Queralbs - Gateway to Núria via the Cremallera
Discover Queralbs: the charming gateway to the breathtaking Vall de Núria in the heart of the Catalan Pyrenees. Ride the historic Cremallera!
Queralbs is a charming high-mountain village in the Pyrenees, serving as the gateway to the Vall de Núria via the Cremallera de Núria rack railway. The village offers a peaceful escape with stone houses, slate roofs, and stunning natural surroundings.
A brief summary to Queralbs - Cremallera de Núria
- Carretera Ribes, 19, Queralbs, Girona, 17534, ES
- +34972732020
- Visit website
- Monday 7:46 am-5:32 pm
- Tuesday 7:46 am-5:32 pm
- Wednesday 7:46 am-5:32 pm
- Thursday 7:46 am-5:32 pm
- Friday 7:46 am-9:22 pm
- Saturday 7:46 am-5:32 pm
- Sunday 7:46 am-5:32 pm
Local tips
- Purchase Cremallera tickets in advance, especially during peak season, to ensure availability.
- Explore the village's Romanesque heritage by visiting the Church of Sant Jaume de Queralbs.
- Enjoy the local cuisine at one of Queralbs' restaurants, trying regional specialties like Canamillana and Shepherds' Soup.
- Take advantage of the hiking trails around Queralbs, offering stunning views of the Pyrenees.
Getting There
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Public Transport
From Barcelona, take the R3 train line towards Puigcerdà to Ribes de Freser. From Ribes de Freser, you can take a local train to Queralbs. The urban ticket from Ribes-Rialb-Queralbs costs €6 (adults) and €4 (children) for a one-way ticket. From Queralbs station, it's a short walk to the Cremallera de Núria.
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Cremallera de Núria
The Cremallera de Núria is the primary way to access Vall de Núria from Queralbs. Purchase tickets at the Queralbs station. A round-trip ticket from Queralbs to Núria costs approximately €30 for adults, €19.50 for children (4-13 years), and €24.50 for seniors (+65 years). Check the schedule as the train runs throughout the year except for maintenance in November. During this time, the train operates on weekends only.
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