Garrotxa, Volcanoes and Craters
About this tour
The Garrotxa, in the province of Girona, is Catalonia's volcanic country. The Alta Garrotxa is all deep, narrow valleys, rock walls, and high crags with villages tucked among them; the Baixa Garrotxa is gentler and lower, shaped by past eruptions. This full-day excursion takes in both sides of that landscape.
Interest points
Departure
We leave Girona in the morning from the agreed meeting point and head for our first stop, Santa Pau.
First Stop
The medieval village of Santa Pau sits southeast of the Olot plain, in the heart of the volcanic zone. It has the highest concentration of volcanic features in the area: the Margarida volcano, the Jordà beech forest, and the Croscat volcano. We walk its streets, see the medieval wall, and explore the old town.
Santa Margarida Volcano
One of the best-known volcanoes in the area. We stop here for breakfast before walking up to the Chapel of Santa Margarida, which stands right inside the crater.
La Fageda
A beech forest that grew on top of an old lava flow, which is part of what makes it so striking. Walk beneath the tall trees, find out what the "tossols" are, and breathe the clean air. Then it is time for a picnic.
Banyoles
Our last stop, with a guided walk along the shore of its striking lake that fills in where it came from and how it took shape.
Participants
Small groups
Our excursions are for groups of up to 15 people. For larger groups, no problem — just contact us (via WhatsApp, email, or the website form) and we will adapt to your needs.Private Tour
This tour can also be booked as a private tour. You can fill in the contact form to request a private experience.Customise your tour
If there is something you would like to add or change for you and your group, get in touch and we will do our best to work it in.
Includes
- Local guide.
- Transportation.
- Lunch at a local restaurant.
Does not include
- Guide tips, if you wish to contribute.
Recommendations
- Arrive about 10 minutes before the scheduled start time to ensure punctual departure.
- Bring a bottle of water.
- Check the weather forecast.
- Wear comfortable clothes and shoes suitable for the season.
Additional Information
- Pets are not allowed.
- Not accessible for people with reduced mobility.
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Ticket price
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Meeting Point
Address
Plaça de Catalunya, 12, 17004 Girona. The default meeting point is in Girona, at Plaça de Catalunya, next to the "La Gioconda" ice cream shop. We can also arrange another meeting point with the client.
How to get to the meeting point
If you do not wish to be picked up from your hotel, the default meeting point is a 2-minute walk from City Hall, next to the Tourist Office. From the train or bus station, it is a 15-minute walk towards the river. By car, you can park in Plaça Catalunya (paid parking) or further away at Devesa Park (free parking).