Today, it was time to slowly make our way from the Pyrenees Mountains towards the Costa del Sol. The weather was better than the previous day, so we drove leisurely, stopping along the way to admire the mountains and the river. We had spent the night in the village of Plan, which is accessible via only one road, so we drove back the same beautiful road we had traveled in the rain the day before. Now, we could truly enjoy the road and admire the narrow gorge surrounded by mountains and forests.
Early on, we spotted a small detour to a beautiful canyon called Caรฑรณn de Aรฑisclo. There was a small parking lot by the road, just large enough for a few cars, where we could leave our car during the visit. The place didn’t seem too crowded, but if a few other cars are there at the same time, you might have to look for parking a short distance away. Fortunately, we were lucky, and there was only one other car, so we easily found a spot.
The trail to the canyon started directly from this parking lot. The descent involved steep stairs, some of which were in varying conditions, with some already quite deteriorated, so caution was necessary.
Upon reaching the bottom of the canyon, we were greeted by a turquoise blue river flowing between the walls of the canyon. You could walk along the river for some distance, but the ground was quite slippery due to the water. However, there was a rope railing installed for safety, providing something to hold onto while walking. The place was incredibly beautiful and definitely recommended for a short stop if you happen to be in the area.
Farewell to the Pyrenees Mountains
Overall, the Pyrenees Mountains offered truly stunning landscapes and charming little villages. Although the Pyrenees may not be as well-known as the Alps or the Dolomites, I would say they are just as impressive, especially for those who have already explored the Alps and the Dolomites. The Pyrenees Mountains were relatively unknown to us beforehand, and we didn’t expect such extensive and impressive mountain range. The highest peak in the Pyrenees, Pic D’Aneto, rises to 3,404 meters, so there are indeed high peaks to be found here.
At the end of the day, we drove all the way to the coast, to the small town of La Rร pita in the Costa Daurada area, covering roughly 320 kilometers. We booked accommodation at Hotel Restaurant Juanito Platja, located right on the beachfront, with a balcony overlooking the sea. There’s nothing better than sitting on the balcony after a long day, enjoying the sea view and the starry sky. The hotel was a decent one, and a big plus was the delicious breakfast served outdoors with a view of the sea.
