The Pyrenees are a land of legends and an infinite cultural richness. Ancient rites and traditions have withstood the test of time and remain alive to this day. One of the most visible of these is the “espantabruxas.” Placed atop the chimneys of houses, they are a tangible legacy of a millennia-old worldview that you … Read more
Legend has it that a nobleman from Aragón, Juan de Atarés, spent his days in this cave, praying and surviving on what nature provided. One day, he heard footsteps outside the cave. Upon stepping out, he saw a knight dressed in splendid attire. Surprised, the knight asked him why a man of nobility was living … Read more
How the Pyrenees Were Created The legend tells that long ago, Geryon, a three-headed ogre, defeated and killed King Tubal, father of Pyrene. Pyrene, who was in love with Hercules and waiting for him to return from battle, fled to the forests of the plains—home to gods, demigods, and men—to hide from the horrible three-headed … Read more
