Zona Volcànica de la Garrotxa Natural Park

Φυσικά αξιοθέατα στο φυσικό πάρκο Zona Volcànica de la Garrotxa

Scenic Natural Wonders

This collection highlights the geological diversity of Catalonia's Garrotxa Volcanic Zone. It features the basaltic cliffs of Castellfollit de la Roca, formed by ancient lava flows, and the multi-tiered waterfalls of Can Batlle and Salt del Molí dels Murris. The list includes the highest peak in the Sierra de Finestres, Puigsallança, alongside the specialized wetland ecosystems of Basses de Can Jordà, situated within the unique Fageda d'en Jordà beech forest.

A

Can Batlle

Multi-tiered waterfall near Santa Pau featuring natural pools and limestone rock formations.

B

Salt del Molí dels Murris

Waterfall in Les Planes d'Hostoles characterized by a wide cascade and a large natural swimming hole.

C

Cinglera de Castellfollit de la Roca

Basaltic cliff over 50 meters high and nearly a kilometer long, formed by the erosive action of the Fluvià and Toronell rivers on ancient lava.

D

Parc de les Bisaroques

Urban green space in Olot situated on the slopes of the Bisaroques volcanic cone.

E

Cingle de Rocalba

Steep rocky escarpment located near the Cogolls valley.

F

Cingles de la Casavella

Natural cliffs overlooking the landscape near Les Planes d'Hostoles.

G

Cingle d'en Font

Cliff formation situated within the volcanic terrain of the Garrotxa region.

H

Cingles de Fontfreda

Basaltic rock walls located near the town of Olot, showcasing the region's volcanic history.

I

parc 1 d'octubre

Public park in Santa Pau offering open green spaces and views of the surrounding volcanic hills.

J

Estany del Coll

Small natural lake located in the southern part of the Garrotxa Volcanic Zone.

K

Basses de Can Jordà

Series of natural ponds located within the Fageda d'en Jordà, a beech forest growing on an old lava flow.

L

Gorg de Can Cutilla

Natural pool and small waterfall located in the stream beds near Santa Pau.

M

Puigsallança

Puigsallança is a mountain of Catalonia, Spain. It has an elevation of 1,026 metres above sea level.

N

Roca Lladre

Mountain peak in the Sierra de Finestres with an elevation of approximately 907 meters.

O

Puig Blanc

Volcanic peak located near the central area of the Garrotxa Volcanic Zone Natural Park.