Segovia: Hotels and Accommodation

La Pinilla has a gondola lift to the central area of the ski resort and can transport more than 12,000 skiers per hour.

You can find or book a hotel in Segovia.

Nature and Mountain Landscapes

The Hoces del Río Duratón Nature Park extends across the municipalities of Sepúlveda, Sebúlcor and Carrascal del Río in the province of Segovia. The Hoces del Río Riaza Nature Park is also located in the province of Segovia, covers approximately 5,185 hectares and partially includes the municipalities of Montejo de la Vega de la Serrezuela, Valdevacas de Montejo and Maderuelo.

Becerril has a stargazing site on the northern slope of the Sierra de Ayllón within the Natura 2000 network. The La Mujer Muerta mountain, the Peña del Oso peak and the Montón de Trigo mountain are also located in the area around Segovia. The Peña del Águila peak lies in the wider regional surroundings of Segovia.

Culture and History

The old town of Segovia and its aqueduct were added to the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1985. The Roman aqueduct of Segovia was probably built around 50 AD and is remarkably well preserved.

Segovia’s UNESCO World Heritage includes the Alcázar, whose construction began around the 11th century. A Gothic cathedral dating from the 16th century is also part of Segovia’s UNESCO World Heritage. The gardens of La Granja de San Ildefonso contain monumental fountains with mythological lead sculptures; the hydraulic system originates from the lake “El Mar”.

The “Alcázar of Segovia” castle is located in the surroundings of Segovia. The Casa del Sol museum, the Museo Gastronómico de Segovia and the Casa Museo Antonio Machado are also located there. The Centro de Recepción de Visitantes provides information in several languages about Segovia’s historical heritage and the city’s tourism and cultural offerings.

Routes and Activities

The Camino de San Frutos is an 80-kilometre pilgrimage route between Segovia and the Ermita de San Frutos in Carrascal de Río. There are two route variants for this trail: one passes through 17 municipalities, while the other crosses 18 localities.

In the protected area of the Hoces del Río Duratón Nature Park, guided canoeing routes are offered between the Monasterio de la Hoz and the Ermita de San Frutos. Canoeing in the Hoces del Río Duratón Nature Park takes place on the Burgomillodo reservoir downstream, between the Villaseca bridge and the dam.

The AP-61 connects Segovia with Madrid, while the A-601 connects Segovia with Valladolid.

Cuisine

Dishes such as roast suckling lamb and roast suckling pig are considered central elements of Segovian cuisine. Ponche Segoviano is regarded as the most famous dessert in the province of Segovia.

The Ruta del Cordero Asado is a gastronomic route that leads from the city of Segovia towards various places in the province, including Torrecaballeros, Turégano, Pedraza, Sepúlveda, Cuéllar, Sacramenia, Riaza and Coca.

Other places included in the regional selection: Santo Tomé Del Puerto, Cerezo De Abajo, Castillejo De Mesleón.

More Destinations

More places within the same destination:

Soria, Salamanca, León, Avila.

To the overview of the overarching destination: Castile and León.