Enjoy the views of Montserrat and La Mola as you hike along one of the most complete circular routes in the Sant Llorenç del Munt i l’Obac Natural Park. Hit Castellsapera, Torre de l’Obac, Caus Cremats, Puig Codina, and Roca del Corb all in a single day. Trail specs Difficulty: moderate. Distance: 12 km (circular). Elevation gain: 310 m….
Santa Pau: a doorway through time in La Garrotxa
Close your eyes and picture a medieval village surrounded by ancient forests and dormant volcanoes. Chances are, you've imagined something just like Santa Pau, nestled in the heart of La Garrotxa. Fancy a trip back in time? The Old Town of Santa Pau Although the original town has grown a bit over time…
Font de la Pola: family hiking in the Sant Llorenç i l'Obac Natural Park
Looking for an easy, kid-friendly hiking route with jaw-dropping views of the Montserrat massif? Font de la Pola is the place for you. 😉 Trail specs Difficulty: easy. Distance: 4.6 km (out and back). Elevation gain: 168 m. Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes. Sun exposure: 40-60% shade Starting point: L’Alzina parking area…
The best panoramic viewpoint to see the lava cliffs in Castellfollit de la Roca
The first time I saw a picture of Castellfollit de la Roca, I thought: "I have to see that volcanic cliff with my own eyes." It took me a little while, but I finally found the perfect spot.
Joan Maragall Trail: shady walks through La Fageda d’en Jordà
In the Garrotxa Volcanic Zone Natural Park, you'll find a magical beech forest that's perfect for a family hike: La Fageda d’en Jordà.
Hike into the Santa Margarida volcano crater in La Garrotxa
Did you know you can hike up to the top of a volcano and walk right down into its crater without leaving Catalonia? A great trekking route for the whole family. Put on some comfy shoes and come take a stroll into the Santa Margarida volcano in La Garrotxa. 😉 Trail specs Difficulty: low. Distance: 3 km (out and back). Elevation gain:…
Follow in the smugglers' footsteps: Beget – Rocabruna circular hiking route
What do you look for in a day of trekking in Catalonia? The Smugglers' Trail, a circular hiking route between Beget and Rocabruna, has it all: a ruined castle, the Beget river carved into rock, protected forests, a medieval village frozen in time, and panoramic views of Alta Garrotxa. Are you…
Explore Catalonia on foot: Rupit – Salt del Sallent circular hiking route
From a fairytale village to the foot of a 115-meter-high waterfall. Fancy a trekking adventure in Barcelona? The Rupit – Salt del Sallent hiking trail is one of those routes you can adapt for everyone and all tastes: from families with small kids to seasoned mountaineers…
Montserrat circular hiking trail: from the monastery to the Sant Jeroni peak
Discover how to hike the circular route from the Montserrat monastery to the Sant Jeroni summit, the highest panoramic viewpoint in the massif. Technical details Difficulty: Moderate. Distance: 7 km (approx). Elevation gain: 525 m. Hiking time: 2 h 45 min (approx.) Starting point: Pla de les Taràntules (upper station of the Sant Joan funicular). Ending point: Montserrat Monastery….
Montserrat route: funicular-Santa Magdalena-Sant Miquel-monastery
Here I'll explain in detail how to do the hike + funicular route between the Montserrat monastery and the hermitages of Sant Miquel, Sant Joan, Sant Onofre, and Santa Magdalena, which culminates in spectacular views of the Montserrat needles and surroundings. Technical details Difficulty: Moderate. Distance: 8 km (approx.) Hiking time: 3 h…