Autorondreis kust Valencia

About the destination: Barcelona is a city on the coast of northeastern Spain. It is the capital and largest city of the autonomous community of Catalonia, as well as the second most populous municipality of Spain. With a population of 1.6 million within city limits,[7] its urban area extends to numerous neighbouring municipalities within the Province of Barcelona and is home to around 4.8 million people, making it the fifth most populous urban area in the European Union after Paris, the Ruhr area, Madrid, and Milan. It is one of the largest metropolises on the Mediterranean Sea, located on the coast between the mouths of the rivers Llobregat and Besòs, and bounded to the west by the Serra de Collserola mountain range, the tallest peak of which is 512 metres (1,680 feet) high.

About the destination: Peñiscola is a town in the province of Castellón, on the Costa del Azahar, in the north of the Serra d'Irta along the Mediterranean coast. It is a popular tourist destination. It's more evident trademark is the impressive castle on the shore, built by the Knights Templar in the 14th century. Peñíscola is one of the most popular tourist resorts in the province of Castellón. The site of many historical convergences and divergences, Peñíscola has nevertheless remained a highly evocative place throughout the centuries. This Mediterranean city has perpetually been surrounded by fortified walls and the endless golden sands of its two beaches. A fairytale city, an almost magical place straight out of the movies. With its spectacular fortress, its steep narrow streets nestled within the city walls, its magnificent wetlands, golden beaches and the rugged Serra D’Irta Mountains, Peñíscola offers visitors a wide range of surprising and beautiful urban and natural environments to explore.

About the destination: Teruel, a small city in Aragón, is one of Spain’s best-kept secrets. Known as the “city of Mudejar,” it boasts a unique blend of Christian and Islamic architectural styles that earned it UNESCO World Heritage status. Walking through its compact historic center, you’ll spot the distinctive green-and-white glazed tiles, brick towers, and ornate facades that make the skyline so recognizable, especially the towers of San Martín, San Salvador, and the Cathedral of Santa María. Beyond its architecture, Teruel is famous for its tragic medieval love story: the Lovers of Teruel. Their mausoleum, located near the cathedral, is a must-visit, combining legend, sculpture, and history in an atmospheric setting. Wander through the nearby Plaza del Torico, the city’s lively heart, where the statue of a small bull perched on a column lends the square an iconic charm. This is a perfect place to sit at a terrace, sip a coffee or wine, and watch local life unfold. Food lovers will find plenty to enjoy in Teruel. The province is renowned for its cured ham, Jamón de Teruel, which holds a protected designation of origin and is served in everything from simple tapas to more elaborate dishes. You can also taste hearty mountain cuisine featuring game meats, stews, and local cheeses, best paired with wines from nearby appellations like Somontano or Cariñena. Don’t miss the traditional sweets, especially “suspiros de amante,” small cheese pastries with a romantic name inspired by the city’s legendary lovers. Teruel also works well as a base for exploring the surrounding province. Dinópolis, a dinosaur-themed park and museum, is a highlight for families and paleontology enthusiasts, showcasing the region’s rich fossil finds. The nearby Mudejar villages of Albarracín and Mora de Rubielos offer dramatic landscapes, medieval walls, and quiet stone streets that seem frozen in time. Whether you’re drawn by art and architecture, legends, or rural escapes, Teruel offers a rewarding, less crowded alternative to Spain’s more famous destinations.

About the destination: Torrevieja is a coastal town and center of tourism in the south of Alicante province in Costa Blanca, Spain. It is situated within the district of Vega Baja. Torrevieja has a protected Natural Park with two salt lakes, and 20 km of coastline containing six large beaches (La Mata, Cabo Cervera, Los Locos, El Cura, Los Náufragos and Ferris) and about 20 coves with an abundance of cliffs, or enjoy in the Sea and Salt Museum. The town centre is one of the best places, with a wide and diverse variety of quality shops to enjoy. You will also find plenty of shopping centres, water parks and great nightlife, with pubs located in the marinas.

About the destination: Gandia is a city and municipality in the Valencian Community. Gandia is located on the Costa del Azahar, 65 km south of Valencia between the mountains and the beaches of The Mediterranean. Every year, this touristic city greets the arrival of springtime with a spectacular pyrotechnic festival known as Las Fallas. Various events and entertainments take place over the period of a few days, culminating in the Feast of Saint Joseph on 19 March. With its long, wide, golden, sandy beaches Gandia is one of the major tourist destinations in Spain. Las Fallas de Gandia have been celebrated since the end of the XIX century. This typical Valencian festivity is held from 16th to 19th March, this is when visitors can enjoy the numerous falleros monuments and street animation

About the destination: Valencia prizes its huertas, orchards, of citrus fruit trees, which flourish despite the arid conditions. Here visitors will find monuments to water, or fountains, and celebrations of vegetation, or gardens. This provincial capital, the third largest city in Spain, also offers a variety of museums and ancient monuments and buildings, all with a distinctly Moorish and nautical flavour. Valencia is the birthplace of both paella and orxata de chufas, and it provides the most authentic setting for sampling them. From the Old Town rises the Gothic and neoclassical Seu, Metropolitan Cathedral. Its tower, the Micalet, offers a far-reaching panorama of the historic centre of the city. The inside of the cathedral is notable for its cool simplicity and simple, but beautiful, six-panel altarpiece. The Museu de la Seu, the Cathedral Museum, claims among other lesser treasures, two large Goyas and one of Spain’s several supposedly authentic Holy Grails. Nearby is the Llotja de la Seda, the former silk exchange, with its handsome pillars. No matter if you like the modern or the old, Valencia has everything to offer. You can get lost at night in the historic centre and walk in front of the illuminated cathedral or visit La Ciudad de las Artes y las Ciencias, the City of Arts and Sciences, the avant-garde side of the city.