Walking Holidays in Spain - Mainland - Spain - Els Ports and Matarraña-Centred
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Walking Holiday Spain - Els Ports
Discover a rare opportunity to travel through a little-known region of Spain, unknown even to many Spaniards and one that sits astride the boundary of 3 Spanish regions-Valencia, Catalunya and Aragon. Travel through the dramatic rugged region of Els Ports, a landscape of spectacular mountainous scenery and jaw-droppingly pretty villages, it really is a treat for connoisseurs of “untamed” Europe. The walks offer the very best of Els Ports limestone landscape with vast outcrops of rock that fold and twist, rise in slender pinnacles. Think of ravines and rushing streams in this green and unusually lush part of Spain with further natural beauty in cool forest, plant species and deserted terraces enhancing your wanderings through every corner of Els Ports.
Your accommodation will be within a picture-perfect ancient village typical of the region with plenty of exploring opportunities in between your walks.
The Walking
We offer a selection of walks from an easy half day stroll along the river to Valderrobres, a significant town within the region with mighty walls and topped by a majestic castle, to a challenging full day hike up to Penyagalera Peak at 1029m with its walls of rock and expansive views.
Self-Guided
You can walk entirely at your own pace and we provide extensive walking notes giving distances, route directions, ascents, descents and walking times.
Guided
We offer 4 days guided walking which includes an English-speaking
guide and all required transport. There is also an option to have more guided
days if required.
Walk Grading
Self-guided: A selection of easy, moderate and challenging walks that you can choose from.
Included Not Included ü 7 night’s accommodation û Lunches & drinks with meals ü 7 dinners û Travel Insurance (required) ü Bus transfer from Barcelona airport to Tortosa
then private transfer to Beceite ü Baggage transfers between hotels (1
bag per person @20kg) ü Route notes & walking map Optional
Extras Ø ‘With flights’
includes typical flight prices* from London to Barcelona. Flights from many
local airports are also available (exact price for your dates available on
request) Ø 4 days guided
walking Ø Transfers from
Reus airport can be arranged at a supplement
All prices valid for 2022
Prices are per person in GBP / UK £ and are based on 7 nights half board* in a shared twin/double standard room.
Hotel Fonda Roda (Standard Grade)
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Dates |
With Flights |
Without Flights |
Extra Night |
Single Supplement |
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All year |
930 |
800 |
POA |
POA |
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Dates |
With Flights |
Without Flights |
Extra Night |
Single Supplement |
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01 Sep – 30 Oct |
1064 |
934 |
POA |
POA |
This map is for illustration purposes only and we cannot be held responsible for its accuracy.
Posada Roda
This is a long-established hostelry and was a former olive pressing centre for small-scale local olive producers. The entrance houses many artefacts and glass covered tanks used for this purpose. The posada offers simple, squeaky clean accommodation with everything needed for a comfy, hiking holiday. The owners are exceptionally kind, and the food is local, substantial and plentiful. There is a small bar and lounge area for guests.
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Font del Pas
Located outside of the village walls, cross the bridge and turn to your right to follow the ‘main’ for just 5 minutes passing the bus parking area and some newish townhouses on the left and you will come to Font del Pas.
With its riverside setting, garden, lawns and pool, this former mill is now a very comfortable hotel. Rooms are spacious with a calming décor, a separate sitting area and large bathroom. Public areas include two lounges with log burning stove and an outside terrace overlooking the lawn. The dining room offers excellent cuisine and wines. The owners are kind and co-operative to the needs of a walker.
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Availability Information
This region is available all year round although July and August may be too hot for some. This area has a dry climate with more precipitation in the winter months and a possibility of light snow during December to February.
Please note our best to go information is generally referring to the walking which may fall in the early or late season in some places. This may mean that not all tourist facilities will be open at the time you visit.
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