Among the imposing peaks of the Aragonese Pyrenees, where the light twinkles on the carpet of snow and the air smells of pine and frost, lies one of Spain's most unusual lodgings: Hotel Canfranc Estación. What was once a bustling railroad station is today an elegant haven for lovers of ski, gastronomy and mountain atmosphere.
From this icon of architecture and history, discover the ski resorts of Astún and Candanchú, snowshoe along quiet pine forests or trek crampons to frozen waterfalls. In the evening, the tranquility of the wellness center awaits, the scent of warm herbs in the spa and the refined ritual of a gourmet dinner.
An absolute must? A panoramic flight over Ordesa National Park, where you'll see the peaks of the Pyrenees glide beneath you like a sea of white, an experience that will linger.
Day 1 Arrival in Aragon
You'll travel from Brussels to Zaragoza, or take the car for a scenic drive through the winding mountain passes of the Aragonese Pyrenees. Accommodation with character awaits you in Canfranc: the majestic Hotel Canfranc Estación, once a border station between Spain and France, today a pearl of elegance and design.
Upon arrival, clink on to the start of your winter adventure with a glass of cava in La Biblioteca Bar, followed by a refined dinner in Restaurant 1928, where Aragonese cuisine is given a contemporary touch.
Day 2 First ski day in Astún
After a full breakfast with views of the snowy peaks, depart for Astún, just a 15-minute drive away. Thanks to Caractère's service, your ski pass is already waiting for you and your transfer is arranged. Enjoy wide slopes, a sun-drenched panorama and an atmosphere that feels both lively and relaxed at the same time.
After the ski day, the wellness beckons: a heated pool with mountain views, a massage with aromatic oils, or just the silence of the snow outside. In the evening, the fireplace and a glass of wine with soft jazz await.
Day 3 Skiing in Candanchú & snowshoeing
Today you will explore Candanchú, one of the oldest ski resorts in Spain. Less crowded, authentic and surrounded by breathtaking nature. Here you will experience skiing as it was once intended: pure and unhurried.
In the afternoon you will return to the hotel for some rest, after which you will head back into the snow. A guided snowshoe hike at sunset will take you past snowy pines and open valleys. As the sky turns pink and silence envelops you, the hot beverage along the way tastes all the better.
Day 4 The Pyrenees from the air & visit to Jaca
After breakfast, drive to Santa Cilia Airfield, near Jaca, for an unforgettable moment: a one-hour panoramic flight over the Aragonese Pyrenees and Ordesa National Park. Below you, gorges, mountain lakes and endless snow plains unfold, a true spectacle of nature and light.
After the flight, Jaca is the ideal stop for lunch at a local bodega. Then stroll through the charming old town with its ramparts and Romanesque cathedral, or try your skating skills on the Olympic ice rink.
Day 5 Free day of skiing in Astún or Candanchú
Today you choose for yourself: get back on the slats in Astún with its wide runs and mountain panoramas, or in Candanchú, where the atmosphere is still reminiscent of the pioneer days of skiing. Both areas are accessible with one ski pass.
After an active day, relaxation awaits: a dip in the heated pool, a sauna or a good glass of wine in La Biblioteca Bar.
Day 6
Today you will discover the Pyrenees up close. Together with a mountain guide, you will take a winter hike with crampons through the Canfranc Valley. You'll hike past frozen waterfalls and silent forests where only your footsteps break the silence.
In the evening, end your trip in style: a culinary dinner with wine pairing at restaurant 1928, where local ingredients and refined flavors come together to create a final ode to the mountains.
Day 7 Back home
After a final breakfast at the hotel, say goodbye to Canfranc and travel back home.
Do you have the time? Make a stop along the way in Huesca, with its charming old town, or visit the impressive castle of Loarre, overlooking the Aragonese plains, a fitting end to a winter journey full of grandeur, silence and beauty.
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