Parador de Sos Del Rey Catolico Fernando de Aragon

Spain - Aragon - Sos Del Rey Catolico

Three star hotel in the Parador group built in traditional Aragon style with views to the Pyrenees

This Parador of Aragonese character conserves the monumental, historical and artistic atmosphere of Sos del Rey Catolico. This town which is declared a Historical-Artistic area, was the birthplace of influential nobles and of the Catholic King.

The Parador is in an appropriate location to discover this medieval town and to visit the local areas of immense beauty.

The Aragonese and Navarrese foothills of the Pyrenees can be made out in the distance of the surrounding landscape.

The regal and elegant interior offers beautiful views of the town from some of its rooms.

Wood covers the interior columns and predominates in the Castilian style furniture.

The large windows in the bedrooms allow the atmosphere to become luminous and spacious.

The menu of the Parador restaurant includes gastronomic specialities such as veal, lamb, rabbit ”escabechado” (in a sauce made of vinegar, laurel, typical from Sos), and medieval cake.

While in Sos visit the Sada Palace which is the birthplace of the Catholic King Fernando. Also visit the Church of San Esteban, the Parish Museum, the Santa Lucia little church, and the Sanctuary of Valentunana.

Outside this historical villa, discover the Monumental ensemble of Uncastillo, and the Monastery of Leyre.

Enjoy the celebrations and local feasts in Sos. They are held the second half of August, ”Romeria Valentunana”, and during Passover.
The summer festivals take place every weekend of July and August.

Discover the Sierras of Santo Domingo and Yesa as well as the valleys of Anso and Hecho. Hiking, hunting, and paragliding are among the activities that can be arranged..

The dam of Yesa is also a place of interest where you can practise sailing and swimming.

This Parador has fifty one twin bedded rooms, eight double bedded rooms and two single bedrooms.

In the rooms you will find a telephone, satellite television and a mini bar.

Also for the comfort of your stay there is heating, air conditioning, a restaurant and bar, and conference facilities if required.

Pets are not allowed.

The Parador season's closing from 3 January 2007 to 15 February 2007.

Directions

To the north of the Cinco Villas region, 122 km from Zaragoza and 58 from Pamplona /Iruna, the Parador de Sos del Rey Catolico is located at the end of the medieval wall, rising up above the town. It has been declared a National Monument and Historical Artistic Ensemble. The main A-127 road is the normal access route.