovia, they are ideal to get lost for a few hours and be enveloped by the magic of its landscapes where the canyons are the main stage. It was declared a Natural Park in 1989 and since then it has been given much more attention to both the ecosystems they inhabit and the great landscape value it has.
It is also a Special Protection Area for Birds, which is why various tasks are carried out to protect and recover this great natural environment.
One of the best alternatives to discover it is tour the Hoces on a canoe ride guided by a local instructor who knows everything regarding the park and the species that live there.
Calas de Mallorca
What can we say about Mallorca, one of the islands with the best landscapes that we have in our country without a doubt. Its coves are worth visiting at least once in your life. We highlight the following as essential:
- Cala Varques. It is one of the most virgin coves that we can find with crystal clear waters and white sand.
- Cala Mondragó. It is located within a natural park and you will find cliffs and pine trees.
- Sa Calobra. It is a natural pool with clear waters and surrounded by cliffs up to 200 meters high.
- Cala Turqueta. The turquoise waters gave it its name and being here is like going to paradise.
On this island I can only recommend coasteering options so that you can take advantage of its coasts in the best way possible. and funniest way possible.
Zahara de los Atunes, Cádiz
8 km of beach is one of the longest in all of Andalusia. It is also one of the most magical places in the Cadiz province from where you can see incredible sunsets and see the neighboring continent in the distance. For this and other reasons it is not surprising that every year it becomes one of the favorite destinations for those who want to spend the summer in the south of our country.
There are also various night areas of bars, restaurants and clubs in case you are one of those who want to combine your stay with this type of tourism.
And if you are going to spend more days in Cádiz, you can take a look at the various diving possibilities in the province. You will surely enjoy a unique stay.
Aínsa, Huesca
This town Aragonese is located in the high Pyrenees of Huesca and a large part of it is within the Sierra y Cañones de Guara Natural Park, declared a protected natural area in 1991, so rest assured that The environment seen here is truly spectacular.
Being Aínsa an area where you can find buildings such as Castles, Romanesque Churches or the main square where grapes were pressed in the past, in the immediate surroundings we can discover ravines, beech forests, caves and even cave paintings have been found.
Very close we have the Ordesa y Monte Perdido National Park, which is worth seeing and understanding why it has been named World Heritage by UNESCO.
Take a look at the canyoning alternatives in Huesca and get ready for a perfect getaway.
Valderrobres, Teruel
Because yes friend, Teruel exists! And the best of all is that it has wonderful places and towns like this, with a population of only about 2,500 inhabitants. The best known of this small town, located on a hill, is Peña Aznar, shaped like a table and from where it seems that in ancient times they defended themselves from Muslim attacks.
This town has been included in the list of the most beautiful towns in Spain, since it has a very important architectural heritage. It belongs to the Matarraña region, being one of the regions that receives the most visitors each year.
Here I leave you a link where you can more information about rafting activities in Teruel and organize a different getaway. Do you dare?
And you, have you been to any of these places? Which one would you like to know?
