Cuenca

Start your day at Plaza Mayor, where the colorful facades glisten in the rain. The Cathedral provides a long, dry sanctuary filled with history. In the afternoon, escape the weather in the Museum of Spanish Abstract Art, housed right inside the Hanging Houses. The view of the misty Huécar gorge from the San Pablo Bridge feels especially mystical and dramatic during a downpour.

Experience winter in Cuenca with its crisp mountain air. Warm up in the magnificent Cathedral in the morning before admiring the Hanging Houses in the soft winter light. As the sun sets early behind the cliffs, visit the castle viewpoints before 5:00 PM. The illuminated city in the evening offers a cozy, almost magical atmosphere in the cold.

With an e-bike, you effortlessly conquer the steep streets of Cuenca. From Plaza Mayor, head to the Mangana Tower and on to the famous Hanging Houses. The route takes you to the highest point of the city, the Castle District, followed by a thrilling descent towards the San Pablo Bridge. A sporty way to experience the city's dramatic topography.

A rainy bike ride through Cuenca requires caution on the slippery old town pavement. Start at Plaza Mayor and ride carefully to the Mangana Tower. The Hanging Houses offer a good stop to stay dry for a moment. The climb to the Castle district is tough, but the cool air and empty streets reward you with a peaceful atmosphere.

Cycling in winter in Cuenca is refreshing but cold. The route takes you through the historic upper town, where the morning sun lights up the cliffs. Take advantage of the midday sun at the Castle Viewpoint before it gets chilly in the shadow of the gorges. A stop in the Castle District offers a chance to warm up with tea before the fast descent.

The car tour combines the best of the city with a trip into nature. After a morning in the historic old town and at the Hanging Houses, drive into the mountains to the Enchanted City. There, you'll walk among giant rocks shaped like mushrooms or ships. Finally, return to the Mirador del Castillo to enjoy the view of the city at sunset.

By car, Cuenca is easy to explore even in the rain. After visiting the old town, drive to the Enchanted City (Ciudad Encantada). The bizarre rock formations look otherworldly in the rain and mist. The drive through the Júcar valley offers dramatic views of the weeping cliffs. End the day at the viewpoints, where you can see the city comfortably from your dry car.

Winter drives around Cuenca offer breathtaking panoramas of snow-dusted limestone cliffs. Visit the old town in the morning, then head to the Enchanted City, where the rocks are often covered in frost. The mountain roads can be tricky but offer solitude and silence. In the late afternoon, the Castle Viewpoint is the best spot to watch the sunset glow on the rocks.