Interactive maps of hiking and biking routes around Baqueira-Beret
1. You can zoom in/out using your mouse wheel, as well as move the map of Baqueira-Beret with your mouse.2. This interactive map presents two modes: 'Biking Routes' and 'Hiking Routes'. Use the '+' button on the map to switch between them.
Railway and landscape maps of Baqueira-Beret area
This Baqueira-Beret map has two modes: 'Railway Network' and 'Landscape & Rural Map'. Use the '+' button on the map to navigate.City tours, excursions and tickets in Baqueira-Beret and surroundings
Spain - moving around the country
Spain has a very long railway network measuring about 18 thousand kilometers. The main routes are laid through the capital, connecting it with the most remote parts of the country. Trains in Spain are divided into several types depending on the speed and level of comfort. Travelling in the old type budget trains is a lot cheaper but it does not offer much comfort. However, all the average trains are usually equipped with soft seats and air conditioning. There are luxury trains with first class wagons and fashionable restaurants inside. One of these is the “Andalus Express”. You can get a discount on a railway trip by purchasing in advance, return tickets. There is also, in Spain, a well-developed network of electric trains. This option is much more economical, compared to usual trains. In the cities, trains run every half hour. … OpenNature and parks of Spain
The relief of Spain is diverse. There are about 400 different national parks and reserves in the country. Here, you can find desert and mountain landscapes, marine and tropical zones, as well as a volcanic terrain. Most national parks and reserves are in the Canary Islands and the Balearic archipelago. One of the most popular among tourists is Teide Park on the island of Tenerife belonging to the Canary Islands. The park is located around the highest point of the country, the volcano Teide. The reserve features a desert landscape. Travelers are usually eager to make an ascent to the vent of the volcano. The funicular is waiting for those who do not want to go on foot. … OpenPhotogallery of Baqueira-Beret sights
Our guide to Baqueira-Beret
Shopping, streets and outlets
Most of the shops in Baqueira Beret are concentrated in the city center. It's a good idea to check out the Cuylás Ruda store, which shares the same building as the local ski school. Here you can buy all kinds of accessories you might need for winter activities. The store always presents a large selection of nice winter jackets for all family members, high-quality winter shoes, hats, and protective accessories. … Open
Attractions and active leisure
The region also offers excellent conditions for extreme sports so mountaineers visit it even in the middle of winter. Among the most exciting winter activities is kite skiing. At the same time, fans of less risky sports will enjoy many attractive areas for сross-country skiing. Baqueira Beret is perfect for family holidays. It has many gentle slopes that even small kids can ski on. For those who have long … Open
Cultural excursion through Baqueira-Beret - things to see
The exposition of this specialized museum is dedicated to mountaineering and skiing. Its visitors will get acquainted with the history of conquering the most famous mountain peaks in the region. Among its exhibits, you can see old climbing and sports equipment. The museum also houses an interesting collection of old photographs and newspaper clippings. The museum is not limited to just standard tours - in the warm … Open
Baqueira-Beret sightseeing
In the past, the valley, in which Baqueira-Beret is situated, was an isolated area that had almost no connection with the outer world. Because of this, local people could speak only one language – Aranese. In modern times, linguists agreed upon the fact that Aranese is a dialect of the Catalan language. Residents of Baqueira-Beret keep using this language in their everyday life. Children learn Aranese in schools, … Open