Holiday cottages in the Vall de Núria

What can I do in the Vall de Núria and its holiday cottages?

A valley located in the Catalan Pyrenees, in the Ripollès region, a must-see for hikers and bird lovers. Its history is steeped in legends and traditions, as well as a rich cultural and religious heritage. According to legend, the Vall de Núria owes its name to a young shepherdess who discovered an image of the Virgin Mary in a cave, taking refuge in it during a storm. From that moment on, the valley became a place of pilgrimage and Marian devotion.

In the twelfth century, a sanctuary was built in honor of the Virgin of Núria, which became an important pilgrimage center. During the Middle Ages, the Vall de Núria was inhabited by monks who looked after the sanctuary and by the pilgrims who came to the valley.
In the 19th century, with the rise of tourism in the region, it became a popular destination for lovers of nature and mountain sports. Infrastructures were built such as a hotel, a rack (the Cremallera de Núria, which still today transports visitors from Ribes de Freser to the Vall de Núria), and activities such as skiing, hiking and 'climbing.

What to do during your stay at a tourist accommodation in the vall de Núria?

In addition to the sanctuary, the valley has numerous hiking trails, high mountain lakes and a ski resort in the winter. Starting from the sanctuary itself, there are several routes that will allow you to discover the Pyrenean ecosystem, enjoy unique places and an environment rich in bird species that will delight ornithologists. One of the most classic itineraries leads to the Pic de l'Àliga hostel and from here takes the path that goes into the Roques de Totlomón . The valley is full of paths, but yes, the time of year must be taken into account when organizing the itineraries and the necessary equipment.