In the Catalan Pyrenees of Spain and is characterized by its high mountain landscapes, glaciers, lakes and rivers.
Within the park are several mountain villages and hamlets, some with over 1,000 years of history, which offer a glimpse of the region’s traditional rural life and cultural heritage.
The park has a wide variety of landscapes, including peaks over 3,000 meters, spruce and black pine forests, crystal clear rivers and more than 200 glacial lakes.
The park is home to many animal species such as the golden eagle, marmot, chamois, deer and brown bear. There is also a great variety of plant species, some of them endemic to the Pyrenees.
The park has more than 200 km of hiking and trekking trails, as well as routes for climbing, mountaineering and water sports such as kayaking and canoeing.
A group of Romanesque churches located in the region of Alta Ribagorça, in the province of Lleida, Catalonia, Spain. These churches were built in the eleventh and twelfth centuries and are known for their unique Romanesque architecture.
The Romanesque churches of the Vall de Boí have a unique and distinctive architecture, characterized by their double-sloped roofs, cylindrical towers, semicircular arches and sculpted decorations.
In 2000, UNESCO declared the Romanesque churches of the Vall de Boí a World Heritage Site, recognizing their historical and cultural value.
The Romanesque churches of the Vall de Boí are decorated with brightly colored and well-preserved frescoes depicting religious scenes.
The Caldes de Boí Spa is located in a privileged natural environment, surrounded by mountains and overlooking the National Park of Aigüestortes and Estany de Sant Maurici. The thermal center has several springs of thermal waters, which gush at a temperature between 37 and 56 degrees Celsius, and have healing and therapeutic properties recognized since Roman times.
The thermal waters of the Caldes de Boí Spa have healing and therapeutic properties that are beneficial to health. These waters are rich in minerals such as calcium, magnesium, iron and sulfur, which have relaxing, anti-inflammatory, analgesic and toning effects on the body.
The Caldes de Boí Spa has modern and comfortable facilities that offer a unique relaxation and wellness experience. The thermal center has several thermal pools, saunas, Turkish baths, hydro-massage showers and massage and beauty treatment rooms.
El Balneario Caldes de Boí tiene una larga historia que se remonta a la época romana. Las aguas termales del balneario eran conocidas por sus propiedades curativas desde entonces, y se utilizaban para tratar afecciones como la artritis y la gota.
Boí Taüll Resort has a wide range of ski slopes, which extend over 45 km and are located between 2020 and 2751 meters above sea level. The ski resort is located in a privileged natural environment, surrounded by mountains and with spectacular views of the National Park of Aigüestortes and Estany de Sant Maurici.
Boí Taüll Resort has a wide range of ski slopes for all levels, from beginners to experts. The resort has 45 km of slopes that are divided into three zones: the beginner zone, the family zone and the expert zone.
The ski resort Boí Taüll Resort has modern facilities for the practice of winter sports, such as high-speed ski lifts, chairlifts and cable cars that allow access to the different areas of the slopes in a comfortable and fast way.
Boí Taüll Resort has a wide range of services for visitors, including accommodation in hotels, apartments and rural houses; restaurants and bars; sports equipment stores; ski and snowboard schools; and sports equipment rental services. In addition, the resort offers leisure activities for the whole family, such as snowshoeing, sledding and children's playgrounds.
The Falles del Pirineu or Fogueres de Sant Joan is a festival celebrated during the shortest night of the year, in which bonfires are lit in the streets and squares of the villages to welcome the summer solstice and to scare away evil spirits.
The bonfires of the Falles del Pirineu are especially large and spectacular. In some localities, pine trunks up to six meters high are burned.
In addition to the bonfires, some localities organize parades and activities for the whole family, such as concerts, traditional dances and fireworks.
This holiday has its origins in pagan rituals of Celtic culture, and was adapted by the Catholic Church as the feast of Sant Joan (St. John), which celebrates the birth of St. John the Baptist.
The Boí Valley, located in the Alta Ribagorza region in the province of Lleida, Spain, is a privileged place for the practice of winter sports and outdoor activities.
The Noguera Ribagorzana river that runs through the Boí Valley is a popular place for the practice of water sports, such as rafting. The rafting season in the Boí Valley is usually from May to September. The Noguera Ribagorzana river offers thrilling class III and IV rapids, making it an ideal place for adrenaline lovers.
The Boí Valley has two ski resorts, Boí Taüll Resort and Cerler, which offer excellent slopes for skiers of all levels. In addition, Boí Taüll Resort has a snowpark for freestyle skiers.
The Boí Valley is an ideal place for hiking, with numerous routes to explore the natural beauty of the area. The National Park of Aigüestortes and Estany de Sant Maurici, located in the Boí Valley, offers a wide variety of hiking routes for all levels, from gentle strolls to ascents to higher mountains.