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Walking in Catalunya - Girona Pyrenees
35 hikes in Garrotxa, CadA-MoixerA³ Natural Park and RipollA¨s
By Jacint Mig
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Stretching from the volcanic landscapes of the Garrotxa and the forested gorges of the Alta Garrotxa to the rocky Pyrenean peaks of the Ripollès and Cadí-Moixeró Natural Park, the Girona Pyrenees region of Catalunya offers a remarkably varied and largely undiscovered walking destination. With routes ranging from idyllic valley walks through wine country to demanding summits above 2500m, this corner of northern Spain rewards walkers of every level. This comprehensive guidebook by authors Nike Werstroh and Jacint Mig describes 35 graded day walks ranging from 5 to 19km and taking between 2 and 8 hours, covering three distinct areas of the Girona Pyrenees. It combines clear route descriptions with practical planning information to help you explore this varied and rewarding region of Catalunya with confidence. The 35 walks are organised across three areas, Garrotxa, Ripollès, and Cadí-Moixeró Natural Park, covering everything from easy valley strolls and the Muga Gorge to high-level routes on Pedraforca, Puigmal, and the peaks above Camprodon, with routes suitable for all abilitiesEvery walk is illustrated with 1:25,000 or 1:50,000 maps and supported by detailed information on accommodation, public transport, and parking, so you can navigate the region and arrive at each trailhead fully preparedGPX files are available to download for all 35 routes, enabling easy digital navigation on GPS devices or smartphone apps through the gorges, forests, and high ridges of the Girona PyreneesBackground sections cover the geography, geology, plants, flowers, and wildlife of the region alongside a glossary of local terms, giving you valuable context for the landscapes and habitats you encounter on the trailMost routes can be walked between April and November, with the lower Garrotxa walks accessible in winter too, making this a genuinely flexible destination across much of the year Whether you base yourself in Olot, Camprodon, or Saldes, this guidebook has the routes, maps, and local knowledge to help you get the best from the Garrotxa, Ripollès, and Cadí-Moixeró Natural Park. It's the perfect companion for your next walking holiday.
Stretching from the volcanic landscapes of the Garrotxa and the forested gorges of the Alta Garrotxa to the rocky Pyrenean peaks of the Ripollès and Cadí-Moixeró Natural Park, the Girona Pyrenees region of Catalunya offers a remarkably varied and largely undiscovered walking destination. With routes ranging from idyllic valley walks through wine country to demanding summits above 2500m, this corner of northern Spain rewards walkers of every level. This comprehensive guidebook by authors Nike Werstroh and Jacint Mig describes 35 graded day walks ranging from 5 to 19km and taking between 2 and 8 hours, covering three distinct areas of the Girona Pyrenees. It combines clear route descriptions with practical planning information to help you explore this varied and rewarding region of Catalunya with confidence. The 35 walks are organised across three areas, Garrotxa, Ripollès, and Cadí-Moixeró Natural Park, covering everything from easy valley strolls and the Muga Gorge to high-level routes on Pedraforca, Puigmal, and the peaks above Camprodon, with routes suitable for all abilitiesEvery walk is illustrated with 1:25,000 or 1:50,000 maps and supported by detailed information on accommodation, public transport, and parking, so you can navigate the region and arrive at each trailhead fully preparedGPX files are available to download for all 35 routes, enabling easy digital navigation on GPS devices or smartphone apps through the gorges, forests, and high ridges of the Girona PyreneesBackground sections cover the geography, geology, plants, flowers, and wildlife of the region alongside a glossary of local terms, giving you valuable context for the landscapes and habitats you encounter on the trailMost routes can be walked between April and November, with the lower Garrotxa walks accessible in winter too, making this a genuinely flexible destination across much of the year Whether you base yourself in Olot, Camprodon, or Saldes, this guidebook has the routes, maps, and local knowledge to help you get the best from the Garrotxa, Ripollès, and Cadí-Moixeró Natural Park. It's the perfect companion for your next walking holiday.