10 Lesser-Known Places in Spain Worth Exploring

Alarcón Castilla-La Mancha

Here at Wildside Holidays, we have always focused on Spain’s natural parks, hiking routes, and the unique blend of culture and wildlife that make this country so special. While Spain’s big cities and coastal resorts attract millions of visitors, there are many towns and villages where traditions remain strong and life moves at a gentler pace. These places often sit close to well-known tourist routes yet feel worlds apart, offering travelers the chance to reconnect with nature, discover local history, and enjoy regional gastronomy. From medieval hilltop villages to colorful fishing towns, the following 10 Lesser-Known Places in Spain Worth Exploring showcase a more authentic side of Spain — where landscapes, wildlife, and culture come together.

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Starlight destinations in Spain

Starlight destinations in Spain

The Starlight Foundation is a non-profit organization that was founded in 2009 to promote the protection of the night sky and the development of “astrotourism” and there is an ever growing list of starlight destinations in Spain to visit.

The Foundations work in Spain is making a positive impact on the environment and on the local economy and the project has certified quite a few areas in Spain as Starlight Reserves, Starlight Parks, or Starlight Villages. These areas include the Teide National Park in Tenerife, the Monfragüe National Park in Extremadura, and the Cabañeros National Park in Castilla-La Mancha.

Montsec observatory
Montsec is a mountain range in Catalonia that is known for its dark skies and stunning natural beauty. Montsec observatory.

The Foundation has also worked with local governments and tourism boards to promote astrotourism in Spain organizing stargazing events, astronomy festivals, and astrophotography workshops. They have also conducted surveys of the night sky in different parts of the country and have developed strategies in order to reduce light pollution.

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