SALIENTES, the real rural world
(León)
If you want to discover something totally different, if you fancy an
unforgettable adventure in a typical Spanish village...this is your trip! The
whole family will enjoy the most this expetience, we guarantee it!
Salientes is a small mountain
village in a deep valley in the Northwest of the province of León. From above
it is seen as a great mass of slate roofs located on the banks of the river
that runs through the depth of the valley surrounded by mountains with the
highest peaks in the area and abundant vegetation.
This cute village with 60 inhabitants (twice in summer) and nestled at
1260m is an ideal place to enjoy the physical and emotional tranquillity
because of the sensation of feeling the real silence and sounds and smells of
the nature that it provides (far from the typical characterizing the large
urban areas). While strolling along the paths that were once travelled by
animals, you will discover diverse and picturesque natural landscapes which are
part of the brown bear habitat. Salientes offers an endless variety of trails
and hiking paths for those who want to breathe the fresh air, enjoy the
breathtaking views and admire its rich and diverse vegetation. There are many
routes you can choose including peaks above 2000m altitude and water sources
that flow throughout the year. Once there we will discover the fantastic
surroundings, where history, culture and gastronomy await you.
We will stay at one of the most charming houses that adreaminSpain has
ever seen. A typical rustic house at the top of the village with barn and
stable with no frills but with a beauty and charm that you'll love. It has 3
double bedrooms, bathroom, kitchen and much more better you discover once
there!
But along the way it is possible to stop at some noteworthy places listed below:
- Arévalo
(great Mudéjar example), Medina del Campo (with its impressive
Moorish-style XV C. Castle) or Rueda (Valladolid) - All have been declared
Historical-Artistic Sites and are located in an area known internationally
for its famous wines. If you like the world related to the vine here you
will really enjoy! Specifically, five Designation of Origin await you:
Ribera del Duero, Rueda, Cigales, Toro and Tierra de León (red, white and
pink wines). Does it sound tempting?
- Tordesillas
or Benavente are other remarkable locations before reaching the compulsory
stop in the city of León, the former capital of the Kingdom in
the Middle Ages. Its Cathedral, one of the most spectacular Gothic
buildings in Spain with its 1800 m2 of stained glass and the Basilica of
San Isidoro, the "Sistine Chapel" of the Spanish Romanesque, are
the key points of this ancient Roman camp. Historical stage in the
"Camino de Santiago" has other many interesting places such as
the Main Square with the Baroque style Town Hall, the Palace Conde de
Luna, the Botines House (Gaudí´s work) and some other religious buildings.
You will walk around the "Húmedo" district with its abundance of
places where you can taste typical wines, accompanied by an imaginative
collection of succulent "tapas". The natural lands of "Las
Médulas" (UNESCO World Heritage Site) is a good choice as well.
- From here
to the final destination we have the opportunity stopping at other
noticeable places such as the towns of Hospital de Órbigo, Astorga or
Ponferrada.
- Due to its
great location, the small town of Salientes is a perfect starting point
for trips a little bit further and adreaminSpain can arrange a trip to
Oviedo or Gijón in Asturias, Galicia region or even a raid to the
neighbouring Portugal.
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