Keywords: Pyrenees


Two hikers hospitalized after lightning strike in France's Pyrenees

Two hikers, aged 14 and 21, were hospitalized after being struck by lightning while trekking in the French Pyrenees, as severe thunderstorms swept across the Hautes-Pyrénées department. The pair were part of a group of 15 hikers caught in rapidly deteriorating weather at an altitude of......

Avalanche claims life of 40-years-old man in the French Pyrenees

A 40-years-old man tragically lost his life in an avalanche on Saturday in Val-de-Sos, located in the Ariège region of the French Pyrenees, according to sources close to the case. The avalanche occurred near Pic d’Endron, which rises to 2,472 meters, while the avalanche risk was reported......

Israeli children barred from French leisure park amid discrimination probe

Authorities in southern France have detained the manager of a leisure park after a group of Israeli children, aged eight to 16, were denied access, raising allegations of religious discrimination. The children, on holiday in Spain, had reserved a visit to the Tyrovol zipline park in Porté-Puymorens......

Six refreshing escapes from the summer heat in Barcelona and Catalonia

As summer intensifies in Spain, particularly in Catalonia and Barcelona, residents and visitors alike are seeking cooler havens to escape the relentless heat. Beyond beaches and pools, these destinations offer refreshing alternatives in the mountains and green spaces of the region. Vall de Boí:......

Winter weather alerts in Spain amid snow and low temperatures

A strong winter storm has triggered weather alerts in several regions of Spain due to heavy snowfall and extremely low temperatures, particularly affecting the northern half of the country. According to the State Meteorological Agency (Aemet), six autonomous communities have been placed under alert.......