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
The price is ₹9,155 per night from 6 May to 7 May
₹9,155
per night
6 May - 7 May
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Biescas. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking and breakfast. Popular attractions Tena Valley and Cascada D'Os Lucas are ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (55 reviews)
NIce modern Spanish hotel
"Clean and comfortable with good value in a nice town."

Reviewed on 1 Sep 2023

Tierra De Biescas Hotel
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 terrace. Popular attractions Tena Valley and Parque Faunístico Lacuniacha are ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (20 reviews)
PUENTE LARGO
"Estancia agradable para visitar la zona y hacer senderismo. En el establecimiento la atención personal excelente en recepción. Hemos tenido problemas a la hora de bañarnos en la piscina, pues cuando hemos ido la hemos encontrado cerrada fuera de servicio, por lo que es como si no hubiera piscina. ..."

Reviewed on 4 Jul 2023

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 ₹15,314 per night from 12 May to 13 May
₹15,314
per night
12 May - 13 May
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Canfranc. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants and breakfast. Popular attractions Candanchu Ski Resort and Astun Ski Resort are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (61 reviews)
Fabulous building and location
"Our room was very comfortable and clean. We found the temperature too high in the middle of the night. I would have liked a small bar of soap for washing my face. I (female) did not like the warm toilet seat, or the fact that the toilet flushed as soon as I stood up and before I had a chance to put ..."

Reviewed on 22 Apr 2024

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.
Garden & City Cauterets Balneo
Garden & City Cauterets Balneo
3 out of 5
11 avenue du General Leclerc, Cauterets, Hautes-Pyrenees
Stay at this 3-star spa residence in Cauterets. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Cauterets Baths and Cirque du Lys ...
7.8/10 Good! (173 reviews)
"Nice central place in Cauterets. Only problem is the parking situation if you didn’t reserve in advance."

Reviewed on 18 Mar 2024

Garden & City Cauterets Balneo
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 terrace. Popular attractions Tena Valley and Parque Faunístico Lacuniacha are ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (20 reviews)
PUENTE LARGO
"Estancia agradable para visitar la zona y hacer senderismo. En el establecimiento la atención personal excelente en recepción. Hemos tenido problemas a la hora de bañarnos en la piscina, pues cuando hemos ido la hemos encontrado cerrada fuera de servicio, por lo que es como si no hubiera piscina. ..."

Reviewed on 4 Jul 2023

Complejo Bubal Formigal 3000
Résidence Les Balcons de l'Yse
Résidence Les Balcons de l'Yse
3 out of 5
2 Route des Astes, Luz-Saint-Sauveur, Hautes-Pyrénées
Stay at this aparthotel in Luz-Saint-Sauveur. Enjoy free parking, a children's pool and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Luz Ardiden Ski Resort and Aulian ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (61 reviews)
"Great views. Comfortable stay."

Reviewed on 16 Jul 2023

Résidence Les Balcons de l'Yse
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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29 May 2019

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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