Our guide
Located between the Spanish Pyrenees and the Ebro Valley, Aragon is a region full of contrasts. Among the must-see attractions are the Ordesa y Monte Perdido National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site; the spectacular Monastery of Piedra and its waterfalls; Loarre Castle, one of the most beautiful Romanesque fortresses in Spain; and the medieval village of Albarracín, often ranked among the most beautiful in the country.
Aragon is also a land of culture: if you love history and spectacular landscapes, don’t miss the Mudejar architecture of Teruel (UNESCO), the Monastery of San Juan de la Peña, the village of Alquézar perched above the gorges of the Sierra de Guara, or the Mallos de Riglos, impressive red sandstone monoliths popular with climbers.
The easiest way to discover Aragon by train is to arrive in Zaragoza (Zaragoza-Delicias), easily accessible from France: via Barcelona (Paris–Barcelona by TGV then AVE in just 1.5 hours), via Madrid (AVE Marseille–Madrid then AVE Madrid–Zaragoza, with numerous daily departures), or via Toulouse–Pau–Bedous–Canfranc, a more scenic route through the Pyrenees.
Once there, Aragon’s cities are well connected: regional trains link Zaragoza to Teruel, Huesca, and Calatayud, while buses give you access to charming villages and natural sites like Ordesa, Albarracín, and Alquézar. Inside the cities, you can get around easily on foot, by tram, or by bus. In short, Aragon is a perfect destination for a 4–6 day trip, combining culture, nature, and gastronomy — all without a car.