Spain decided to free multi-journey train tickets from September 1 to December 31 due to soaring fuel prices.
This brand-new policy is aimed at encouraging the use of trains, and it is valid for journeys that travel up to 300 kilometers.
The Spanish government has already said that they will apply for round-trip tickets to the same destination for a minimum of 10 trips.
The measure doesn't include long-distance train journeys or high-speed lines.
Getting around in Spain.
Direct trains to almost every major city can be found in the capital of Spain. There are more than a few worthwhile cities located in the historical region of Castile, all of which are great day trips from Madrid.
Toledo is one of the most visited cities. One of the largest old towns in Europe, it was declared a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1986. The masterpieces are the result of the different civilizations that lived in Toledo for more than 2000 years.
Segovia, located less than 100 km north of Madrid, is famous for their cochinillo asado, which is always fried and washed down with red wine. The most well-preserved Roman aqueduct in the world is located in Segovia and it is a Unesco World Heritage site.
Cuenca, a fortified medieval town also part of Unesco, is a great place to escape the crowds.
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One of the best-preserved Jewish quarters in the world is located in the city of Girona, founded by the Romans in 2000. The alleys of the old city were used for filming. You can take the same train for an extra 30 minutes to reach the birthplace of Dal. There is a large collection of the artist's work in the city.
Sitges is a coastal, bustling, and sophisticated town with white-washed houses, filled with restaurants that serve Catalan cuisine. xat is a local sauce made from almonds, vinegar, and red pepper and eaten with fish and salads. The center for tourism in Spain is located in Sitges.
The town of Vic, located in the center of Catalonia, is famous not only for its medieval architecture but also for producing the best embotit in the region. They sell fuet and llonganissa in their butcheries. The locals from Vic have a strong Catalan identity.
The city of Bilbao has the most inhabitants.
San Sebastian is the most refined city in Spain and should be the location of one single train journey from Bilbao. Most Spaniards agree that San Sebastian has the best food in Spain and that's the main reason to come here.
It is possible that wine enthusiasts have heard of Rioja wines. The capital of La Rioja is Logroo. All of Logroo's bars and restaurants have an extensive list of Rioja wines to choose from. It's a great experience to go for lunch and dinner in the old city at 1pm and 7pm when locals gather over a few glasses of wine.
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Mlaga is the most cosmopolitan city in Andalusia and is also a transportation hub.
Sevilla is the fourth largest city in Spain and is home to the Alczar and the city's cathedral. The capital of Andalusia is known for its flamenco- related activities. With that and the fact that this is home to two important football clubs, it's no wonder that Sevilla was chosen as the best city to travel to.
Cdiz is an old port city that is often overlooked by tourists. During the summer months, Cdiz is known for its friendly nightlife. The Carnaval is supposed to be one of the best in Spain in February. They like seafood and eat it fried. The local specialty is a deep- fried dough filled with shrimps.
Alicante has the main airport while Valencia has the capital.
Valencia is one of the most important cities in the country. Valencia is one of the most charming and welcoming cities to visit in the country, since it is not as well known as Barcelona. As the regional capital, you should be able to find the most delicious and authentic paella in the world.
A train trip to Elche is worth it because you can visit El Palmeral, an actual Oasis made of groves of date palms built by the Arabs during the 10th century.
There are three great travel itineraries to make the most of your visit.
Renfe is the national train company in Spain, which operates a variety of trains.
The trains link the main cities with their metropolitan areas. In addition to Alicante, Barcelona, Bilbao, Cdiz, Madrid, Mlaga, Oviedo Santander, San Sebastin, Sevilla, Valencia and Zaragoza, there are other locations.
The concept of Rodalies is the same as that of Cercanas.
It connects different cities, towns, and villages from a single region.
The concept is the same as MD but with more stops.
It is possible to check timing on renfe.com, but not online. You need to purchase them at the counter or machines. You need to bring cash to buy tickets in the train.
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This is the first and main high-speed train in the country and it links tens of Spanish cities with several trains a day.
The high-speed train is called the Avant.
Avlo is a high-speed train.
You can check the timing and price of tickets on Renfe.com. You should book in advance.
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