The Ordesa y Monte Perdido National Park is an area of dramatic landscape, overseen by the peak of Monte Perdido at 3,355m, found within the Pyrenean mountain range that forms the border between Spain ...

The Starlight Foundation is a non-profit organization that was founded in 2009 to promote the protection of the night sky and the development of “astrotourism” and there is an ever growing list of ...

Some pretty amazing news from Spain and Portugal! A Conservation Success: Iberian Lynx Numbers Reach Historic High in 2024 census. The total census of Iberian lynx now stands at 2,021 individuals.

One such region, a treasure waiting to be unearthed, is the “Serranía Celtibérica.” This expansive region encompasses the eastern limits of the Sistema Central (Central Mountain Range) and the ...

The Iberian wolf, Canis lupus signatus, is a subspecies of the grey wolf endemic to the Iberian Peninsula. It is distinguished by its medium size and dark markings on its tail, forelegs, and shoulders ...

The Spanish Purple Hairstreak – Laeosopis roboris – Moradilla del Fresno is a fairly small butterfly that is most often high up in the trees, although luckily it does come down to ground level in ...

The Iberian lynx (Lynx pardinus), once critically endangered, has reached its highest population ever recorded. As of 2024, there are 2,401 wild Iberian lynxes across Spain and Portugal. This 19% ...

What is the best time of year for wildlife holidays in Spain? Spain is a country of extraordinary natural diversity, offering a vast array of landscapes and ecosystems that are home to some of ...

Located in the Antequera region of Malaga, Spain, the Fuente de Piedra lagoon is the largest lagoon in Andalusia, stretching 6.5 km in length and 2.5 km in width. This wetland is particularly famous ...

Here at Wildside Holidays, we have always focused on Spain’s natural parks, hiking routes, and the unique blend of culture and wildlife that make this country so special. While Spain’s big cities and ...

Discover wildlife watching in Spain and embark on an extraordinary adventure, where the wonders of wildlife await you. Delve into the heart of nature as you witness the splendor of our most cherished ...

Spain is a top destination for millions of travelers, particularly from the UK. While cities like Barcelona, Madrid, and coastal resorts draw massive crowds, there are plenty of hidden gems scattered ...