Muralla de Finestres (the Wall of Finestres). The doubled walled cliffs have a beautiful hermitage in the middle with a spectacular view of the reservoir. The name Finestres is based on the nearby abandoned town of Finestres. In 1960, due to the construction of the dam across the Noguera Ribagorçana river, the farmland in the … Read more
In this article we cover the beautiful hiking routes and trails in and around Barcelona. These make ideal day trips and most starting points can easily be reached by metro, train or bus.
The GR-92 from Sitges to Vilanova takes you along a rocky path between the sea and the railway tracks, offering some spectacular views and hidden beaches along the way.
The caves of Can Riera are situated close to the town of Torrelles de Llobregat, 17km from Barcelona (roughly a half hour drive). Over time, wind and rain created the attractive shapes on the sandstone walls of these caves, which resemble Antelope Canyon in Arizona. Red dust from the clay covers all the surfaces so … Read more
The Camino de Ronda (GR-92) from La Fosca beach in Palamos to Calella de Palafrugell is one of the most spectacular walks along the Costa Brava. 🌊 See also: Hike from Sitges to Vilanova Along GR-92
The hike from Cadaqués to the nearest lighthouse, Far de Calanans takes you past several beaches and coves and in parts leads along a narrow cliff path, offering stunning views. The hike begins with walking past Plaja de Portdoguer, pictured above. Looking back at Cadaqués, in the foreground is Cala Sa Conca. The path as it crosses above Sa … Read more
