Biescas Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Biescas

Take a break in Biescas and enjoy a more active holiday in natural surroundings of incomparable beauty.

Biescas is a town in the province of Huesca. Located nearly 3,000 feet above an ancient glacial valley, it stretches on both sides of the River Gállego, and is an attractive place to enjoy some leisure, sport and tourism. Read on and book one of our cheap trips to Biescas!

During the months of December to February, the mercury in Biescas won’t go much higher than 3 degrees, excellent news for ski lovers. Just 13 miles from the town is the Aramón Formigal ski resort, the perfect place to hit the slopes, whether you're just starting out or are a pro ready for the black pistes.

Another of the attractions in Biescas that you won't want to miss is the Ordesa and Monte Perdido national park. There you’ll find routes of all levels of difficulty, so you can enjoy some hiking as you take in the stunning waterfalls and beautiful wild fauna.

On your trip to Biescas, you’ll even be able to take an adrenaline-pumping trip down the Valle de Tena zip line, the longest double zip line in Europe. It’s really the most fun, most original way to enjoy the Tena valley, as you fly over Lake Búbal 400 feet of the ground. Are you brave enough to give it a go on your package holiday to Biescas?

If you're looking for something a little more relaxed, you’ll want to head on over to the museum of La Torraza, located in an old fort estate that dates back to 1580. You’ll find an attractive exhibition of illustrative posters, models, items and audiovisual media that will take you back in time to the 16th century and help you discover the geographical, architectural and historical context of the period.

The closest airport to Biescas is Pamplona, 80 miles away, followed by Zaragoza, 90 miles away. If you prefer to travel by car, you can take the A-2 from Madrid or the A-22 and A-2 from Barcelona. You’re sure to find our deals on trips to Biescasirresistible!

Tierra De Biescas Hotel

Tierra De Biescas Hotel

4 out of 5
Paseo Del Canal S/n Biescas Huesca
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Biescas. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions La Sierra and Tena Valley are ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (68 reviews)
Mountain Retreat
Beautiful 4 star hotel in the mountains. I had a view of the pool, mountains and garden. I would stay here again!

Reviewed on 31 Aug 2025

Tierra De Biescas Hotel
Complejo Bubal Formigal 3000

Complejo Bubal Formigal 3000

2.5 out of 5
A-136, km 6 Biescas Biescas
The price is ₹30,755 per night from 30 Dec to 31 Dec
₹30,755
₹33,831 total
30 Dec - 31 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this ski aparthotel in Biescas. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool and a garden. Popular attractions Tena Valley and Parque Faunístico Lacuniacha are ...
7.8/10 Good! (26 reviews)
Encontramos un gusano entre las sábanas el primer dia

Reviewed on 23 Dec 2024

Complejo Bubal Formigal 3000
Canfranc Estación, A Royal Hideaway Hotel - Gran Lujo

Canfranc Estación, A Royal Hideaway Hotel - Gran Lujo

4 out of 5
Av. De Fernando el Católico, 2 Canfranc Huesca
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₹21,430 per night from 6 Jan to 7 Jan
₹21,430
₹23,573 total
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Canfranc. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (145 reviews)
Absolutely incredible stay and wonderful reception to the hotel.

Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025

Canfranc Estación, A Royal Hideaway Hotel - Gran Lujo
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Complejo Bubal Formigal 3000

Complejo Bubal Formigal 3000

2.5 out of 5
A-136, km 6 Biescas Biescas
Stay at this ski aparthotel in Biescas. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool and a garden. Popular attractions Tena Valley and Parque Faunístico Lacuniacha are ...
7.8/10 Good! (26 reviews)
Encontramos un gusano entre las sábanas el primer dia

Reviewed on 23 Dec 2024

Complejo Bubal Formigal 3000
Domaine Val de Roland

Domaine Val de Roland

3 out of 5
3 rue de la Lanne Luz-Saint-Sauveur Hautes-Pyrenees
Stay at this spa residence in Luz-Saint-Sauveur. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Luz Ardiden Ski Resort and Aulian ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (269 reviews)
Excellent
Nice staff, good price, very nice room

Reviewed on 11 Oct 2025

Domaine Val de Roland
Garden & City Cauterets Balneo

Garden & City Cauterets Balneo

3 out of 5
11 avenue du General Leclerc Cauterets Hautes-Pyrenees
Stay at this spa residence in Cauterets. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Cauterets Baths and La Galipette are located ...
8/10 Very Good! (245 reviews)
Great stay!

Reviewed on 19 Jul 2025

Garden & City Cauterets Balneo
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Pretty village with small river and lake/reservoir . Worth going to Canfranc just up from Jaca. This is the railway platform where the station scene in Dr Zhivago was filmed.

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