Spain is one of the most favorite tourism destinations among Britons, who represented 22 percent of some 20 million international visitors that Spain welcomed last year. Most of the British tourists visit Spain during summers, and the majority of them either head for the Mediterranean beach resorts and Balearic Islands or big cities like Barcelona, Madrid and Granada. Very few people know that northern Spain is the most overlooked as well as beautiful side of Spain.
Why North of Spain
Breathtaking landscapes, intoxicating fine wines made from fresh fruit in the vine city La Rioja, and delectable food are just some of the reasons to visit north of Spain. San Sebastian is the highlight of Northern Spain. The crystal clear water in the summers and the foggy outcast in the winters add to the jaw dropping beauty of the coast and the region all around the year. The landscape of Northern Spain is made very diverse with the presence of rugged mountain parks like Urederra in Navarra. Crisp blue water flows in streams and forms water falls in these mountainous parks, making the view delightfully picturesque. The mountain range in Asturias is a paradise for hikers and skiers and known to be one of the highest and most attractive ranges in all of Europe!
Traveling to Northern Spain is a real treat. The beauty of pearl blue beaches and green mountains is doubled by the refreshing 24 hour journey to the region from the ferries in England. What is more beautiful about the attractions in the North is the scant commercialization of region in contrast to the South. The valleys, coasts and mountain ranges aren’t inhabited by large numbers and are therefore, a lot more peaceful and less noisy.
Ferry to Spain from UK
Services from LD lines and Brittany Ferries connect England to the sublime beaches and awe-inspiring mountains of Northern Spain through 5 different routes. These ferries depart from Poole, Portsmouth and Plymouth, and cruise towards Santador, Bilbao and Gijon. The journey takes around 20 to 26 hours and entails the mesmerizing view of the deep blue sea and the setting sun.
The fares are quite reasonable for the experience the journey offers. Depending upon the ferry that you take, the fare may vary from 500 Pounds to 540 Pounds. They have enough space for your car and a give you a cabin which sleeps two people. The romance of this plush cabin invites young couples and tourists to spend a night or two in Santador and Bilbao. Privacy, comfort and exclusivity are things that you can take for granted during this enchanting cruise.
Once the ferry has reached its destination, the tourists can travel by road to places further North and East, reaching out to the attractions. Places like the Basque coast or San Sebastian aren’t very far away from Santador, and can easily be reached via road. The road drive is not less than spectacular. You can only imagine winding on the nicely curved roads running through the rugged mountains, overlooking the cloud-covered green valleys. There are new low-cost ferries sail weekly and provide accessibility to the scenic beaches and mountains in the North at a lower price.
The experience in the North of Spain puts the tourists in close contact with the nature and landscape, a polar opposite to what the South of Spain does. The quiet majestic mountains overlooking lush green valleys, and the sun shining on the bright blue coastal waters revitalizes the soul and the body. So, don’t miss out on the real Spain. The next time you go to Spain, board a ferry to its north.
