Piedralaves is a picturesque village in the province of Ávila. It is believed that its curious name comes from two Arabic words: foot (next to) and alabe (mountain, sierra, height), meaning that the name translates as "next to the mountain". Do not miss the rural tourism opportunity in this historic town with our cheap getaways to Piedralaves.
In Piedralaves, water is one of the main protagonists and you will soon discover why. The sound of the water coursing through the Nuño Cojo gorge will lead you to its source, the Horcajo dam, at an altitude of 1005 meters. From there, a torrent of water descends that crosses the whole village. Follow the river little by little, enjoying every stretch through pine woods and all kinds of vegetation.
If you go down a parallel road along the course of the Nuño Cojo, you will find La Nieta, a splendid natural pool of icy waters. In the hottest months of June, July and August, you can enjoy a refreshing dip surrounded by nature that will leave you feeling like new.
Piedralaves holiday packages are also for those that love good architecture. A fine example of this is the late-18th century San Antonio de Padua parish church. Enter and explore its interior, where you will find a baroque polychrome altarpiece bearing an image of Saint Anthony of Padua.
In front of the church is what is perhaps the town's best known monument: the Cruz de los Enamorados or "Lovers Cross". It dates back to 1681 and was given its name because couples used to sit on it after leaving Mass.
If you want to fly in, the nearest airport is Madrid-Barajas, from where you can take a bus to the Estación Sur and then take another direct to Piedralaves. The journey takes an hour and a half, the same as it would if you drove from the airport. Check our flight plus hotel offers to Piedralaves and choose the option that best suits you!
