Tales of the Pyrenees
Embark on a unique journey with Pyrenees Travels and uncover the fascinating tales of the Pyrenees, told by local guides. Experts in the region, they’ll transport you to a world of legends, traditions, and breathtaking landscapes that have captivated travelers for centuries.
The Dragon of Peña Oroel.
In the surroundings of Jaca, in the Spanish Pyrenees a town that was once the capital of the Kingdom of Aragon there lies the tale of the Dragon of Oroel. According to this ancient legend, a fearsome dragon dwelled in a cave on the slopes of the iconic Peña Oroel, terrorizing the villagers of the … Read more
The tale of Monte Perdido, the highest mountain in Ordesa National Park
That is the origin of Monte Perdido, one of the most majestic and beautiful mountains in our Spanish Pyrenees. It rises with ice and stone, just like the heart of the shepherd. Tale has it that long ago, the place where the mighty Monte Perdido now stands was a vast stretch of green meadows.It was … Read more
The Legend of the Witch of Riglos
The story of a giant woman who lives alone among the rock towers, transformed into a witch in the legend of Riglos. In the south of the Pyrenees, rises an impressive rock formation. Towering vertical conglomerate walls, sculpted by time, shape a truly unique natural landscape. The Mallos de Riglos are a haven for adventure … Read more
The Legend of the Conquest of Alquézar
How a Christian woman took the Moorish castle of the beautiful town of Alquézar, in our region of the Spanish Pyrenees. Legend has it that the tyrant Moorish king, Jalaf Ibn Rasid, during his reign in Alquézar (Huesca) and the vast region of Somontano in Spanish Pyrenees, demanded that the most beautiful virgin maidens of … Read more
The Bearded Vulture.
The bearded vulture soars through the skies of the Pyrenees appearance resembles more that of an eagle than a vulture, and it has a distinctive black «beard» under its beak. We call it the bearded vulture (quebrantahuesos in Spanish) because of one remarkable behavior: it picks up bones that are too large (over 30 cm) … Read more
The Aneto Legend
The last flames of the immense fire that killed Pyrene died out, and the snow covered everything. But with the thaw, life began to return to the forest. Little by little, green meadows emerged, and beautiful flowers bloomed. The rivers regained their energy, and the mountain lakes filled up. Animals and the balance of nature … Read more
The «Witch-Scaring» Chimneys
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
The Edelweiss
A handsome young man fell in love with Edelweiss, a beautiful woman with white hair and grayish eyes. When he confessed his love to her, she challenged him with a great feat: to find a legendary flower that grew in the high mountains, a symbol of true love.– Beautiful Edelweiss, what is it that you … Read more
The Legend of San Juan de la Peña
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
The Cardincha, Magical Symbol
The cardincha (Carlina acaulis) is a Pyrenean symbol that spreads across our mountain range. It grows abundantly in the grasslands of the Pyrenees, and a stroll through our villages is enough to spot it hanging on the doors of many homes. Tradition tells us that the cardincha possesses immense protective power. It helps ward off … Read more
