Economy

Aragon Seeks to Leverage Its Geological Wealth to Expand Tourism

The Government of Aragon wants to showcase the geological wealth of its three provinces and harness its potential to boost tourism. The region’s director general for the Natural Environment, Óscar Fayanás, explained this on Thursday during the University of Zaragoza’s 2nd Geology and Society Conference, focused on geotourism as a means of territorial development.
Aragon Seeks to Leverage Its Geological Wealth to Expand Tourism

In his presentation, titled “Geodiversity: the hidden jewel of natural heritage,” Fayanás reviewed the variety of Aragonese landscapes. He highlighted that this legacy makes it possible to understand their evolution and offers opportunities to promote awareness and knowledge of the municipalities.

The tour included the red sandstone formations of Rodeno and the landscapes of Ordesa and Monte Perdido National Park, where geological processes and the action of glaciers have shaped some of the most recognizable sites in the Aragonese Pyrenees.

CONSERVATION AND OPPORTUNITIES FOR RURAL AREAS

Fayanás argued that protecting natural heritage can go hand in hand with economic development. Explaining and showcasing these resources can expand the tourism offering and support local employment. As examples, he cited Dinópolis and the Sobrarbe-Pyrenees and Maestrazgo geoparks.

He also pointed to the possibilities offered by digitalization, immersive experiences and augmented reality to create specialized tourism proposals. These tools can help generate activity in villages based on their own resources, without requiring major investments.

About this article: Originally published in Spanish by AragonDigital.es and—following a selection process by our journalists—made available to the international audience of AragonDaily.com. Both newspapers belong to companies within the ARAGON DIGITAL GROUP.