Aitona, Catalonia
Província de Lleida · Catalonia · Spain · 2,273 residents
Aitona is a village in Província de Lleida, Catalonia, Spain, home to around 2,273 people. There are 6 notable places to see in and around town, including Genó and Carretelà. The nearest airport is Reus (REU), about 1 h 1 min by road, with direct flights from the UK.
Why go
- Sights worth the trip: Genó, Carretelà and Castell d'Aitona.
- Easy to reach: Reus (REU) is 43 miles away with direct flights from the UK.
- Tours, tickets and activities can be booked in advance.
Top sights in Aitona
Ranked by how well known they are.
1archaeological site
3castle
4castle
Carretelà
archaeological site · 1 mile from the centre
Castell de Carratalà
castle · 1 mile from the centre
Cova del Pare Palau
cave · 1 mile from the centre
Tours & tickets in Aitona
Guided tours, day trips and tickets in and around Aitona can be booked in advance, priced in GBP.
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Hotels, guesthouses and apartments in Aitona are priced in GBP below, most with free cancellation.
Hire a car
The easiest way to reach Aitona and the villages around it is a hire car from Reus (REU), about 1 h 1 min away.
Best time to visit Aitona
Getting there from the UK
By air
- Reus (REU)43 miles, about 1 h 1 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
- Zaragoza (ZAZ)79 miles, about 1 h 52 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
- Barcelona (BCN)85 miles, about 2 h by roaddirect flights from the UK
By car and ferry
Driving from Calais takes roughly 15 h 17 min without stops. Nearest ferry ports: Barcelona (89 miles).
Aitona is good for
Around Aitona
Towns and villages within an hour or so.
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Questions people ask
Is Aitona worth visiting?
Yes. Aitona is known for Genó, Carretelà and Castell d'Aitona. It works well as a base or as a day trip from the towns nearby.
How do I get to Aitona from the UK?
Fly to Reus (REU), which has direct flights from UK airports, then it is about 1 h 1 min by road. Zaragoza (ZAZ) is an alternative, 79 miles away. Driving from Calais takes roughly 15 h 17 min.
Is Aitona good for families?
Yes: there are family-friendly attractions nearby, and most activities can be booked in advance.
What is near Aitona?
Lleida (12 miles), Cornudella de Montsant (27 miles), Falset (30 miles) and Miravet (31 miles) are all within an hour or so.