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Would you like to discover the city where Mudejar architecture mingles with Roman remains, and where local cuisine is enjoyed in a palatial setting, Zaragoza? Zaragoza is easily accessible by train from Paris and other major European cities!
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Zaragoza by train: the essential stopover between Madrid and Barcelona
Here's our guide to a city-trip of culture, gastronomy and heritage, without planes or cars.
If you want to get away without a plane or a car, the good news is that you can get to Zaragoza very easily by train! There are several possible routes from France:
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The Canfranero: the rebirth of the Zaragoza-Canfranc line and the legendary station in the Pyrenees
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À Zaragoza The Ribera district, with its cobbled streets and colorful facades, contrasts with the majestic Aljafería palace, a jewel of Mudejar architecture. The Basilica de la Seo, with its Gothic vaults, offers a moment of silence in the heart of the city. The lively streets invite you to sample tapas and the famous ternasco, while the cafés in the center offer a refreshing break.
Once there, you can do it all on foot, by streetcar or by bus. In short, the ideal destination for a 4 to 5-day city trip in Spain, 100% accessible by train.
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What to do in Zaragoza?
Want to discover Spain by train and visit Zaragoza ? The capital of Aragon and the country's fifth-largest city, Aragon combines a thousand-year-old heritage with a friendly atmosphere on the banks of the River Ebro. Not to be missed: the Pilar Basilica the Seo and the Aljafería Palace a UNESCO-listed Hispano-Muslim jewel. Add to this the Roman remains of Caesaraugusta and you've already got a fine summary of Aragonese history.
On the modern side, Zaragoza will surprise you with the architecture of the Expo 2008 (Zaha Hadid bridge pavilion, Tour de l'Eau, Aquarium fluvial). If you like tapas, head for the El Tubo ! And to take a breather between visits, take a stroll through the José Antonio Labordeta Park or take a trip to the Monasterio de Piedra with its spectacular waterfalls.
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Spain: 10 places to visit for free in Zaragoza
💡 Good to know To make a reservation on the Renfe website, type the name of the town in Spanish (Zaragoza not Zaragoza).
You can also explore other cities in Spain:
If you want to keep traveling, explore our ready-made loops departing from Zaragosa:
This guide is produced in partnership with the tourism office:
Train emits about 6x less CO₂ than plane over 840 km.
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