Well, no, offspring and mountains are not at odds.
Catalonia is being a party for families this 2014. The celebration of Year of Family Tourism It has turned it into the mecca of minivans, sweets, paternal tranquility and childish smiles. It is logical, the offers and advantages of traveling with children to this territory is revolutionizing the way of getting to know the varied landscapes and corners of it. And, above all, it is banishing the monopoly of beach vacations thanks to attractions and activities such as those proposed by Ripollès , where the Pyrenees are friendlier than ever thanks to these great plans:
The mountain is also for summer
THE MAGNETISM OF THE RACK TRAIN
Can a means of transportation become a hilarious attraction? Yes, yes and a thousand times yes. This proves it the Vall de Núria rack railway, a railway line that not only connects this Pyrenean valley with Ribes de Freser , but it does so in a unique way, entertaining children and adults alike with its layout and the spectacular views that appear with every meter you climb. Not in vain, overcomes a drop of 1000 meters in just 12 kilometers of journey using the same route it did in 1931, when it became the second (and ultimately the last) rack railway on the Iberian Peninsula. It is impossible not to enjoy it both on the outside and on the inside.
THE VALL DE NÚRIA WITHOUT SNOW
But happiness is not only on the way, also the destination sweetens in summer and is more accessible to all ages . It is the mountain in full green, when you can walk peacefully and savor it in ways that are very different from how it is done in winter. Without the snow, the Vall de Núria is a paradise for the little ones thanks to spaces such as the Recreational Park or activities such as pony and horseback routes (from 9 years old), canoe rides on the lake or zip lines. And all in an idyllic setting, without artifice or papier mâché.
The mouflon, the Pyrenean king
**THE MOUFLON KING IN MOLLÓ PARC**
In Valley of Campodron This natural park is ideal for all audiences where you can walk through forests and meadows among the interactive animals that inhabit it. In addition to deer, friendly marmots, brown bears and other specimens of the Pyrenean fauna, the boss here is the mouflon , a kind of ram native to the area with large antlers and shapes. And, of course, the Mollo Park It has a farm where the young live and where the little ones in the family can give them a bottle while the parents drool in a fit of tenderness.
VALLTER 2000 IN SUMMER
The most famous winter resort in the region does not close when the skis are hung, far from it. With the arrival of the heat it becomes a 100% family place with different activities like pony rides or tubby rides. But what makes him special is his chairlift , also open in summer and with which ascend to more than 2500 meters of altitude. The reward is not only to enjoy spectacular views all together, but also to get close to the crystalline source of the Ter River. It is a must on the family route: **Vallter 2000 is one of the FGC stations ** (so there is no excuse to go there). In addition, the station is working on its services adapted for the little ones so that the whole family enjoys Vallter 2000 to the fullest, both adults and children.
culture is fun
CULTURE IS FUN
But in El Ripollès not everything is in its mountains. Its very complete heritage is also accessible to the little ones thanks to tours and activities designed for them. In the Ripoll Scriptorium you can learn how a medieval manuscript was made or the importance of the monastery of Santa María in the dissemination of culture. Or know everything about him myth of Count Arnau in the interpretation center located in Sant Joan de les Abadesses.
More information about the region and all its activities in the Ripollès tourist portal.
RUN ALL TOGETHER THANKS TO ‘THE FAMILY RUN’
In a more urban mountain as it is Montjuic Another activity will be held on June 15 that will allow several generations to enjoy sport together. The excuse is to participate in one of the different races that will be organized on this festive day surrounded by olympism and fun. Children from 0 to 14 years old will be able to compete running on tracks adapted to their age. For their part, parents will have their own challenge of 5,000 meters or they will be able to participate in one of the most original races: holding hands with their children.
A family run
But the day will not consist only of taking strides. The surroundings of the Olympic stadium will become a real party for all ages . The mountain will be invaded by inflatable slides, children's labyrinths and athletics spaces to promote sports that all children can enjoy, whether or not they are enrolled in a race. Or what is the same, a completely free play area where you can have a great time and where the youngest will assimilate the values of sport while playing different games such as spiribol.
More information and registration at www.thefamilyrun.com