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Parador de Villafranca del Bierzo
Elegance, comfort and landscape
The Parador de Villafranca del Bierzo is in Villafranca del Bierzo, in the region of El Bierzo, a stone's throw from Galicia. The building is a tourist landmark in the area and is surrounded by the splendid nature of the area. The interior of the building conveys the elegance, class and comfort of a contemporary building, especially in the spacious restaurant, the cafeteria, the guest lounge and the terrace. From the rooms, which are decorated in a rustic style, you can enjoy the magnificent views of the area. The Parador is also equipped with all mods cons and has two swimming pools, one outdoor and the other heated (opens from may), sauna and multi-purpose rooms for meetings, conferences and events.
Villafranca del Bierzo is well known for being a crossing point on the Way of St. James, and is the only place where you can be granted the Jubilee without reaching Santiago de Compostela. The set of buildings, houses, churches, streets and bridges has been declared BIC (Cultural Interest Asset). Highlights include the Castle, the Calle del Agua, the churches of San Francisco and San Nicolás, the Plaza Mayor and the Collegiate Church of Villafranca. What´s more Villafranca is only 30 minutes by car from the tourist town of Monforte de Lemos and Las Médulas, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.