With some awesome road trip options available in the surrounding area, renting a car makes sense. Without one, it’d be much harder to explore all that Ponferrada, 35 miles away, has to offer. See the sights starting with Castillo de los Templarios, Plaza del Ayuntamiento and Bodega del Abad. Astorga is another great option. It’s 35 miles away and has an array of interesting things to do. Astorga Cathedral, City Hall and Museo del Chocolate are only the start.