In the heart of the Valley of Lozoya, next to the monastery of El Paular, lies Rascafría, a town that drapes itself in snow on long winter nights. This is how it awakens when the sun peeps over the peaks on these chilly mornings that awaken our most childish side.

Some prefer sticking close to a nice cosy fire on these days, while others, even as children, have always preferred to play in this white blanket, to have a snowball fight, or make snowmen. This proposal is meant for these persons, wh

Secrets of Lozoya

Explore the Valley and discover some of its most interesting corners. Take a photo camera along if you can, it’s much better than a smartphone. Early in the morning, visit the Bosque Finlandés or Finnish Forest, which looks especially pretty after a snowfall. In the evening, you have two options: visit the Monastery of El Paular and the Giner de los Ríos arboretum. For evening tea, don’t miss out on the artisan chocolate, buy it directly at the chocolate workshop store.

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To walk through the snow like a character from a Jack London novel

The second day, we must get up early. We’ll be the first to reach Puerto de Cotos. All that’s required for this part of the plan is good physical condition and a great desire to have a good time. To ensure we can enjoy the snow safely and securely, we are going to hire the services of a specialist company, in this case, Amadablam Aventura.