{"id":5560,"date":"2021-05-05T09:59:17","date_gmt":"2021-05-05T09:59:17","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blog.designerjourneys.com?p=5560"},"modified":"2023-03-15T21:46:10","modified_gmt":"2023-03-15T21:46:10","slug":"spain-in-january","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.designerjourneys.com\/blog\/spain-in-january\/","title":{"rendered":"Spain in January"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\">\r\n<p>As one year ends and the new one arrives, many thoughts turn to the fresh travel opportunities and the sun-bathed months ahead. Yet, why wait? Spain in January offers up a whole new way of experiencing a country, complete with unique festivals, surprising climates and far fewer holidaymaking crowds.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Visiting Spain in January brings a fresh and exciting take on the country. During this time of the year, your perception of this country will be turned on its head. From winter wonderlands across its many mountainous regions to the authentic Spanish experience in the quiet world-famous cities, Spain in January has it all.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>So, let us take a closer look at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.designerjourneys.com\/spain-tours\">travelling through Spain<\/a> in January and what the first month of the year can offer to your Spanish experience.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Where to Go in Spain in January<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"771\" class=\"wp-image-5561 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/s3-cdn.designerjourneys.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/james-moore-LPv2L4bbRBQ-unsplash-1024x771.jpg\" alt=\"Sierra Nevada Spain\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/s3-cdn.designerjourneys.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/05091614\/james-moore-LPv2L4bbRBQ-unsplash-1024x771.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/s3-cdn.designerjourneys.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/05091614\/james-moore-LPv2L4bbRBQ-unsplash-300x226.jpg 300w, https:\/\/s3-cdn.designerjourneys.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/05091614\/james-moore-LPv2L4bbRBQ-unsplash-768x578.jpg 768w, https:\/\/s3-cdn.designerjourneys.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/05091614\/james-moore-LPv2L4bbRBQ-unsplash-1536x1157.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/s3-cdn.designerjourneys.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/05091614\/james-moore-LPv2L4bbRBQ-unsplash-2048x1542.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/s3-cdn.designerjourneys.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/05091614\/james-moore-LPv2L4bbRBQ-unsplash-1170x881.jpg 1170w, https:\/\/s3-cdn.designerjourneys.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/05091614\/james-moore-LPv2L4bbRBQ-unsplash-585x440.jpg 585w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1024px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1024\/771;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"771\" class=\"wp-image-5561\" src=\"https:\/\/s3-cdn.designerjourneys.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/james-moore-LPv2L4bbRBQ-unsplash-1024x771.jpg\" alt=\"Sierra Nevada Spain\" srcset=\"https:\/\/s3-cdn.designerjourneys.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/05091614\/james-moore-LPv2L4bbRBQ-unsplash-1024x771.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/s3-cdn.designerjourneys.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/05091614\/james-moore-LPv2L4bbRBQ-unsplash-300x226.jpg 300w, https:\/\/s3-cdn.designerjourneys.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/05091614\/james-moore-LPv2L4bbRBQ-unsplash-768x578.jpg 768w, https:\/\/s3-cdn.designerjourneys.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/05091614\/james-moore-LPv2L4bbRBQ-unsplash-1536x1157.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/s3-cdn.designerjourneys.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/05091614\/james-moore-LPv2L4bbRBQ-unsplash-2048x1542.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/s3-cdn.designerjourneys.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/05091614\/james-moore-LPv2L4bbRBQ-unsplash-1170x881.jpg 1170w, https:\/\/s3-cdn.designerjourneys.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/05091614\/james-moore-LPv2L4bbRBQ-unsplash-585x440.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Although the weather in Spain during January is very temperamental, with temperatures dropping to their lowest point, this month also offers ideal conditions for experiencing some of Spain\u2019s most iconic locations.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>For an authentic winter experience in Spain, the southern city of Grenada is the place to be. Only a few miles south of the city is one of Europe\u2019s best-kept skiing secrets, the Sierra Nevada mountains. The most southerly ski resort in all of Europe, the Sierra Nevada mountains in January provide perfect skiing conditions.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Yet, it&#8217;s not just the snowy peaks that come into bloom during January. Major cities such as Madrid, Barcelona and Seville hold a string of enchanting festive events. During the first week of January, these cities hold celebrations in honour of Three Kings Day (Dia de Los Reyes).\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Also known as the Epiphany, this is Spain&#8217;s version of Christmas Day. Every year on the evening of January 5th, Spanish towns and cities are busy with colourful parades for Dia de Los Reyes, or Three Kings&#8217; Day, which commemorates the appearance of the three wise men in Bethlehem following the birth of Jesus. From the idyllic wilderness to the inner city, Spain in January leaves you no time to get bored.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What to Do \/ Best Places to Visit \/ Unique Experiences in Spain in January\u00a0<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" class=\"wp-image-5562 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/s3-cdn.designerjourneys.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/victor-OO0_7yJa-s0-unsplash-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Madrid\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/s3-cdn.designerjourneys.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/05091717\/victor-OO0_7yJa-s0-unsplash-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/s3-cdn.designerjourneys.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/05091717\/victor-OO0_7yJa-s0-unsplash-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/s3-cdn.designerjourneys.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/05091717\/victor-OO0_7yJa-s0-unsplash-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/s3-cdn.designerjourneys.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/05091717\/victor-OO0_7yJa-s0-unsplash-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/s3-cdn.designerjourneys.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/05091717\/victor-OO0_7yJa-s0-unsplash-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/s3-cdn.designerjourneys.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/05091717\/victor-OO0_7yJa-s0-unsplash-1170x780.jpg 1170w, https:\/\/s3-cdn.designerjourneys.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/05091717\/victor-OO0_7yJa-s0-unsplash-585x390.jpg 585w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1024px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1024\/683;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" class=\"wp-image-5562\" src=\"https:\/\/s3-cdn.designerjourneys.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/victor-OO0_7yJa-s0-unsplash-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Madrid\" srcset=\"https:\/\/s3-cdn.designerjourneys.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/05091717\/victor-OO0_7yJa-s0-unsplash-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/s3-cdn.designerjourneys.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/05091717\/victor-OO0_7yJa-s0-unsplash-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/s3-cdn.designerjourneys.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/05091717\/victor-OO0_7yJa-s0-unsplash-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/s3-cdn.designerjourneys.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/05091717\/victor-OO0_7yJa-s0-unsplash-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/s3-cdn.designerjourneys.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/05091717\/victor-OO0_7yJa-s0-unsplash-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/s3-cdn.designerjourneys.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/05091717\/victor-OO0_7yJa-s0-unsplash-1170x780.jpg 1170w, https:\/\/s3-cdn.designerjourneys.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/05091717\/victor-OO0_7yJa-s0-unsplash-585x390.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Sierra Nevada<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>The Sierra Nevada mountains of southern Spain are one of the best places to visit in Spain during January. Although famous skiing destinations such as the Alps get the most attention, ski resorts across the Sierra Nevada mountains have put Spanish skiing on the map.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>With over sixty miles of marked trails for skiing and some of the longest sunlit days, Sierra Nevada has the longest skiing season in all of Europe. It also has the advantage of being in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.designerjourneys.com\/trip-gallery\/8-day-highlights-of-andalucia-tour-1791998018\">southern Spain<\/a>. This means you can enjoy mild weather at the base of the mountains after a day\u2019s skiing on the slopes.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Madrid<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>During the more popular months of the year, the Spanish capital of Madrid can become a little overwhelming. With soaring temperatures and massive crowds, it&#8217;s hard to get the best out of this iconic European city.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.designerjourneys.com\/trip-gallery\/11-day-madrid-andalusia-and-barcelona-1792001294\">Madrid in January<\/a>, however, opens up this European metropolis and allows you to get a truly authentic experience. With the Gastrofestival in full swing, Madrid has become a foodie\u2019s paradise. Not only this, but you can also explore the city\u2019s many attractions without the sweltering heat and overwhelming tourist crowds.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Costa del Sol<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Synonymous with sunny beach holidays, you may be surprised to learn how great the Costa del Sol in January can be. With long days of sunlight and temperatures still hovering around the 15\u00b0C to 20\u00b0C mark, spending January along Spain\u2019s \u201ccoast of the sun\u201d is a great way to start your year.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Aside from its long stretches of sandy beaches, the Costa del Sol is also home to more quaint hillside villages such as Mijas and Ronda. In the January cool afternoons, hiking up to these villages gives you an insight into humble Spanish village life.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>[vc_row css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1509035681059{background-color: #f2f2f2 !important;border-radius: 5px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1509350069266{margin-bottom: 10px !important;}&#8221; el_class=&#8221;post-cta&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Don&#8217;t Miss Our Exclusive Offers! Subscribe Today!<\/b><\/h4>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For the ultimate travel inspiration, local insight straight from our expert Local Designers and exclusive offers you won&#8217;t find anywhere else from Designer Journeys, sign up today! Don&#8217;t miss out.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">[\/vc_column_text][vc_btn title=&#8221;Subscribe&#8221; style=&#8221;flat&#8221; color=&#8221;pink&#8221; align=&#8221;center&#8221; link=&#8221;url:\/\/www.designerjourneys.com\/subscribe&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row] <\/p>\n\r\n\r\n<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Festivals \/ Special Events<\/h2>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\r\n\r\n<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" class=\"wp-image-5563 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/s3-cdn.designerjourneys.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/san-fermin-pamplona-navarra-0D7Wtqhe-AQ-unsplash-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/s3-cdn.designerjourneys.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/05092130\/san-fermin-pamplona-navarra-0D7Wtqhe-AQ-unsplash-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/s3-cdn.designerjourneys.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/05092130\/san-fermin-pamplona-navarra-0D7Wtqhe-AQ-unsplash-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/s3-cdn.designerjourneys.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/05092130\/san-fermin-pamplona-navarra-0D7Wtqhe-AQ-unsplash-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/s3-cdn.designerjourneys.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/05092130\/san-fermin-pamplona-navarra-0D7Wtqhe-AQ-unsplash-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/s3-cdn.designerjourneys.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/05092130\/san-fermin-pamplona-navarra-0D7Wtqhe-AQ-unsplash-2048x1152.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/s3-cdn.designerjourneys.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/05092130\/san-fermin-pamplona-navarra-0D7Wtqhe-AQ-unsplash-1170x658.jpg 1170w, https:\/\/s3-cdn.designerjourneys.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/05092130\/san-fermin-pamplona-navarra-0D7Wtqhe-AQ-unsplash-585x329.jpg 585w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1024px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1024\/576;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" class=\"wp-image-5563\" src=\"https:\/\/s3-cdn.designerjourneys.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/san-fermin-pamplona-navarra-0D7Wtqhe-AQ-unsplash-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/s3-cdn.designerjourneys.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/05092130\/san-fermin-pamplona-navarra-0D7Wtqhe-AQ-unsplash-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/s3-cdn.designerjourneys.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/05092130\/san-fermin-pamplona-navarra-0D7Wtqhe-AQ-unsplash-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/s3-cdn.designerjourneys.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/05092130\/san-fermin-pamplona-navarra-0D7Wtqhe-AQ-unsplash-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/s3-cdn.designerjourneys.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/05092130\/san-fermin-pamplona-navarra-0D7Wtqhe-AQ-unsplash-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/s3-cdn.designerjourneys.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/05092130\/san-fermin-pamplona-navarra-0D7Wtqhe-AQ-unsplash-2048x1152.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/s3-cdn.designerjourneys.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/05092130\/san-fermin-pamplona-navarra-0D7Wtqhe-AQ-unsplash-1170x658.jpg 1170w, https:\/\/s3-cdn.designerjourneys.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/05092130\/san-fermin-pamplona-navarra-0D7Wtqhe-AQ-unsplash-585x329.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\r\n\r\n<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Gastrofestival of Madrid<\/h3>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\r\n\r\n<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\r\n<p>Visiting Spain in January is the perfect time of the year for lovers of Spanish food. The capital Madrid bursts into food heaven with the annual Gastrofestival in full swing. This annual festival showcases the very best of Madrid\u2019s food scene, with each neighbourhood of the city providing its own take on the festival.<\/p>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\r\n\r\n<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\r\n<p>From restaurants, bars, food stalls and everything in between, the Gastrofestival combines a love of Spanish food with a Spanish artistic scene. This means you can enjoy a hearty bowl of Cocido Madrile\u00f1o while watching a singing and dancing live performance.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\r\n\r\n<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Fiesta de San Sebasti\u00e1n<\/h3>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\r\n\r\n<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\r\n<p>The festival of San Sebastian takes place at the end of January in Spain. Nestled on Spain\u2019s northern coast, the Basque city of San Sebastian celebrates its patron saint in true Basque style. The origins of the festival date back to the early 19th century, when Napoleon&#8217;s French troops invaded the city.<\/p>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\r\n\r\n<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\r\n<p>While the celebrating French soldiers played their war drums into the city, the Donostiarras, as the inhabitants of San Sebastian are known, replied with drum beats of their own. Today, this event is recreated with over 100 bands taking part in a large scale drumming performance.<\/p>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\r\n\r\n<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Three Kings Festival\u00a0\u00a0<\/h3>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\r\n\r\n<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\r\n<p>Celebrated all over Spain, the Three Kings Festival is known as one of the holiest days in the Catholic calendar. Celebrating the arrival of the three wise men in Bethlehem after Jesus\u2019 birth, the festival takes the form of street parades and costumed reenactments of the three wise men\u2019s arrival.<\/p>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\r\n\r\n<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\r\n<p>Although celebrated all over Spain in the first week of January, cities such as Barcelona and Madrid are famed for their excellent Three Kings Festival celebrations. During The Kings Festival here, the parade is so extravagant that it blocks the whole city and takes hours for the procession to pass. During this, candies are thrown to the crowds and local children give their wishlists to the Kings.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\r\n\r\n<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Weather in Spain in January<\/h2>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">[vc_column][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1509350069266{margin-bottom: 10px !important;}&#8221; el_class=&#8221;post-cta&#8221;]<\/span><\/p>\r\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Planning to Visit Spain in January?<\/b><\/h4>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Designer Journeys&#8217; network of in-destination Local Designers will use their expert knowledge, local insight and travel planning skills to design your ultimate Spanish experience. 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On the other hand, the southern regions of Andalusia and Murcia will still experience mild days &#8211; temperatures settle between 16\u00b0C and 20\u00b0C mark during the day.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\r\n\r\n<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\r\n<p>Higher altitude areas of Spain in January, such as the Sierra Nevada mountains, can receive quite heavy snowfall. This only adds to its allure when it comes to winter landscapes and winter sports such as snowboarding and skiing.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\r\n\r\n<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Things to Know Before You Go<\/h2>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\r\n\r\n<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li>The currency in Spain is the Euro. 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Lunch is eaten at around 2 pm, and dinner can be eaten as late as 9 pm.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\r\n\r\n<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li>Most shops and businesses close between 2 pm and 4 pm; this is known as the siesta.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\r\n\r\n<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li>Spanish isn\u2019t the only language spoken in Spain. Catalan is the primary language in Catalonia, Basque is spoken in the northern Basque region and Galician is used in Galicia, northwestern Spain.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\r\n\r\n<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\r\n<p>Travelling through Spain in January is a truly unique experience and will transform how you see this country. 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