Ordesa and Monte Perdido National Park lies in the Pyrenees, in the Aragon region of northern Spain, with the village of Torla among the places from which visitors usually set out. It is a mountain landscape of limestone cliffs, waterfalls and high alpine valleys, and it carries UNESCO World Heritage status.
What the park offers
The park is built around its scenery. Steep limestone walls rise above deep valleys, and waterfalls drop through them in the warmer months. The valleys are quiet and clear, and the high peaks give the area its character. The best-known summit is Monte Perdido, which gives the park its name.
Who the visit suits
The park is best known for its hiking trails, which range across the valleys and up toward the high ground. A visit tends to suit:
- walkers who enjoy long days on mountain paths
- photographers drawn to cliffs, water and wide views
- visitors who prefer a slower pace in open country
Around the park
Torla, the village at the edge of the park, is a practical base for a stay, with places to eat and sleep before and after a day on the trails. The surrounding Aragonese Pyrenees offer further valleys and villages to explore. Because the terrain is mountainous, it is worth planning routes with care and checking conditions before setting out.