Train stations: the 9 most surprising in Spain

On most occasions, we do not usually pay attention to the train station we arrive at; Whether because of the excitement of a reunion, the desire to discover a new place, or simply because we are tired and want to get to the hotel as soon as possible.

But there are times when these seasons are so splendid that they are well worth a trip just to get to know them, and of course, to discover their secret corners.

We talk about buildings with soul, that anticipate everything we are about to experience in that destination; places that give us the feeling of discovering something unique. 

1. Zamora

It couldn't be missing from our selection this month. And it doesn't matter that we have it there next to us, or that we see it frequently. The reality is that the Zamora train station is a delight.

The building, in the Neoplateresque style, and made of Villamayor stone, is one of the most outstanding monumental buildings in the city.

2. Atocha train station

Although it is a very large station, and we rarely have time to look at the details of the building; We should do it.

The Atocha station, apart from having a long history, has one of the most spectacular facades that exist in railway architecture.

And additionally, due to the countless extensions that have been made, to adapt it to the passage of time, we find an exotic garden at the location of the first tracks of the station.

Be sure to get lost in this urban garden, where we not only find flora; but also fauna; Well, it is currently home to multiple turtles.

3. Tafalla

This 19th century station is quite impressive for the traveler, because as the train slows down to enter the station, we can see the large brick building that is the station, in which the most notable thing is its windows. semicircular.

4. Santiago de Compostela

One of the most surprising facts about this station is its asymmetry. Yes, the truth is that its design draws our attention, which seems to resemble certain nearby buildings, more than the typical train stations.

Its porticoed entrance and tower give it a unique beauty that has earned a place in our hearts, and has made us include it in this list.

5. Bilbao

The Indalecio Prieto station is one of those buildings that leave a mark in the traveler's memory. It doesn't matter if it is your first contact with the city, because we are sure that you will remember it forever.

Although the exterior is quite impressive, and its location is perfect to contemplate while walking through the city, the stained glass window that presides over the station is one of the most impressive works of railway art in the country. Both its magnitude, fifteen meters wide and ten meters high, and its spectacular design will conquer you.

6. Murcia

If you have seen the Carmen station you will agree that it has a distinctive touch that earns it a place on this list.

Its poorly defined style, its combination of various architectural elements that intertwine quite gracefully throughout the building, and its vibrant colors, make it a station with soul and character that one cannot miss if traveling to Murcia.

7. Jerez de la Frontera

The Jerez de la Frontera train station seems to contain the entire essence of the History of Andalusia.

The truth is that its charm lies in the mix of styles that occur throughout the building. Its ornate façade, which combines whitewashed walls with brick areas; Its Mudejar style decoration, which shares prominence with the ornamental tile decoration, or its porticoed entrance, are some of the elements that distinguish it from the rest of the stations on this list.

8. Valencia

The North station of Valencia is one of the Spanish stations that most reminds us of some famous European train stations.

It is a modernist station, in which you can see a daring design, which mixes various materials, and in which, despite everything, its exterior ornamentation stands out, as it is decorated with Valencian flags, and with natural motifs, especially with oranges. ,a very typical element of the earth.

9. Canfranc train station

We could not fail to include it, this wonderful building, cataloged as BIC, deserves to close this list.

The Canfranc station is a modernist-style building, more than two hundred and forty meters long, and with one hundred and fifty access doors. You can already get an idea of how impressive its colossal magnitude is.

The truth is that its grandeur has transcended all limits, as it is one of the buildings that has inspired the most pages, and that has been portrayed the most times on the big screen.

We hope you liked this compilation, if you know of more stations that you think should be included in this list, be sure to tell us at viajesinimprevistos@gmail.com.

Article prepared in collaboration with ZA49.