For natural beauty and striking scenery the Catalan Pyrenees are truly equipped with some of the best in the world. The varied landscape which incorporates coastline, mountain peaks and deep valleys in a climate which alternates between being sun-kissed, to snow-covered, result in this region of Catalunya being highly attractive to all walks of life as a holiday destination. Visitors here can find facilities to enjoy the most exhilarating physical sports as well as recreation, which is somewhat more relaxing.

The Catalan Pyrenees are just an hour north of Barcelona and here you can find very different adventures to those found in Catalunya’s capital metropolis. Some of the best walking and hiking routes in all of Spain are yours for the taking and there are several companies offering adventure tours to suit individual requirements and tastes. There are single-day excursions or perhaps you desire something a little longer in duration, either way all you will need is a quality pair of trekking boots and a sense of adventure to enjoy the vast expanse of spectacular rivers, waterfalls, sweeping valleys and panoramic views.

If adventure walking is not your cup of tea, why not consider hitting the rivers for some adrenaline-fuelled white water sport in a kayak, canoe or even hydro-speed craft! The quality of the waters here have allowed this region to become a key adventure sports destination and the Catalan Pyrenees have also played host to the World Freestyle Kayaking Championship.

The majority of visitors to this part of Spain come for the ‘winter-sports’ and with no less than 16 resorts to accommodate snow-seekers it is no wonder why. Visitors can enjoy snowboarding, both downhill and cross-country skiing, snowmobiling, snowshoeing and even dog sleighing up in the mountains on a typical winter-holiday here. The most popular ski-resorts are Baqueira-Beret, Boí-Taüll and La Molina, which offer some of the best Skiing in Spain, if not Europe.