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This small book you hold in your hands is designed to be your new and inseparable

travel companion for the Catalan Pyrenees, a practical guide to help you to discover

the most spectacular landscapes, to enjoy the finest routes with the greatest ease and

comfort and to marvel at the most picturesque and charming nooks and crannies

in the fantastic mountains that are the Catalan Pyrenees.

The routes described here are merely to give you an idea, however, and the itinerary

you finally choose will depend on your starting-point, how you plan to organise

your time and how long you want to spend on each visit.

Remember that if you would like more detailed information about the routes we

suggest, all you need to do is visit a Pyrenean Tourist Office.

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Have a great trip!

There is a place where your feelings will truly fly high; from Cape Creus to

the Val d’Aran, across the long northern strip of Catalonia that is formed by the

Pyrenees and pre-Pyrenees. These are lands full of surprises, dominated by soaring

peaks and deep valleys where great rivers are born, Alpine meadows and fir

forests. Discover a treat for all five senses as you enjoy adventure, excitement,

relaxation, culture and cuisine. Come to the Catalan Pyrenees and prepare for

sensations, and above all for feelings.

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This travel guide contains descriptions of 6 fantastic routes around the 11comarques (counties) in the Catalan Pyrenees, where incredible surprisesawait you. We hope you will enjoy all the routes we suggest!

Figueres

Olot

RipollPuigcerdà

Berga

Solsona

La Seu

Sort

Vielha

Pont deSuert

Tremp

Pallars Sobirà

CerdanyaRipollès

Alt Empordà

Garrotxa

Berguedà

Solsonès

Alt Urgell

Pallars Jussà

Alta Ribagorça

Val d’Aran

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Alta Ribagorça and Pallars JussàEl Pont de Suert - TrempROUTE 6

ROUTE 1 Alt Empordà and GarrotxaFigueres - Olot

ROUTE 2 Ripollès and CerdanyaRipoll - Puigcerdà

ROUTE 3 Berguedà and SolsonèsBerga - Solsona

ROUTE 4 Alt Urgell and Pallars SobiràLa Seu d’Urgell - Sort

ROUTE 5 Val d’AranVielha

Alt Empordà

Maçanet de Cabrenys

Peralada

Castellód’EmpúriesBesalú

Figueres

Sant Joande les Fonts

Santa Pau

Les Preses

Sant Feliude Pallerols

Olot

Garrotxa

Vall d’en BasLes Planesd’Hostoles

Besalú

ROUTE 1Alt Empordà and GarrotxaFigueres - Olot

Alt Empordà. This is a county in the northeast corner of the Iberian Peninsula,

where the Costa Brava begins. To the north, the county borders on the eastern

end of the Pyrenees, which reach the sea at steep and rocky Cape Creus. Alt

Empordà is the easternmost county in the Catalan Pyrenees, its climate

favouring the natural presence of typical Mediterranean vegetation. The capital

is Figueres.

Garrotxa. This county straddles the mountains and the plains, volcanic lands

which run down from the Pyrenees to the Cordillera Transversal mountain

range. Most of the territory is at an average altitude of below 600 metres, with

maximum heights below 1,600 metres. An outstanding attraction in Garrotxa

county is the town of Besalú, with its superb medieval architectural heritage.

The capital, Olot, stands close to the famous beech forest known as La Fageda

d’en Jordà.

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Distance Recommended roadRoute

46 kmTotal

46 kmFrom Figueres to Olot N-260

Alt EmpordàFigueres Tourist OfficePl. del Sol, s/n. FigueresTel. (+34) 972 503 155www.figueresciutat.com

Peralada Tourist OfficePl. Peixateria, 6. PeraladaTel. (+34) 972 538 840www.peralada.org

Maçanet de CabrenysTourist OfficeAparcament del Pont, s/nMaçanet de CabrenysTel. (+34) 972 544 297www.massanet.org

Castelló d’EmpúriesTourist OfficeJaume I, s/nCastelló d’EmpúriesTel. (+34) 972 156 233www.castello.cat

GarrotxaGarrotxa Tourist AssociationAv. Onze de Setembre, 22, 2a OlotTel. (+34) 972 271 600www.turismegarrotxa.com

Olot Municipal Tourist OfficeHospici, 8. Olot. Tel. (+34) 972 260 141www.olot.cat/turisme

Besalú Tourist OfficePl. de la Llibertat, 1. BesalúTel. (+34) 972 591 240. www.besalu.net

Santa Pau Tourist OfficePl. Major – Can Vayreda. Santa PauTel. (+34) 972 680 349www.garrotxa.com/santapau

Vall d’en Bas Tourist OfficeLocal S. de les Olletes, El MallolSant Privat d’en Bas (La Vall d’en Bas)Tel. (+34) 972 692 177www.vallbas.cat

Les Preses Tourist OfficeAntiga Estació, s/n. Les PresesTel. (+34) 972 692 023www.lespreses.cat

Sant Feliu de Pallerols Tourist OfficeCtra. de Olot, s/nSant Feliu de PallerolsTel. (+34) 972 444 474 www.ddgi.es/sfp

Les Planes d’HostolesTourist OfficePg. de l’Estació, 2Les Planes d’HostolesTel. (+34) 972 448 026www.lesplanes.cat

Sant Joan les FontsTourist OfficeCtra. de Olot, 53Sant Joan les FontsTel. (+34) 972 290 507www.santjoanlesfonts.cat

The Croscat Volcano is Strombolian in type. Its horseshoe-shaped crater, 600 m longand 350 m wide, is not visible from any point along our route. Due to quarrying forlapilli over many years, a huge crack more than 100 m deep and 500 m long has formed.

The quarrying finally came to an end in 1991 when the Catalan government bought out the mining company.

Access to the Croscat Volcano is regulated and controlled, andvisitors are required to respect opening times and follow theinstructions posted on information panels inside the Natural Park.Guidebooks and other publications are available from Can Passavent.

Our route starts at the Santa Margarida picnic area. Crossing theGI-524 Olot-Santa Pau road, follow the signs to the CroscatVolcano. Passing through Masnou, we find a turn-off on the leftwhich leads us to Can Passavent, the Natural Park’s receptionand information centre.

The Croscat Volcano ON FOOT: VERY EASY / DISTANCE: 2.9 km / DURATION: 45 min

Fageda d’en Jordà is a beech forest growing on the lava flows from the CroscatVolcano. Its relief is gently undulating, with small hills known locally as tossols.The landscape changes greatly here from one season to another, with reddish tonespredominating in autumn, grey in winter and fresh shades in summer. Besides beech,there are oak and holly trees which also grow in the sunnier parts of the forest.

Leaving the Can Serra car park (4 kmalong the GI-524 Olot-Santa Pau road)

southwards, we cross the road. On theother side are the steps leading down into the beech forest and,on the right, a monument erected in memory of the poet JoanMaragall, inscribed with the famous poem this forest inspiredhim to write.

Going down the steps, we find the path leading into the forest,which forms a loop through the forest and takes you back tothe car park.

Fageda d’en Jordà beech forest(Joan Maragall path) ON FOOT: VERY EASY / DISTANCE: 1.5 km / DURATION: 22 min

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Fagedad’en Jordà

Can SerraCroscatVolcano

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Santa Pau

Garrotxa

This route takes us around the Llémena and Finestres valleys, through forests andfollowing rivers to reach the heights of the Sierra de Finestres mountain range.

Our starting point is Sant Martí de Llémena, where we can visitthe Church of Sant Martí. From Olot, take the C-152 road, then theC-63 towards Santa Coloma de Farners, taking the I-531 at SantFeliu de Pallerols. From Sant Martí, take the GI-531 to Sant Estevede Llémena.

We then continue straight on along the GI-531 until we come toSant Aniol de Finestres, then cross the village and turn left. In thecentre is the Romanesque Church of Sant Aniol. After visitingthe village, we return to the bridge, turning left to take the pathto Mieres.

After driving for 15.5 km, we reach the Iberian settlement ofPalomera, after which we reach Mieres, with its Baroque churchand square bellower.

We now turn off to the left, onto the GI-524 road to Santa Pau and Olot. Santa Pau has a spectacular medievalcentre, with porticoed square, Romanesque castle adorned by a fine tower and the “Portalada de Sant Antoni”,a monumental gateway opened in the medieval walls.

From Sant Martí de Llémenato Santa Pau BY CAR / DISTANCE: 35 km / DURATION: 3 h

This route is of outstanding artistic interest, leading us around the narrow streetsand squares of the medieval town.

From Olot, we take the A-26 motorway and the Figueres N-260 road to reach Besalú.

Visit to Besalú ON FOOT: VERY EASY

More routes information on www.visitpirineus.com

Worth visiting:

· The Monastery of Sant Pere (Romanesque church that formed part of a monastery dating from 977).· The Hospital of Sant Julià (interesting 12th-century façade).· Cúria Real (used as Palace of Justice and Royal Court).· Porticoed square: Plaça de la Llibertat· Miqveh (Jewish purification baths, the third-most important in Europe)· Fortified bridge over the River Fluvià (symbol of the town).· Carrer de Tallaferro, a street with Romanesque gateway.· The Church of Sant Vicenç (Romanesque and Gothic).· Casa Cornellà (12th-century Romanesque civil house).

Mieres

Santa Pau

Sant Aniolde Finestres

Iberian settlement

Les Planes d’HostalerSant Martíde Llémena

Sant Estevede Llémena

Garrotxa

A monastery overlooking the seaMonastery of Sant Pere de RodesEl Port de la SelvaTel. (+34) 972 387 559. www.mhcat.net

A minute of free fallSkydive EmpuriabravaEmpuriabravaTel. (+34) 972 450 111. www.skydiveempuriabrava.com

Discover Alt EmpordàAlt Empordà Tourist AssociationFigueresTel. (+34) 972 514 431. www.empordaturisme.com

Empúries, a stroll through historyArchaeology Museum of Catalonia - EmpúriesL’EscalaTel. (+34) 972 770 208. www.mac.es

Landscapes by trainThe Cultural Tourist Train of RosesRosesTel. (+34) 972 256 625. www.trenrosesexpres.com

See and enjoy historyCiutadella Museum of RosesRosesTel. (+34) 972 151 466 www.rosesfhn.org

Romanesque treasureCanonical Church of Santa MaríaVilabertranTel. (+34) 972 508 787. www.mhcat.net

Castle of Sant FerranCatalan FortressesFigueresTel. (+34) 972 502 653 / 972 506 094. www.lesfortalesescatalanes.info

WE SUGGESTALT EMPORDÀ

The information contained in the “We Suggest” section is taken from Guide to Make the Most of Catalonia,published by Turisme de Catalunya.

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Besalú by night, or medieval BesalúBesalú Tourist OfficeBesalúTel. (+34) 972 591 240. www.besalu.net

Quad routesVall d’en Bas Tourism InitiativesHostalets d'en BasTel. (+34) 655 902 287 / 655 902 288. www.quadsdenbas.com

The volcanoes by bicycleAgència de Turisme Medi AmbientalLes PresesTel. (+34) 972 692 023. www.garrotxa.net/atma

Guided hikes in CataloniaGiroguiesOlotTel. (+34) 972 303 886 / 636 490 830 www.giroguies.com

Carriage, narrow gauge railway or horse?Tour TurísticSanta PauTel. (+34) 972 680 358. www.i-santapau.com

The complete freedom of self-guided hikesA PeuSanta PauTel. (+34) 972 680 450. www.a-peu.com

Flying over volcanoesVol de ColomsSanta PauTel. (+34) 972 680 255 / 689 471 872. www.voldecoloms.com

GARROTXA

Cerdanya

Ripollès

Bellver deCerdanya

Puigcerdà Llívia

Alp

Sant Joan deles Abadeses

Vallfogonadel Ripollès

Ripoll

Setcases

Ribes de Freses

Camprodon

Olot

Monastery of Santa Maria de Ripoll

ROUTE 2

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Ripollès and CerdanyaRipoll - Puigcerdà

Ripollès. This is a Pyrenean county perched amongst the high peaks near the

border with France, including Mount Puigmal. Ripollès county straddles two

valleys: the Vall de Ribes (watered by the River Freser) and Vall de Camprodon

(through which the River Ter flows). Apart from the outstanding cultural heritage

in the capital, Ripoll, other important sights include two valleys, Vall de Camprodon

and Vall de Núria, whilst a visit to the Romanesque village of Sant Joan de les

Abadesses in also outstanding.

Cerdanya. This county, as charming as it is small and traversed by the Segre

River Valley, conserves a great artistic heritage. Gazing down on the plain from

the peaks here, we can discover marvellous nooks and crannies that invite us to

rest and relax, take a stroll or sit in contemplation. Lakes, green valleys, steep

mountainsides and prodigious, unspoilt natural beauty need to be admired in

silence and without hurry. The capital of Cerdanya county is Puigcerdà. Winter

sports fans will find all they need in La Molina, La Masella and Lles de Cerdanya,

whilst other places of interest include Llívia and Bellver.

64 kmFrom Ripoll to Puigcerdà

CerdanyaBellver de Cerdanya Tourist BoardPl. Sant Roc, 9. Bellver de CerdanyaTel. (+34) 973 510 229 www.bellver.org

Cerdanya Tourist OfficeCruïlla N-152/N-260. PuigcerdàTel. (+34) 972 140 665www.cerdanya.org

Alp Tourist OfficeAv. Tossa d’Alp, 6. AlpTel. (+34) 972 890 385www.ddgi.es/alp

Llívia Tourist Officedels Forns, 11. LlíviaTel. (+34) 972 896 313www.llivia.org

Puigcerdà Tourist OfficeQuerol, 1. PuigcerdàTel. (+34) 972 880 542www.puigcerda.com

RipollèsRipoll Tourist OfficePl. Abat Oliba, s/n. RipollTel. (+34) 972 702 351www.ajripoll.org

Camprodon Tourist OfficePl. d’Espanya, 1. CamprodonTel. (+34) 972 740 010www.camprodon.cat

Vall de Camprodon Tourist OfficeCtra. comarcal C-38, PK 9600Camprodon. Tel. (+34) 972 740 936www.valldecamprodon.org

Sant Joan de Les AbadessesTourist OfficePalau de l’Abadia, 9Sant Joan de les AbadessesTel. (+34) 972 720 599www.santjoandelesabadesses.com

Vall de Ribes Tourist BoardPl. de l’Ajuntament, 3, baixosRibes de Freser. Tel. (+34) 972 727 728www.vallderibes.cat

Vallfogona del RipollèsTourist OfficePuig Estela, 9. Vallfogona del RipollèsTel. (+34) 972 701 909www.ddgi.es/vallfogona

Setcases Tourist OfficeRec, 5. SetcasesTel. (+34) 972 136 089www.setcases.info

N-152


31 kmFrom Olot to Ripoll N-260

95 kmTotal

This route begins in Núria, which we can reach by taking the rack railway from thestations in either Ribes de Freser or Queralbs. Having visited the sanctuary, we crossa wooden bridge, turning left to reach the lake. From there, following the white and

red signs indicating GR-11 (long-distance path 11), we pass the Chapel of Sant Gil and the fountain of DoctorBassols, turning left onto the path that leads to the dam.

Climbing to the top of a small hill, we can enjoy fantastic viewsof the sanctuary and the lake before taking the path on the lefttowards Queralbs, following along the bottom of the gorges. Wesoon reach the Sallent plain, crossing the river to the Cave ofSant Pere and, shortly after, the Sastre waterfall. Further on, wecan admire the Cremal bridge, the impressive Dent d’en Rosellrock wall, and the Cave of Sant Pau before crossing the railwayline and the Riura mountain river bed.

After walking for around two hours and ten minutes, we reachthe Fontalba road. Crossing it, another ten minutes’ walking bringsus into the charming and picturesque village of Queralbs, wherewe can visit the Church of Sant Jaume and admire its outsideporch, with columns and arches adorned by fine capitals.

The old railway line, once used to transport iron and coal from the mines in Ogassa,has now been converted into a cycle path which is ideal for easy and enjoyable rides.

The route begins in Ripoll. At the end of Passeig de Sant Joan inRipoll, take the C-26 road in the direction of Camprodon to theindustrial estate where we find the sign indicating the start ofthe cycle path. The route is flat and easy and signposted throughout.The cycle lane ends in Torralles railway station in Sant Joan deles Abadesses (km 12), from where we can retrace our path.

The most outstanding sights in Sant Joan de les Abadessesinclude the magnificent 12th-century Romanesque monastery,the museum, the Church of Sant Joanipol and the medieval bridge.In Ripoll, we should not miss the Monastery of Santa Maria, withits extraordinary portal, and the Church of Sant Pere.

By bicycle along the Iron and Coal Route BY BICYCLE: MEDIUM DIFFICULTY / DISTANCE: 24 km / DURATION: 1 h 30 min

From the Sanctuary of Núria to Queralbs ON FOOT: VERY DIFFICULT / DISTANCE: 6.5 km / DURATION: 2 h 20 min

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Sant Joande les Abadesses

la Colònia Jordana

el Guillot

el Guitard

Ripoll

FontalbaRefuge

Sanctuary of Núria

Mount Àliga

Pic de l’AligaHostel

Queralbs

Daióde Baix

Núria

Sant Gil

Roques del’Oratori

Roques deTotlomón

Ripollès

This Romanesque route begins inCamprodon, a town on the River Terwhere we can visit the Romanesque

Monastery of Sant Pere; the monolith erected to commemoratethe birth here of the composer Isaac Albéniz (1860); and the newbridge, or Pont Nou (late 12th century).

Taking the GIV-5264 road to Setcases, we come to Llanars, visitingthe Church of Sant Esteve de Llanars. The road now ascends toVilallonga de Ter, where a particularly interesting sight is CatllarCastle. The same road now takes us into Setcases, where the Churchof Sant Miquel contains a Baroque altar dating to 1754, the onlyone that was saved from destruction in 1936 in this part of thePyrenees.

A mountain track which is only advisable for 4x4 vehicles nowleads up to the top of the village, from where we can drive on to Espinavell before descending a little to Molló.Here, we can visit the Church of Santa Cecília. Next, we descend further to Beget, heading towards Camprodonalong the GIV-5223, passing through Rocabruna and finally reaching Beget, the end of this route. In Beget isthe Church of Sant Cristòfor, whilst Rocabruna boasts a fabulous castle where we can still see some of the wallsdividing the fortification, as well as the Chapel of Sant Llorenç de Rocabruna.

Romanesque routethrough Vall de Camprodon BY CAR / DISTANCE: 45 km / DURATION: 4 h

Vall de Núria Vall de Camprodon - Monastery of Ripoll

Beget

RipollSetcases

Molló

Rocabruna RocabrunaCastle

Villalonga de Ter

LlanarsCamprodon

Ripollès

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This is a short but lovely and peaceful walk through the Sierra de Puigfarinós mountainrange, commanding magnificent views over southern Cerdanya.

To find the start to this route, leave Puigcerdà along the N-260road. At Ger, turn off onto the GIV-4031 towards Meranges. The roadcontinues to Girul. Once there, take the track up the hill to theMalniu mountain refuge.

To the right and below the refuge are a fountain, some tablesand a small lake. This is where our route begins, northward,following the river bank through a lush, green landscape. At firstthe path rises steeply for a short way, but it then levels off, turningtowards the right. It is less than a 45-minute walk to Lake Malniu,the final point along this route. To return, we simply retrace oursteps, following the same path back.

Lake Malniu ON FOOT: MEDIUM DIFFICULTY / DISTANCE: 3.5 km / DURATION: 1 h 15 min

Prat de Cadí ON FOOT: VERY DIFFICULT / DISTANCE: 7 km / DURATION: 2 h 15 min

This is a hike through one of the most beautiful landscapes in the Sierra del Cadímountain range to the Cadí-Moixeró Natural Park, where mountain goats can oftenbe seen on the distant slopes.

We start out from the village of Martinet (on the N-260 roadbetween La Seu d’Urgell and Puigcerdà), where we find an asphalttrack leading to Estana and where we should park ready to beginthe walk.

Heading south along the main street in Estana, we leave the oldwashing place behind us on the right as we head towards MountCadí. Following the signs, we reach Coll de Pallers, followed byGraus de Riclà and Coll de Reineres, where we cross the river,the path levelling out as we advance. Next comes Coll Roig, Pratde Cadí and a fountain. To return, we retrace our steps, followingthe same path back.

Malniu Refuge

Lake Malniu

Guirul

Meranges

Ger

Bolvir

Puigcerdà

Estana

Coll de Pallers

Martinet

Cadí-MoixeróNatural Park

Coll de Reineres

Coll Roig

Puig de la Canaldel Cristall

Prat de Cadí

MountCosta Cabirolera

Cerdanya

This is a fantastic, spectacularly beautiful drive through a green, light-filled landscapedotted with superb Romanesque churches.

The route begins in Bellver de Cerdanya, at the foot of the N-260 road betweenPuigcerdà and La Seu d’Urgell. In Bellver, take the chance to visit the old town

with a porticoed square and the lovely Church of Santa Maria iSant Jaume at the top. Nearby, at the edge of the town, take theroad that leads to Santa Eugènia to visit the interesting churchof the same name.

We then return to Bellver, taking the minor road that leads toTalló, where we can admire the Church of Santa Maria de Talló(12th century) one of the most outstanding in the county andonce the seat of a canonical community.

Those with more time at their disposal and who are interested incontinuing this fascinating Romanesque route should not missthe Church of Santa Cecília in Beders, the Church of Sant Pere inOlopte, the Church of Santa Maria in All and the Church of SantaCecília in Bolvir.


Romanesque route from Bellverde Cerdanya to Talló BY CAR / DISTANCE: 36 km / DURATION: 3 h

Bellver de Cerdanya

La Seu d’Urgell

Puigcerdà

Segre RiverOlopte

All

Bolvir

Talló Beders

AlpBellver deCerdanya

Cerdanya

Activities in the heart of nature, all year roundVall de CamprodonCamprodonTel. (+34) 972 740 936.www.valldecamprodon.org

The valley for nature-loversVall de NúriaQueralbsTel. (+34) 972 732 020. www.valldenuria.com

Mountain refuges in TorbAtlas NaturaRibes de FreserTel. (+34) 972 727 728 / 610 320 867. www.atlasnatura.com

Pyrenean crossingAtlas NaturaRibes de FreserTel. (+34) 972 727 728 / 610 320 867. www.atlasnatura.com

From the Pyrenees to the Costa Brava bymountain-bikeTornasol AventuraRipollTel. (+34) 972 702 747. www.tornasolaventura.com

Go as you please in Ripollès countyRipollès DesenvolupamentRipollTel. (+34) 972 704 499. www.ripollesturisme.com

Jump into the adventureBasaroca AventuraTosesTel. (+34) 670 216 510 / 699 439 447. www.basaroca.com

WE SUGGESTRIPOLLÈS


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Cerdanya from the skyGlobus del Pirineu-CerdanyaDasTel. (+34) 972 140 852 / 639 631 264. www.globospi.com

La Molina, adventure all year roundLa MolinaLa MolinaTel. (+34) 972 892 031. www.lamolina.com

Quads in Cerdanya countyViatges MolineuLa MolinaTel. (+34) 972 892 033 / 972 145 151. www.lamolina.es

The mountain for skiersLles ski and mountain resortLles de CerdanyaTel. (+34) 973 293 049 / 639 380 233. www.lles.net

Trekking and 4x4 in Cerdanya countyViajes Turing CerdanyaPuigcerdàTel. (+34) 972 880 602 / 607 144 473. www.turingcerdanya.com

CERDANYA

Puigcerdà

Solsona

Castellarde N’hug

Sant Llorençde Morunys

Solsonès

Berguedà

Gòsol

Berga

Pedraforca massif

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Berguedà and SolsonèsBerga - Solsona

Berguedà. This county, whose capital is Berga, embraces the high Llobregat

River Valley, which links the Pyrenees with the central depression. Though the

southern half of the county is much less mountainous, the average altitude in the

north is over 2,000 metres.

Solsonès. Near the very heart of Catalonia, amid peaceful dry farming fields,

surprising, vast pine forests and charming pre-Pyrenean landscapes, lies a county

in which silence, rest and relaxation and quiet contemplation find their natural

home. The treasures we can find in this pre-Pyrenean county, whose capital is

Solsona, range from magnificent examples of Neolithic art to Romanesque

masterpieces. Pure, clean air, peaceful waters, wild mountains, winding paths,

breathtaking peaks, well-equipped ski resorts; all this and more are to be found

in Solsonès county, enabling visitors to enjoy a host of sports as they choose, in

perfect harmony with nature.

ROUTE 3

SolsonèsSolsonès Tourist OfficeCtra. de Bassella, 1. SolsonaTel. (+34) 973 482 310www.turismesolsones.com

Sant Llorenç de Morunys Tourist OfficeCtra. Berga, s/n. Sant Llorenç de MorunysTel. (+34) 973 492 181www.lavalldelord.com

BerguedàBerga Tourist OfficeÀngels, 7. BergaTel. (+34) 938 211 384www.turismeberga.cat

Berguedà County Tourist OfficeC-16 km 96, 20. BergaTel. (+34) 938 221 500www.elbergueda.cat

Castellar de n’Hug Municipal Tourist OfficePl. Ajuntament. Castellar de N’HugTel. (+34) 938 257 016www.castellar.diba.es

Gósol Tourist OfficeConseller Agustí Carol i Foix, s/n. GósolTel. (+34) 973 370 016www.gosol.cat

C-26


From Berga to Solsona 40 km

58 kmFrom Puigcerdà to Berga C-16

98 kmTotal

Much of Berguedà county still conserves a medieval air. This route takes us to themost outstanding Romanesque chapels here, from Berga and Avià to Obiols and, finally,to Sant Quirze de Pedret.

First, though, we visit Berga and itsmost interesting monuments: the

Church of Sant Joan, the Chapel of La Pietat, the Lledó fountainand Sant Ferran Castle. Taking the C-26 Solsona road, we cometo Avià, known for its popular miniature Christmas crib competition,where we can also visit the churches of Sant Martí and Santa Maria.

Next, we take the road to Colonia Rosal (B-4135), turning off onthe right towards Estany de Graugés. This brings us to the C-16road, where we turn right. A little further on is the turn-off ontothe road leading to the pre-Romanesque Church of Sant Vicençd’Obiols.

Our next stop is Sant Quirze de Pedret, famed for its beautifularchitecture and picturesque sites. To get there, take the C-16 oncemore, turning left towards the centre of Berga. At the first roundabout, turn off to the right. The impressive Churchof Tres Naus awaits on the other side of a pretty Gothic bridge over the Llobregat River.

Medieval route in Berguedà county BY CAR / DISTANCE: 25 km / DURATION: 5 h

Path of theGood Men BY CAR, BY BICYCLE OR ON FOOT / DISTANCE: 205 km / DURATION: 10 DAYS (ON FOOT)

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This is an international long distancepath, the GR-107. It is possible to walk

or go on horseback or by mountain bike in certain sections.

The path takes us past many vestiges from Cathar history. Hereare towns that still conserve a medieval air, castles, Romanesquechurches, defence towers, museums, natural parks, landscapes,hidden paths, mountain villages, traditions, festivities and muchmore to make this route a source of enormous enjoyment andpleasure for visitors.

The path, which is between 189 and 205.2 km in length dependingon the variants chosen, passes through Berga, Gósol, Josa del Cadí,Bagà, Bellver de Cerdanya, Talló, Merenc de les Vals, Arcs delsTermes, Orlú, Signal de Chioul, Montelbó and Montsegur.

Berga

Sant Quirze de Pedret

La ColòniaRosal

Obiols

Graugés

Sant Vicenç

Avià

Solso

na

Foix

Prades

Ax les Thermes

L’Hospitalet

Coborriude la Llosa

Josa

Gósol

Bonner

Berga

QueraltSaldes

Bagà

Bellver de Cerdanya

PortellaBlanca

Mérens

Orlú

Comus

Montségur

Berguedà

Pedraforca, a massif in the Cadí-Moixeró Natural Park, is one of the most emblematicand outstanding mountainous areas in Catalonia.

Our route takes us to Pedraforca’s highest peak, Pollegó Superior, from where wecan enjoy far-ranging views over the surrounding countryside and mountains. Mountain goats can also frequentlybe spotted along the way.

Those attempting the hike should be fit, have good orientationskills and be prepared to take particular care when crossing therocky terrain between the Verdet pass and the Enforcadura.

To reach the starting point, leave Berga on the C-16 “Eix delLlobregat” road northwards towards the Cadí tunnel. At Malanyeu,turn left onto the B-400 to Gósol, where we find the car park.

The route begins in Plaça Major (1,426 m). Taking Carrer Picasso,we turn left into Plaça Dr Pere Pons, from where Carrer Cerdanyaleads out of the town towards Bagà (signposted). Follow the whiteand red GR-150 and GR-107 long-distance path signs, and thewhite and yellow signs indicating short-distance path PR C-123.

Visitors are recommended to obtain full information about thiswalk before attempting it.

From Gósol to Pedraforcathrough the Verdet pass ON FOOT: VERY DIFFICULT / DISTANCE: 12.3 km / DURATION: 5 h 30 min

Font Negra Sant Jaume de Frontanyà

TerrersFountain

PortellaFountain

RocaFountain

Serra del VerdetPratGran

GòsolGósol Castel

PedraforcaTartera

de Gósol

Serra dela Muga

Berguedà

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Vall de Lord BY CAR / DISTANCE: 88 km / DURATION: HALF DAY

To begin this route, leave Sant Llorenç de Morunys along the LV-4241 road towardsColl de Jou, turning left onto the track that runs past the Romanesque Chapel ofSant Serni del Grau and through the Roca Foradada tunnel. We continue along the

bank of the River Rasa de Torroella to reach a large, flat area oresplanade where we can park.

Steps forming a via crucis, or Stations of the Cross, lead up to theflat-topped hill known as the Mola de Lord. Reaching the summit,we follow the same path to the Sanctuary of La Mare de Déu deLord, which is inhabited by a community of monks. Next, it is wellworth walking around the edges of this great mass of rock to enjoyviews of the Llosa del Cavall reservoir and the Vall de Lord. Toreturn, we retrace our steps, following the same path back.

From Sant Llorenç de Morunysto the Sanctuary of Lord ON FOOT: MEDIUM DIFFICULTY/ DISTANCE: 10 km / DURATION: 1 h 30 min

The recommended starting point for this route is to take the LV-4241 road fromSolsona.

We can enjoy a refreshing drink from many fountains along the way, such as the Font de Lladurs (a 20-minutewalk from the remains of Lladurs Castle), Font del Teixó and FontFenerals, this last commanding views of Vilamala.

Crossing the Coll de Jou hill, we come to the Creu del Codó restarea, with a viewpoint a 10-minute walk away. We then continuetowards the Port del Comte ski resort, until Coll de Port, a mountainpass on the border with Alt Urgell county. Descending past theCardener springs (where this river is born), we can visit the villageof La Coma, the Church of Santa Creu in Ollers, the Vall-llongabridge and, above all, historic Sant Llorenç de Morunys with itschurch, monastery and old town. On the way to the Sanctuaryof Lord, we pass the tiny Romanesque Church of Sant Serni deVilamantells, then drive up to the sanctuary along the Llosa delCavall road, enjoying marvellous panoramic views over thereservoir. The road then leads us back to Solsona, our originalstarting point.


RocaForadada

Sant Pere Màrtir

Mare de Déu de Lord

Sant Jaume

Sant Sernidel Grau

Coll de Jeu Tuixén

Tuixén

TeixóFountain

LladursFountain

Solsona

CardenerFountain

La ComaSanta Creu d’Olles iPont de Vall-llonga

Llosa del CavallMarsh

LladursCastle

Sanctuaryof Lord

Coll de Port

Berga

Sant Llorençde MorunysColl de Jou

Solsonès


This route takes us deeply into lands rich in history. We leave Solsona on the C-451road towards Torà, reaching Peracamps (L’Hostal Nou) and crossing the bridge totake the old Torà road (LV-3005).

Nearby, following the signs to this megalithic monument for 10 minutes, we cometo the Dolmen of Llobera. Later, another 30-minute walk will take us to the Vallferosatower, one of the best-conserved of itskind. Along the same road, a crossroads

leads us to Ardèvol, where we can climb up the defence tower inthe middle of the village.

From here, we go on to the Sanctuary of Pinós, where a windrose carved in stone indicates that we are at the geographic centreof Catalonia. Continuing onward, the Calaf road leads us to LaMolsosa and Prades. Returning to the Sanctuary of Pinós, we passthrough the village of Su and continue to the Sanctuary of theMiracle, where we can admire the church and the majestic 18th-century Baroque altar. Back on the road again, we come to thetiny church in Torredenegó before returning to Solsona along theLV-3002 road.

Central Catalonia BY CAR / DISTANCE. 115 km / DURATION: FULL DAY

Vall d’Ora

This route takes us back in time to discover customs and lifestyles from other periods,and to visit several important jewels of Romanesque art.

We leave Solsona along the C-55 road towards the Sant Ponçreservoir and the Church of Santa Margarida in Navès. Later on,following the course of the River Aigua d’Ora at the foot of MountBusa, we enter a broad valley in which stand a monument to CountWilfred, a saw mill, the Ca l’Ambròs mill, a Romanesque bridgeand the old school, which now houses a small museum. Later on,we can stop at the church in the former Romanesque Monasteryof Sant Pere de Graudescales (10th century). We return to Solsonaalong the C-26, visiting the Romanesque Church of Sant Estevein Olius, as well as the Modernista (Catalan Art Nouveau) cemetery.

BY CAR / DISTANCE. 70 km / DURATION: HALF DAY

Roman BridgeEcomuseum

Sant Esteveand OliusCemetery

Sant Ponç Marsh

Sant Pere de Graudescales

Aigua d’OraRiver

Monument toCount Wilfred

Solsona

Sant Lleïr

Santa Eulàliade la Vall

SantaMargarida

NavèsTo

rà

Tàrreg

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Solsona

ArdèvolPinósPrades

El Miracle

TorredenegóSu

Dolmen of Llobera

VallferosaTower

La Molsosa

Perecamps

Solsonès

Flying school in Berguedà countyVolem Activitats. AviàTel. (+34) 938 230 521. www.volem.net

Berga and Queralt, city and natureBerga Town Hall Information and Tourist OfficeBergaTel. (+34) 938 211 384. www.ajberga.es

Relax in the Catalan PyreneesBerga Resort. BergaTel. (+34) 938 211 250. www.bergaresort.com

Donkey reserveFuives. BergaTel. (+34) 646 492 310. www.fuives.com

A horse and youCasa Vilaformiu. BergaTel. (+34) 616 757 658 / 608 232 523. www.vilaformiu.com

The first cement museumMuseu del Ciment Asland de Castellar de n’HugCastellar de n’HugTel. (+34) 938 257 037. www.mnactec.com

Mountain sensationsCingles. Castellar de n’HugTel. (+34) 938 257 016 / 938 257 125. www.cingles.org

Architectural and industrial heritage inBerguedà countyDinamització del Patrimoni. CercsTel. (+34) 608 222 525. www.dinapat.com

Life in the coal mineCercs Mining Musem. CercsTel. (+34) 938 249 025. www.cercs.net

Gaudí in the Lillet ValleyLa Pobla de Lillet Tourist OfficeLa Pobla de LilletTel. (+34) 938 236 146 / 687 998 541. www.lillet.diba.es

Quads for allQuads Olvan. OlvanTel. (+34) 639 980 153. www.quadsolvan.com

Discover life at a textile estateColònia Vidal Musem in Puig-reig. Puig-reigTel. (+34) 938 290 458. www.museocoloniavidal.com

The textile estate routeLlobregat River Park ConsortiumPuig-reigTel. (+34) 938 380 093. www.parcfluvial.org

An interesting and different leisure time optionPedraforca Summer Camp. SaldesTel. (+34) 937 441 029 / 678 563 649. www.colonieselpedraforca.com

WE SUGGESTBERGUEDÀ


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Solsonès county: contrasting landscapesSolsonès County Tourist Office. SolsonaTel. (+34) 973 482 310.www.turismesolsones.com

The smugglers route, as you please: on foot,by car, by bike...Solsonès County Tourist Office. SolsonaTel. (+34) 973 482 310.www.turismesolsones.com

Vall d’Ora EcomuseumSolsonès County Tourist Office. NavèsTel. (+34) 973 482 310.www.turismesolsones.com

Castellar de la Ribera rural schoolSolsonès County Tourist OfficeCastellar de la RiberaTel. (+34) 973 482 310.www.turismesolsones.com

SOLSONÈS

Lake of Sant Maurici

Pallars SobiràPallars Sobirà

Alt Urgell

Organyà

Sort

Llavorsí

Ribera de Cardós

TavascanEsterri d’Àneu

València d’Àneu

La Seud’Urgell

Tuixén

Solsona

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Alt Urgell and Pallars SobiràLa Seu d’Urgell - Sort

Alt Urgell. In this county where natural beauty and historic interest live in perfect

harmony, the Cadí-Moixeró Natural Park lies in the Segre Valley between the High

Pyrenees and the Sierra del Cadí mountain range. This county is also home the

Alt Pirineu Natural Park. The capital, La Seu d’Urgell, looks out on a great mountain

plateau where all the main routes into the Pyrenees meet. Our route will lead us

to discover countless unique, impressive natural beauty spots.

Pallars Sobirà. Running through this county and surrounded by snow-topped

mountains and lush, green valleys are the rapid, rushing waters of the Noguera

Pallaresa River. To the north are peaks around 3,000 metres, such as the Pica

d’Estats, the highest point in Catalonia. This natural wealth of forms, colours,

sounds and sensations of all kinds provides a superb setting in which to sample

the varied cultural attractions here. The landscape is perhaps the most outstanding

feature and attraction in Pallars Sobirà county, its beauty and diversity giving us

a sense of privilege just to be here. Particularly enjoyable are visits to Aigüestortes

National Park, Lake Sant Maurici and the Alt Pirineu Natural Park. Throughout the

year, this same natural wealth enables the visitor to enjoy a huge range of adventure

sports, particularly at the many ski resorts in the county.

N-260


From La Seu to Sort 52 km

75 kmFrom Solsona to La Seu C-26 / C-14

127 kmTotal

Alt UrgellAlt Urgell County Tourist OfficePg. Joan Brudieu, 15. La Seu d’UrgellTel. (+34) 902 154 715 / 973 353 112www.ccau.cat

La Seu d’Urgell Tourist OfficeAv. Valls d’Andorra, 33. La Seu d’UrgellTel. (+34) 973 351 511www.turismeseu.com

Organyà Tourist OfficePl. de les Homilies. OrganyàTel. (+34) 973 382 002

Tuixén Tourist OfficePl. Serra del Cadí, 1, bxs. TuixénTel. (+34) 973 370 030.http://tuixent.ddl.net

Pallars SobiràPallars Sobirà County Tourist OfficeCamí de la Cabanera, s/n. SortTel. (+34) 973 621 002www.pallarssobira.info

Esterri d’Àneu Tourist OfficeMajor, 40 bis.Esterri ÀneuTel. (+34) 973 626 345www.vallsdeneu.org

Llavorsí Tourist OfficeCtra. de Cardós, s/n. LlavorsíTel. (+34) 973 622 217http://llavorsi.ddl.net

València d’Àneu Tourist OfficeAv. Port de la Bonaigua, 9València d’ÀneuTel. (+34) 973 626 038.http://altaneu.ddl.net

Vall de Cardós Tourist OfficeCamí comunidor, s/n.Ribera de CardósTel. (+34) 973 623 239

Tavascan Tourist OfficeCtra. de Tavascan, s/n. TavascanTel. (+34) 973 623 079.www.tavascan.info

This car route takes us along the Quer Valley to El Querforadat on the slopes of theSierra del Cadí mountain range.

To reach our starting point, we take the N-260 road from La Seu d’Urgell to Puigcerdà.Along the way we pass the Sant Vicenç baths in El Pont de Bar municipal borough

before reaching El Pont de Bar town itself. A little further on, wecome to the turn-off leading to the tiny villages of Bar and Toloriu(which also form part of El Pont de Bar) and El Querforadat (Cavamunicipal borough). The attractions in Bar include the castle andthe Church of Sant Esteve, whilst Toloriu boasts the lovely Churchof Sant Jaume.

Leaving Toloriu behind us, the road climbs up into the mountains,commanding ever-more spectacular views of the landscape. Finally,we reach El Querforadat, on the border with the Cadí-MoixeróNatural Park. The artistic and architectural attractions here includerustic houses with their typical wooden balconies, which imbuethe village with a very special charm. Moreover, the breathtakingviews of the Cadí mountains from here are absolutely unique.

Route around Baridà BY CAR / DURATION: 2 h 30 min

ON FOOT: VERY DIFFICULT / DISTANCE: 10 km / DURATION: 2 h 30 min

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In ancient times, wood from the great Sant Joan de l’Erm forests was used to build alarge part of the boats for the Catalan fleet. Nowadays, even thoughthe woods are still in the process of being regenerated, we canalready see many truly impressive exemplars of fir trees here.

Our route takes us through the Alt Pirineu Natural Park, startingat the mountain refuge in La Basseta, in the municipal boroughof Montferrer i Castellbò. To get to this starting point, we takethe N-260 local road from La Seu d’Urgell towards Lleida, turningoff after three kilometres onto the Montferrer road, passing throughCastellbò.

From the refuge, we take the signposted path to Sant Joan Vell onthe right, leaving the new chapel on our left. The path climbs upinto the mountains through magnificent woods, entering the areaknown as Els Àrtics and passing near the Torrent dels Riguerals River.

The ascent ends at a point commanding fantastic views of Vall de Romadriu, Coll de la Basseta, Serralada del Cadíand Salòria. Another five kilometres brings us to the ruins of the Sanctuary of Sant Joan Vell.

Sant Joan de l’ErmSeix

Albet

CastellbóSant Andreude Castellbó

SantaCreu

La Seud’Urgell

Montferrer

Vilamitjana

Aravell

Sant Joan de l’Erm Vell

Cadí-MoixeróNatural Park

La Seud’Urgell

Puigcerdà

CavaTossal

del Quer

El Querforadat

Barguja

Bar

Toloriu

El Pontde Bar

Alt Urgell

Route along the plains of La Seuand Vall de Castellbò

Route through the valleys of Tuixén BY CAR / DISTANCE: 29 km / DURATION: 5 h

The valleys of Sant Joan, in the municipal borough of Valls de Valira, lie in northwestAlt Urgell, on the border with Andorra and Pallars Sobirà county.

Our route begins in La Seu d’Urgell, from where we take the N-145 road 2 km to thevillage of Anserall on the River Valira. Next, we ascend from La Seu, turning off tothe left. The most interesting monument in Anserall is the old Romanesque Monasteryof Sant Serni de Tavèrnoles (built in 1040).

We now return to the main road until a signpost indicates thatwe should turn off to the left to Cívis. Another 5 km along theCívis road brings us to Argolell, where we can admire theRomanesque Church of Santa Eugènia.

This road follows one of the main routes used by smugglers inthe past. Our visit to Argolell concluded, we retrace our steps backto the crossroads, now taking the road to Sant Joan Fumat, wherewe can see the church.

Further on, in Asnurri, we can stop at the Romanesque Church ofSanta Eulàlia before finally reaching Civís, one of the most attractivevillages in the county, with its typical high mountain architectureand with many houses sporting stone roofs and wooden balconies.

Route throughthe valleys of Sant Joan

This route takes us from east to west, through the valleys of Josa and Vansa, stoppingat many historic old Romanesque churches nestling in the mountain landscape. Weshall also pass through lovely green river and forest landscapes in the Cadí-Moixeró

Natural Park.

The route begins in Josa. To get here from La Seu d’Urgell, take theLV-4008 road south, passing through Cerc before coming to the turn-off to Josa. North of this village stands the Romanesque Chapel ofSanta Maria de Josa.

Along the way to Tuixén, we can visit Chapel of Sant Jaume deTuixén. Once there, we turn off right towards Fórnols, following theforest track through Montargull and Sorribes before turning off onthe left to the Chapel of Sant Julià dels Garrics, with its fine Lombardarches and stone-covered apse.

BY CAR / DISTANCE: 40 km / DURATION: 5 h

Santa María de Josa

Sant Juliàdels Granics

Josa

Sant Jaume de Tuixén

TuixénCornellana

Fórnols

Sant Jaumede Fórnols

SisquerSorribes

Barceloneta

San Fruitósde l’Espluga La

Seu

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La Seud’Urgell

Anserall

Sant JoanFumat

Ars

Asnurri

Civís

Argolell

La ValiraRiver

Alt Urgell

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Route to the southern reaches BY CAR

We now continue along the same road to the crossroads, where we turn off towards Ars. The most outstandingmonument in this village is the Romanesque Church of Sant Martí, with its cylindrical belltower, one of veryfew in the Pyrenees. Leaving Ars, the beaten earth track leads to Ras de Conques, where we can gaze on theTarter dels Minairons, a great rock mass which, according to legend, was made by the “Minairons”, superhumanlystrong “little people” who deposited all the rocks in this area. We now return along the same road that we tookto complete this fascinating route.

Arsèguel

This route begins in La Seu, where we take the C-14 “Eix del Segre” road towardsOrganyà at the southern end of the county. A few kilometres before we reach thistown we can visit “Els Pontarrons”, a site containing remains from the old medievalroad. Here are four bridges, built to cross huge crevasses in the rock.

Organyà, which lies 22 kilometres fromLa Seu d’Urgell, is famous for the book of homilies named afterthe town. Discovered in 1905, the Homilies d’Organya constituteone of the oldest literary documents written in Catalan. FromOrganyà, we go on to visit Fígols (2 km away), where we canadmire the Romanesque Church of Sant Víctor.

Back on the main road again, we continue to Coll de Nargó. Thistown, along with El Pont de Claverol (Noguera Pallaresa), canrightly be considered the capital of the raier (“raft-maker’s”) world.Nowadays, in a bid to revive this tradition of steering rafts of felledtrees downriver, an annual descent is organised, and takes placeon the third Sunday in August. Here, too, we can visit the RaierMuseum and the Romanesque Church of Sant Climent, a monumentdeclared of historic and artistic interest due to its splendid belltower.

Our route now continues to Oliana, where we find several Romanesque churches: Sant Andreu del Castell (Oliana),Santa Llúcia de Tragó (Peramola), Santa Maria de Castell-Llebre (Peramola) and Sant Serni de la Salsa (Bassella).Finally, we reach our final stop, Mirambell, at the southernmost point in Alt Urgell county, from where we canenjoy unforgettable views over the surrounding countryside.

Organyà

La Seu d’Urgell

Oliana Marsh

Rialb Marsh Oliana

RomaninsFígols

BasellaMirambell

Coll deNargó

River Segre

Alt Urgell

Medieval bridges route(Hug Roger) ON FOOT: MEDIUM DIFFICULTY / DISTANCE: 8.8 km / DURATION: 5 h 15 min

From Esterri d’Àneu, we take the roadleading to Vall d’Isil, known for theFalla (“bonfire and burning effigy”)

festival which takes place here on the Feast of Saint John.Ascending, we pass through the second village on the way, besidethe reservoir. The two starting points on this route are Plaça Majorin Borén and the Romanesque bridge in Àrreu, which stands besidethe Isil road, around 200 m from Borén.

The hike is made particularly enjoyable by the splendid viewsand the chance to visit the village of Àrreu. Along the way, wecan see the Church of Sant Martí in Borén, the Chapel of La Marede Déu de les Neus, the remains of Àrreu Castle, the village ofLes Bordes d’Àrreu and the medieval bridge in Borén. Near theChapel of La Mare de Déu de les Neus is a borda (“country house”)built on the top of a small hill, where we can still see the ruins of Àrreu Castle.

Route of the Lovers ON FOOT: MEDIUM DIFFICULTY / DISTANCE: 3.7 km / DURATION: 1 h 30 min

Recommended all year round, this is a fascinating journey to visit much of the richnatural and cultural heritage in Vall de Cardós. Visitors should remember that this

is not a round route. It starts and ends at different points, andthis should be taken into account for the return journey.

We enter the Vall de Cardós from Llavorsí, taking the L-504 roadthat runs through the valley to Tavascan. There is access by roadto all the townships along this route.

From Ainet de Cardós, it is well worth making a 20-minute detourto see the remains of the fortified castle of Pui, perched on ahill on the right-hand side of the valley and commandingmagnificent views. The sights we shall see along the rest of theroute include architecturally interesting medieval bridges andtypical mountain villages. Another possible detour is the visitto the picturesque village of Esterri de Cardós.

Lladorre Mill

Lladorre

Mare de Déudel Pont

Ribera de Cardós

Esterride Cardós

Arròs de Cardós

Ainet de Cardós

Borda del Pubill

Llav

orsí

Isil

Bordes d’Àrreu

Est

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d’Àne

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Mare de Déude les Neus

Borda de Joan

Borén

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This route is the most popular in thecounty, recently made well-knownthanks to Carlos Porta’s book Trece

familias y tres muertos (“Thirteen Families and Three Deaths”).From Llavorsí, we take the L-510 local road to Alins. We findthe sign indicating the start of the path just 1 km along the roadfrom Alins to Àreu, and we can leave the car at this point.

The route can be recommended all year round, except snowyperiods in winter and spring. People not used to walking areadvised to allow a full day to complete the route. The return routeis the same as that taken for the ascent. It is possible to book ataxi from Alins for the return. Moreover, by approaching the routethe other way round, the path is made flatter and easier.

There are various truly spectacular sections between Norís andTor, with breathtaking paths over the top of the canyon. According to legend, a priest crossing the canyon onhorseback promised that, if he emerged unharmed, he would commemorate the feat with an inscription. Strangelyenough, there is a rock along the way engraved with the words “If I escape from this and do not die, never againneither bears nor bulls”, in a reference to the inhabitants of Os, Civís and Tor.

This route features the finest panoramic views to be found anywhere in the Pyrenees, showing us the differentarchitecture found in villages along the way, as well as cattle tracks and high mountain scenery.

Route to the “cursed”Mountain of Tor ON FOOT: VERY DIFFICULT / DISTANCE: 8 km / DURATION: 4h

According to legend, the lord of Àrreu built a high tower in his castle in which to lock away his daughter whenhe found out that she had fallen in love with a young Moorish man. He kept her imprisoned here until, one darknight, the young man climbed the tower wall in order to rescue his beloved. The next day, the lord set out torecover his daughter, abandoning all his possessions. The legend does not tell us whether he found her or whetherthe young couple lived happily ever after. To find out, you have to complete the route.

The route is ideal at any time of year, except the winter season, when snow can be heavy along the way.

Alins

Norís

Bordesdel Campo Tor

Llavor

sí

Borda Bartonico

Pallars Sobirà


ON FOOT: FAIRLY EASY / DISTANCE: 3 km / DURATION: 50 min

Fuster d’Isil House.Church of Son del Pi.

From Gerri de la Sal, take the local road to Peramea, a small, well-conserved villagewhose attractions include the Church of Sant Cristòfol, La Roca del Castell “CastleRock”, a medieval tower known as La Torre dels Colomers and the monumental treein the village square. In the high season, the Era Ortega Museum is open to the public,enabling us to see the rooms in this farmhouse, the church, the smithy, the prisonand the basement of a country house (cellar, granary, baking oven…).

Between Peramea and Balestui we cross a wet holm oak forest, noting that the pathconserves interesting examples of its original paving. Between Balestui and La Bordade Cossant, the path combines a unique mixture of Mediterranean vegetation and

spectacular views over the Pla de Corts to the south and the villagesof Baro and Arcalís to the north.

Access by car: From Gerri de la Sal, take the local road to Peramea.Vehicle access is also possible along a track from El Compte, leadingoff from the N-260 road, 1 km north of Gerri de la Sal.

A rather long alternate route takes us to La Borda de Cossant. Toget there, take the small road from Baro to Escós and continueto ascend along the forest track.

A walk throughthe enchanted forest

Bordade Cossant

PerameaMasiad’en Jaume

Balestiu

Mola de Montaner

Bretui

Gerride Sal

Pallars Sobirà

4x4 thrillsSip Outdoor ActivitiesBassellaTel. (+34) 973 463 042. www.bassella.com

The last kingdom of the dinosaursPaleontologia i Entorn ConsortiumColl de NargóTel. (+34) 973 383 048

La Seu d’Urgell will surprise youTurisme La SeuLa Seu d’UrgellTel. (+34) 973 351 511. www.turismeseu.com

A range of adventure sports: canoeing,rafting…Turisme La SeuTel. (+34) 973 351 511. www.turismeseu.com

WE SUGGESTALT URGELL


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Aigüestortes by 4x4Espot Taxi AssociationEspotTel. (+34) 973 624 105. www.taxisespot.com

Extreme whitewaterRoc RoiLlavorsíTel. (+34) 973 622 035. www.rocroi.com

The power of the rivers of Pallars countyRafting LlavorsíLlavorsíTel. (+34) 973 622 158. www.raftingllavorsi.com

Enjoy your leisure timeTurisnat Pirineus ResortSortTel. (+34) 973 621 008.www.turisnatpirineus.com

Enjoyment guaranteedÀssua Activa. SortTel. (+34) 973 621 259. www.assua.com

Take a fearless plunge with Rafting SortRafting Sort Rubber RiverSortTel. (+34) 973 620 220. www.rubber-river.com

PALLARS SOBIRÀ

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SalardúVielha

Bossòst

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Val d’Aran

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Val d’AranVielha

Val d'Aran. Occupying a valley watered by the River Garonne, Val d’Aran lies at

the westernmost end of the Catalan Pyrenees. The fact that this is the only Atlantic

valley in the Central Pyrenees confers peculiar geographic, climatic and human

characteristics on the area. Val d’Aran has its own language, Aranese, a variant

of the Gascon dialect of Langue d’Oc, which shares official status here with Catalan

and Spanish. The capital is Vielha, whilst the most outstanding tourist attractions

here include the superb skiing slopes, found all over this unusual comarca (county).


80 kmTotal

80 kmFrom Sort to Vielha C-28

Val d’AranTorisme Val d’AranCtra. Gausac, 1. VielhaTel. (+34) 973 640 688 / 649 949 516www.torismearan.org

Bossòst Tourist OfficePg. Eduard Aunòs, 14BossòstTel. (+34) 973 647 279http://bossost.ddl.net

Val d’Aran Tourist InformationOfficeSarriulèra, 10. VielhaTel. (+34) 973 640 110www.torismearan.org

Val d’Aran Tourist InformationOfficeTrav. de Balmes, 2. SalardúTel. (+34) 973 645 197www.torismearan.org

Les Tourist OfficeAvda. Sant Jaime 39. LesTel. (+34) 973 647 303www.turismoles.com

Val d’Aran Tourist InformationOfficeMola, s/n. ArtiesTel. (+34) 699 969 044www.torismearan.org

The Colomèrs cirque is a circular mountain bowl or basin whose most outstandingpeaks include the Creu de Colomèrs, the Tuc de Ratera, the Gran Tuc de Colomèrsand the Tuc de Sendroisa, among others. The sheer rock walls and steep canals makethis a truly spectacular sight. All the surrounding mountain peaks command magnificentpanoramic views over the dazzling infinity of lakes that lay at our feet.

The route begins at this point, in thevillage of Salardú. We take theasphalted track leading up towards the

Aiguamòg Valley to Banhs de Tredòs (9.5 km) before turning ontoan earth track, continuing for 3.5 km (4x4 vehicles only) to reachthe start of the path to the Colomèrs mountain refuge. Vehiclecirculation is restricted along this second part of the route betweenJuly and September (a taxi service is available).

Two signposted circular routes are recommended from the Colomèrsrefuge: the short route (yellow signs) and the long route (redsigns). The second route leads to the culminating point, Còth dePòdo, allowing us to enjoy spectacular views of superb landscapesalong much of the way.

A walk aroundthe lakes of Colomèrs

This route, beginning at the old Vielhahospital, at the south tunnel mouth,

takes us on a 15.8 km hike to discover some of the least-knownAranese landscapes.

Along the way, we can enjoy impressive views of green fir, oakand beech forests, as well as the spectacular vistas from the Pòrtde Vielha. We shall also learn why this is called the “Water Route”.

Waterways, springing from the mountains, accompanies us alongmuch of the way. Hikers are advised to use two cars, one parkingat the south tunnel mouth, the other at the end of the route.

The Water RoutePòrt de Vielha pass ON FOOT / DISTANCE: 15.8 km / DURATION: 5 h 40 min

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ON FOOT: MEDIUM-HIGH DIFFICULTYDISTANCE: (SHORT ROUTE: 4.45 km) / (LONG ROUTE: 9.40 km)

DURATION: (SHORT ROUTE: 2 h 45 min) / (LONG ROUTE: 4 h 45 min)

Salardú

Banhs de Tredòs

Pletiu deraMontanheta

Majorde ColomèrsLake

Coth deth Pòdo

ColomersRefuge

Vielha

Betren

Tuc deMontanero

Espitau de Vielha

Sant EsteveForest

Vielha

Val d’Aran


From L’Artiga de Linto Còth deth Hòro ON FOOT: VERY DIFFICULT / DISTANCE: 6 km / DURATION: 3 h 45 min

River AiguamoixVielha - Montgarri Riverside

This route takes us through the Joèu River Valley, a delightful natural environmentfeaturing thick forests and Alpine meadows in the highest parts. As we ascend Còthdeth Hòro, facing Mount Maladeta, we can enjoy spectacular panoramic views.

To get to the starting point for this route, leave Vielha on the N-230 road towardsFrance. On reaching Les Bòrdes, turn off to the left, crossing the village and taking thetrack that leads to L’Artiga de Lin. On the way, we see the Sanctuary of La Mair de Diudera Artiga on the right. You can parknear the cabins and the mountain refuge.

The surroundings of hazel, oak and fir are a delight to see. Beforesetting out, visit the Uelhs deth Joéu, a spectacular waterfall formedby melting water from the glaciers on Mount Aneto.

We set out from the refuge along the path south. After a hike oftwo and a quarter hours we reach fabulous Lake Deth Hòro (“bull”in Aranese), lying in an outstanding natural beauty spot. Next,we ascend Còth deth Hòro, overlooking the Escaleta Valley, fromwhere we can enjoy truly fantastic views over the highest peaksin the Pyrenees and its highest and most impressive mountain,Mt Aneto (3,404 m). To return, we retrace our steps, following thesame route back.

Artiga de LinRefuge

Norte delValle de la Artiga

Còth deth Hòro Lake

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Malh deth Melic

Val d’Aran

Defying natureHorizontes AventuraVielhaTel. (+34) 973 642 967www.horizontesaventura.com

Long live the Val d’AranTorisme de la Val d’AranVielhaTel. (+34) 973 640 688. www.torismearan.org

With its rich cultural and historic heritage, Vald’Aran offers visitors 300 km of paths, 100 kmof mountain bike routes, spa centres to relaxthe senses, unique Aranese cuisine, adventuresports centres all over the land, more than 30fine churches and a good number of museums.

Val d’Aran Tourist Information OfficeC. Sarriulèra, 10. VielhaTel. (+34) 973 640 110. www.torismearan.org

WE SUGGESTVAL D’ARAN


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Sant Climent de Taüll Church

AltaRibagorça

Pont de Suert

Vielha

Torrede Capdella

La Pobla de Segur

Tremp

Isona

Barruera

Pallars Jussà

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Alta Ribagorça. The superb heritage here includes some of the most outstanding

examples of Catalan Romanesque art, with magnificent mural paintings such as

the world-famous Pantocrator at Sant Climent de Taüll. This is a land of snow-

capped mountains, green valleys watered by winding, crystal-clear rivers and

countless picturesque landscapes of unique beauty, such as the Vall de Boí.

Altogether, this is an irresistible invitation to enjoy nature and discover the most

magnificent beauty spots. Along with Pallars Sobirà, Alta Ribagorça county shares

the fantastic Aigüestortes i Lllac de Sant Maurici National Park, whilst the activities

available include mountain sports, adventure sports and, of course, skiing.

Pallars Jussà. This county straddles the high Pyrenean peaks and the vast Sierra

del Montsec mountain range. The landscape here is a prodigy of beauty and

colour, including whitewater, peaceful rivers, lakes and pools, high peaks and

deep valleys. All this makes Pallars Jussà the perfect setting for open-air activities,

from extreme adventure sports to the most gentle and relaxing pursuits. In Vall

Fosca, a mountain cable car waits to carry us up the winding Gento Lake Valley

to the high mountain lakes.

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Alta Ribagorça and Pallars JussàEl Pont de Suert - Tremp

N-260/C-13


From Pont de Suert to Tremp 52 km

40 kmFrom Vielha to Pont de Suert N-230

92 kmTotal

Alta RibagorçaAlta Ribagorça County Tourist BoardAv. Victorià Muñoz, 48. El Pont de SuertTel. (+34) 973 690 402 / 902 101 516www.ribagorca.com

Vall de Boí Tourist Board OfficePg. Sant Feliu, 43. BarrueraTel. (+34) 973 694 000www.vallboi.com

El Pont de Suert Tourist OfficeAv. Victorià Muñoz, 22. El Pont de SuertTel. (+34) 973 690 640www.elpontdesuert.com

Pallars JussàIsona i Conca Dellà Tourist OfficeDel Museu, 4. IsonaTel. (+34) 973 665 062www.parc-cretaci.com

La Pobla de Segur Tourist OfficeAv. Verdaguer, 35. La Pobla de SegurTel. (+34) 973 680 257www.pobladesegur.cat

Tremp Tourist OfficePl. de la Creu, 1. TrempTel. (+34) 973 650 005/09www.ajuntamentdetremp.cat

Vall Fosca Tourist Board OfficeÚnic, s/n. La Torre de CabdellaTel. (+34) 973 663 001www.vallfosca.net

This route forms the gateway to the Caldes river basin, a magnificent starting pointfor countless trips to see the high mountain lakes and peaks, including the particular

delight of discovering wonderful Lake Negre, one of the deepest in the Pyrenees.

Our starting point is the car park at the Cavallers reservoir. Takingthe path along the right bank, we cross the Riumalo flats, onlymoderately difficult, though certain sections are rather steep. NearLake Negre is the Ventosa i Calvell refuge, where accommodationand meals can be provided.

Lake Negre is the starting point for many more walks aroundthe Colieto Valley and the other lakes below Les Agulles deTravessani, as well as to the peak of Mount Montardo.

Route along the River Caldesto Lake Negre ON FOOT: MEDIUM-HIGH DIFFICULTY / DISTANCE: 4.8 km / DURATION: 2 h 15 min

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Enjoy hikes through beautiful natural scenery, discovering the extraordinary routesto be found in this Pyrenean county.

One of the main routes in the network of footpaths in this county is the Camí de l’aigua, or “Water Path”, whichlinks El Pont de Suert and Vall de Boí, from the Monastery of Lavaix to the Caldes de Boí spa.

Ascending 650 m along its 26 km course, the Water Path crossesthrough varied landscapes of enormous natural interest, includingthe Escales reservoir, the Dall meadows, mid-mountain forestsof oak and hazel and many river environments inhabited by lush,green vegetation, such as the Salencar de Lleps and Barruera rivers,their typical flora and fauna enhancing the attractions for thevisitor even more. This is clearly one of the most important andinteresting paths in the network found in Alta Ribagorça county.

Hiking in Alta Ribagorça CountyThe Water Path ON FOOT: MEDIUM DIFFICULTY / DISTANCE: 26 km

Ventosa i Calvell Refuge

MountComalespada

CavallersDam

Caldes de Boí

Negre Lake

Punta Alta deComalesbienes

Planell deRiumalo

El Pont de Suert

La Vall de Boí

BarrueraVilaller

Caldes de Boí

La Pobla de Segur

Alta Ribagorça

Alta Ribagorça boasts one of the most important series of Romanesque churches inthe world. UNESCO proclaimed the Vall de Boí Romanesque site as World Heritagein 2000. There are eight churches and one chapel in this valley: La Assumpció deCóll, Santa Maria de Cardet, Sant Feliu de Barruera, La Nativitat de Durro, the Chapelof Santa Eulàlia d’Erill la Vall, Sant Joan de Boí, Santa Maria de Taüll and Sant Climentde Taüll.

Our route begins in El Pont de Suert, taking the N-230 road north, turning off after 2 km onto the L-500 to Vallde Boí.

Our first stop is in Cóll, where we can visit the Church of LaAssumpció. Returning to the main road, we turn left at the crossroads,making for the village of Cardet to see the Church of Santa Maria.Next, km 12 brings us to Barruera, site of the Church of Sant Feliu.From here we turn off onto a minor road, after which another 3km brings us to the tiny village of Durro and the Church of LaNativitat de la Mare de Déu. From here, a track leads up themountainside to the Chapel of Sant Quirc, which commandsmagnificent views of the surrounding countryside.

To admire the majestic belltower of the Church of Santa Eulàlia,we now need to return to the main road, turning left at thecrossroads at km 15.5 to reach the village of Erill la Vall, stoppingto visit the lovely Church of Sant Joan before continuing onwards once more to Taüll. This town boasts the twobest-known monumental sites in the whole valley: the Church of Santa Maria and the Church of Sant Climent.

Romanesque routethrough Vall de Boí BY CAR / DISTANCE: 75 km / DURATION: 3 h

Moreover, this Water Path is also the route to discovering historic, architectural and cultural value of the highestorder in all the villages we visit along the way, particularly as regards monuments in the characteristic localRomanesque style and fine examples of the unusual mountain architecture here.

Sant Feliu de BarrueraSant Climent de Taüll

Coll

Cardet

Barruera

Erillla Vall

Boí Taüll

Durro

El Pont de Suert

Alta Ribagorça

BY CAR / DISTANCE: 47 km

From the Collegats gorgeto the Terradets gorge, along the reservoirs

This is an exceptional route that combines sport, culture and nature, leading us todiscover the Sant Antoni and Terradetsreservoirs, the River Noguera Pallaresa,

fountains, riverbeds, deltas, flora and fauna, chapels, castles, towers,marine fossils, archaeological sites, caves… and, needless to say,to enjoy a range of water sports.

It is possible to take the route along the waterside by car, startingout from any town, from north to south or vice versa. There isalso the possibility of taking the train, from Cellers to La Poblade Segur, stopping at Guàrdia, Palau, Tremp and Salàs de Pallars;or going by bicycle, from La Pobla de Segur to Cellers, along thewest bank.

Northern area: the Sant Antoni reservoir is the largest freshwaterbody in Catalonia in terms of surface area, and offers visitors smallbeaches located in a magnificent area for enjoying water sports.

From Tremp (county capital and, for centuries, the main link between the plains and the Pyrenees) to La Poblade Segur (Congost de Collegats), the second-largest town in Pallars Jussà, situated at the confluence of two rivers,the Noguera Pallaresa and the Flamisell, with the Sant Antoni reservoir, passing through Talarn.

Sant Antoni reservoir, Salàs de Pallars and Sant Joan de Vinyafrecal. From the Collegats Gorge towards Tremp(passing through Conca de Dalt and Conca Dellà) via El Pont de Claverol, Pessonada, Aramunt, la Font de la O,El Mirador dels Ensulciats and Montesquiu, skirting the reservoir, from Nerets to Vilamitjana. From Montesquiu,we can visit the municipal borough of Isona i Conca Dellà, visiting Llordà and Orcau castles and seeing theimpressive dinosaur remains.

Central area: Noguera Pallaresa / Gavet Canal. The life of the people of Pallars county revolves around thiswaterway. From Vilamitjana to Llimiana (Terradets reservoir) with superb views over the whole lovely valley, theTremp basin and Mount Montsec. Following the Noguera Pallaresa downriver, passing through Gavet de la Conca– along the River Gavet (where intensive fishing is practised, and we can find a picnic area with fountain andbarbeque). Fontsagrada and Els Masos de Llimiana, where the Noguera Pallaresa broadens, flowing into the Terradetsreservoirs. In Vall de Barcedana is the fortified site of Sant Gervàs Castle.

Southern area: Terradets dam. Situated at the foot of the Sierra del Montsec mountain range, the last great bastionof the Pyrenees, Terradets dam stretches from the Tremp basin into Terradets gorge.

Leaving Llimiana in the direction of the dam, passing through the Barcedana canyon picnic area and the Cellerspine forest, we reach the Terradets dam. We return over the bridge, taking the C-13 road towards Tremp, passingthrough Cellers, Guàrdia, Puigcercós and Palau de Noguera. Before reaching Tremp, we turn off to the left, towardsFígols, then come to Claret, from where we can enjoy marvellous views of the Tremp basin and Conca Dellà.Moreover, just off this route is Mur Castle, a magnificent military and religious stronghold.

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La Pobla de Segur

Tremp

Sant Antoni DamAramunt

Talam

Salasde Pallars

Pallars Jussà

Terradets reservoir is an ideal spot for enjoying water sports, as well as the startingpoint for many hiking and cycling routes, all amid the most impressive natural scenery.

Over Cellers, we can see Mur Castle. Near the reservoir itself isone of the best places in Catalonia for climbing: the walls ofMount Terradets, featuring the spectacular Regina Rock. Furtheron, on the right, we cross a bridge to reach Llimiana, the mostspectacular viewpoint over the Tremp basin. Here, too, is a veritablejewel of Catalan Romanesque art, the Church of la Mare de Déude la Cinta.

Heading towards the Barcedana Valley, passing through SantMiquel de la Vall, we come to the Sant Gervàs site, comprisinga chapel, a castle and a 12th-century village, Els Vilots, as wellas the remains of a 9th-century military chapel.

Returning amid fields of cereals, vines, olives and almonds, wepass through Masos de Llimiana on our way to Gavet de la Concaand Tremp.

Routeto Terradets reservoir ON FOOT: FAIRLY EASY / DISTANCE: 9 km

Mont-Rebei Gorge

Terradets Marsh

Llimiana

Els Masosde Llimona

Gavetde la Conca

Vilamitjana

Guardia de TremoCellers

Tremp

Pallars Jussà

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Vall Fosca


The Vall Fosca route takes us through the most northerly part of the county, encircledby countless mountain peaks. This is a valley full of marvellous landscapes, lovelynooks and crannies and picturesque villages. Here, too, are endless opportunities fortrips and open-air activities of all kinds.

There are several routes enabling us to enjoy nature in its purest state and discoverunique cultural heritage, such as the Romanesque Church of Sant Vicenç de Cabdella,

a fine building perched on high and overlooking the whole valley.

Flowing through the midst of this landscape, with its many rivers,canyons, fountains and green meadows, surrounded by mountainssoaring to 3,000 metres, is the River Flamisell.

The natural gateway to Vall Fosca is Senterada on the N-260from La Pobla, towards El Pont de Suert, where we take the L-503to La Pobleta de Bellveí. Following the road up the River Flamisell,we reach the foot of the Sallente cable car, which will take us tothe Gento reservoir, commanding views over the whole valleyand its 22 fantastic lakes in what is an unforgettable experience.Once at the top of the cable car route, there are countless routesand walks we can take around the Tort and Gento reservoirs.

Sant Antoni dam

BY CAR / DISTANCE: 20 km

Erinya

Tort Dam Gento Dam

Flamisell River

Senterada

Cabdella

Cabdella Tower

La Pobleta de Bellveí

El Pont de Suert

La Pobla se Segur

Pallars Jussà

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More than a ski station, a mountain resortBoí Taüll ResortTaüllTel. (+34) 902 406 640. www.boitaullresort.com

Mountaineering coursesCatalan Mountain Sports School (ECEM)El Pont de SuertTel. (+34) 902 275 285. www.escolamuntanyacat.com

The park with 200 lakesAigüestortes i Llac de Sant Maurici National ParkTel. (+34) 973 696 189

The Valley of Catalan Romanesque artVall de Boí TrustTel. (+34) 973 694 000

Pyrenean fauna routes in Durro, Montiberri and SenetAlta Ribagorça County Tourist BoardTel. (+34) 972 690 402. www.ribagorca.com

Romanesque art in Alta Ribagorça countyVall de Boí Romanesque Interpretation CentreErill la VallTel. (+34) 973 696 715

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At the gateway to historyConca Dellà MuseumIsona i Conca DellàTel. (+34) 973 665 062. www.parc-cretaci.com

“Modernism” (Catalan Art Nouveau) in La Poblade SegurLa Pobla de Segur Municipal Tourist OfficeLa Pobla de SegurTel. (+34) 973 680 257. www.pobladesegur.org

The Pyrenean lakes by cable carVall Fosca Municipal Tourist BoardLa Torre de CapdellaTel. (+34) 973 663 001. www.vallfosca.net

Discover Tremp and its surroundings!Tremp Town HallTrempTel. (+34) 973 650 005 / 973 650 009 www.ajuntamentdetremp.com

Guided tours around the scenes of everyday lifeSalàs de Pallars Town HallTel. (+34) 973 676 003. http://salas.ddl.net

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