VISIT

The Pyrenees are fascinating, not only for its birds but also for its spectaculair landscapes and ancient history. It has some of the finest monuments of Spain, which offer not only architecture but also interesting birds as in the case of San Juan de la Peña, Loarre and Alquezar.

If you travel by car, the Spanish Central Pyrenees can be entered from the North at te Somport, near the village of Canfranc. The distance from Paris to Canfranc is nearly 1,200 km. From Barcelona airport, where you can hire a car, it is about 300 km. by good roads. Ryan Air has daily flights London Standsted – Zaragoza, which is only 90 km. distance from the Pyrenees.

Detailed maps of the Pyrenees are recommended e.g. 1:25,000; edition of Editorials Alpino and Pirineo, showing contour lines. These can be bought in most of the mountain villages in shops, hotels and campings.

Spring and summer (Februari - July) is the   most popular time for a birding trip but winter is excellent too and autumn is good for hiking as well as watching vultures.

We can provide groups and individuals with a local expert and an English speaker and organise tours to ensure there are no communication problems on your holiday and you get to the best birding spots.

We recommend one of our Rustic Holiday Homes, placed at the foothills of the Pyrenees and in the centre of a wider birdwatching area.