Besalú is a medieval town in the Garrotxa region, famous for its Romanesque stone bridge dating from the 11th century. A fantastic town to get lost in its medieval alleys.
Category: places of interest
Sant Joan Les Fonts and the route of the three lava streams
Sant Joan les Fonts is a town in La Garrotxa, which is part of the Garrotxa Volcanic Zone Natural Park.
The route of the three streams: this route consists of a route through an area of basaltic cliffs, resulting from the cooling of lava flows. It is itinerary number 16 of the Garrotxa Volcanic Zone Natural Park, It is a sign-posted route with two variants: the short route (20 minutes) or the longer route (of 1:45h).
PLACES OF INTEREST
- Monastery of Sant Joan les Fonts
- Medieval bridge of Sant Joan les Fonts
- Canadell Tower
- Juvinyà fort
- Molí Fondo
Camprodon
Camprodon is located in the middle of mountains in the Girona Pyrenees, in the region of the Ripollès. Traditionally a touristic and hiking town. it invites the visitor to stroll through its cobbled streets, visit the Pont Nou, promenade Maristany with its stately modernist houses, Carrer Valencia full of typical shops, its leaf covered paths and its fountains, etc. The weekly market is on Sunday in the centre of the village..
Castellfollit de la Roca
The small village of Castellfollit de la Roca rises on a cliff of 50 meters high and almost a kilometer long, cut by the river Fluvià. There are routes that start from the center of the town, passing through the old quarter. The views are spectacular. Castellfollit is a must visit if you want to enjoy a charming town.
La Fageda d'en Jordà
La Fageda d'en Jordá, it is a forest of exceptional beech trees as it grows on land formed by lava flows. These lava flows come from the Croscat volcano.
La Fageda can be visited on foot or by horse-drawn carriage, a different activity to enjoy with family or friends.
In the forest, there is a, non-profit company called La Fageda; They specialise in the production of dairy products and 60% of its workers are people with disabilities. You can visit the facilities, by reservation only. You will see the cow farm, the production room and how their products are made..
Olot
Olot is the capital of Garrotxa, located only 15 minutes by car from Can Torrotes. It is a city that is particularly recognised for its natural interest for being surrounded by the Garrotxa Volcanic Zone Natural Park. The municipality is traditionally touristic and rich in landscapes, It invites you to stroll through the centre, visit the market square and the shops, the different museums and churches, etc. There is a weekly Monday market with more than 130 food stalls, clothing and accessories.
Garrotxa volcanic zone
The Garrotxa Volcanic Zone is the best example of a volcanic landscape in the Iberian Peninsula. It has about forty volcanic cones and more than 20 lava flows. The Garrotxa Volcanic Zone Natural Park has several itineraries that pass through the most interesting places in the Natural Park, most are signposted.
The most popular and emblematic volcanoes are Santa Margarida, Montsacopa and Croscat.
La via romana
The Via Romana was built by the Romans to connect the districts of Garrotxa and Ripollès. A part of the road is still preserved today, and is accessible for people of all ages. You can start the excursion from the house itself and it is 8km long, reaching the town of Sant Pau de Seguries.
Vallter 2000 ski resort and Vall de Núria
Walter 2000: Located within the town of Setcases, meeting point for mountain lovers, climbing and skiing. Located in an incomparable landscape to experience nature.
Vall de Núria: To access Núria, it is necessary to take a railway train from the town of Ribes de Freser. The mountain station possesses a unique natural and scenic richness. It is an ideal place for mountain climbing and winter sports..
