Having A Great Time In El Arenal
Attractions for mountain lovers
Thousands of tourists stop every year in the beautiful Arenas del San Pedro having as main purpose to make their way up to the spectacular villages of El Arenal and El Hornillo. The two amazing villages represent the perfect trailheads for some of the most fantastic mountain walks in Spain.
Prepare yourself with a lot of energy, because there are no buses that connect the village of El Arenal and the beautiful town of Arenas; you only have the picturesque track that runs between the crystal clear river and the road.
If you think about accommodation, then only take El Arenal into consideration. El Arenal is the village responsible with the accommodation for the region, because it has the best offer.
Those who decide to spend a few days in this picturesque region should choose the Hostal Isabel; this hostel is a great choice for one other reason than the wonderful conditions it offers: the owner is a fantastic connoisseur of the routes that can relax you with their breathtaking views. If you are a great nature lover, follow the Puerto de Cabrilla path or the Puerto Del Pico.
Other attractions
El Hornillo is situated very close to the beautiful El Arenal, so tourists should not miss it if they plan to spend a couple of days in the area. The trekking routes are splendid: Circo de Gredos that passes over the amazing Gredos watershed is the most popular in the area, but you should also take into consideration following the treks that pass to Candeleda.
Part of the amazing Avila
Both El Arenal and El Hornillo are part of the amazing municipality of Avila, the one that tourists love to visit due to the fact that it is situated just 100 kilometers away from the famous and popular Spanish capital, Madrid.
The city attracts the attention and the curiosity of tourists because it is a typical example of Spanish medieval town being guarded by no less than 88 watch towers.
The city of Avila is considered by specialists as being one of the best preserved medieval sites in the whole world. You should visit it, as it also has a few other monuments that deserve your entire attention, such as the San Vicente Basilica, dating back to the 12th century. If you decide to visit a part of Spain, take this one into consideration, as I am sure that you will have a memorable holiday.