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From 3 to 23 March, dishes prepared with Caviar Nacarii from the Val d’Aran can be tasted in different restaurants

During Caviar Month, this gastronomic gem of the Pyrenees will join the tables of eleven renowned Aranese restaurants. Era Mòla, Eth Triton, Roc’n’Cris, Er Occitan, Era Coquèla, Eth Bistro, Gin Loe, AC Hotels, Es Arraïtzes, La Fonda and Pirineu Gourmet will spread the protagonism over three weeks.

Caviar and sturgeon cooked in all their forms will be present in their menus. From appetizing entrees to more forceful dishes lSweet desserts that incorporate this prized product will not be lacking either.

alternative activities

Culinary experiences can be accompanied by other activities. Among them it is proposed a visit to the factory of Les to know the history and process of elaboration, to taste caviar in the shop of the center of Vielha or to submerge in the waters of the thermal baths Barony of Les and to know the treatments elaborated with caviar of the Val D’Aran.

The month of caviar is organized by the Conselh Generau d’Aran, with the collaboration of Caviar Nacarii and the Grèmi d’Ostalaria dera Val d’Aran.

AUTHENTIC AND FRESH FLAVOuR

Nacarii Aranian caviar, which has been recognized by chefs and gastronomes for its authentic taste, freshness, purity and transparency, is included in the Guarantee Val d’Aran brand. From the cold, pure and crystalline waters of the thawing of the Garona, the Nacarii caviar, is made in a traditional way and with traditional methods in the fish farm located in the town of Les.

Download the Program of the Caviar Month in the Val d’Aran.

Various snow activities and sports competitions will take place this February in Baqueira Beret, the ski resort of the Val d’Aran. Among them, the Marxa Beret, the first weekend of the month, stands out. This event has already become the most popular fest for fans of cross-country skiing.

Marxa Beret (4 febrer)

Organized by the Conselh Generau d’Aran, Baqueira Beret and the village of Naut Aran, the Marxa Beret takes place in the Pla de Beret, in the distances of 10, 21 and 42 km. The race follows the calendar of the Popular cross-country skiing circuit (category ML) of FIS. Also, for the fisrt time has entered to form part of the Spanish Cup of the calendar of the Real Federación española de Deportes de Invierno (RFEDI).

More information in: Marxa Beret 2017, esquí de fondo popular y competitivo en la Val d’Aran

AMICS DE MONTGARRI  TROPHY (11 FEBRUARY)

Organized by the Club Aranès d’Esports d’Iuern (CAEI), this competition is aimed at categories U12 and U10 (Fry). The trophy this year celebrates its 20th edition and, since the 2009/10 season has hosted an Audi quattro Cup test each year.

Més informació: Amics de Montgarri

Copa FEDC (18-19 february)

Organized by the Federación Española de Deportes para Ciegos (FEDC), this is a scoring for the Spanish Alpine Ski Championships for people with visual impairment and total blindness. In addition, the last weekend of February (26), the FEDC Cup

More information: Copa FDEC

Skicross-Snowcross Copa catalana (25 febrer)

Modalities of winter sports considered part of freestyle. Event organized by Cups and CAEI.

More information: Skicross-Snowcross Copa Catalana

The Val d’Aran prepares to receive the next Christmas with a proposal full of illusions.

Crib villages, churches with history, Christmas traditions … These attractive elements add to the best sports proposal, with the unsurpassed conditions and activities of the Baqueira Beret ski resort. All this without forgetting the commercial and gastronomic offer of the Valley, so that our visitors will enjoy unforgettable moments.

Snow activities

Torisme dera Val d’Aran has started a microsite dedicated to the snow. In this online space you can find information about Baqueira Beret, activities, services, news, events, meteorology, avalanche bulletin and state of the terrain.

From the rackets to the sleigh rides, it is possible to consult the wide range of snow activities that take place in the Val d’Aran. In addition you can also find the links to specialized companies where you can hire them.

Traditions and entertainment

All the Val d’Aran villages have been decked out to receive Christmas. They offer enchanting scenarios where to walk, attend the Christmas concerts in the Romanesque churches or visit the museums and exhibitions. We especially recommend the sessions of the Romanic Musicau de Nadau that will take place in the churches of Purification de Bossòst, Santa Maria de Arties and Sant Miqueu de Vielha.

As a preamble to the festivities, in Arties there will be a show with fire to make known the Hèsta deth Taro. The same Santa Claus does not want to miss Christmas in the Valley and will be present in many localities to collect the illusions of the little ones. And, for them, the Parc de Nadau will be open at the Palai d’Esports de Vielha, with different activities to entertain all afternoon, right next to the Palai de Geu.

You can check the different events scheduled in our agenda section.