Hike: L'Arboç to Vilanova i la Geltrú; 19 km
Sunday, December 10, 2017, 8:50 a.m., Meet in front of Cafe Zurich, Plaça de Catalunya, 1
Rain or shine we’ll be meeting at 8:50am at in Plaça de Catalunya where we’ll catch the train to L'Arboç. Our trail follows the GR-92 through the Parque del Foix varying from farm roads to narrow, rocky footpaths. Along the way we'll pass by the Castell de Castellet (10th cen.), and numerous masia ruins. For such a small area, this park has a high level of biodiversity. We'll begin in a mountainous area and end at the coast passing through holm-oak and pine forests, extensive myrtle groves, and rough pastures and vineyards.
Please be sure to read the full hike description and download the trail on Wikiloc so you can follow the trail on your phone/GPS device.
Rain or shine we’ll be meeting at 8:50am at in Plaça de Catalunya where we’ll catch the train to L'Arboç. Our trail follows the GR-92 through the Parque del Foix varying from farm roads to narrow, rocky footpaths. Along the way we'll pass by the Castell de Castellet (10th cen.), and numerous masia ruins. For such a small area, this park has a high level of biodiversity. We'll begin in a mountainous area and end at the coast passing through holm-oak and pine forests, extensive myrtle groves, and rough pastures and vineyards.
Please be sure to read the full hike description and download the trail on Wikiloc so you can follow the trail on your phone/GPS device.
WHAT TO BRING
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SCHEDULE
Tickets
This is a pay-as-you-go event so don't forget to bring cash. This event is free for members and the ASB is collecting only 3.00 euros per person for non-members to help defray the cost of scouting the trails and organizing the hike. Train tickets are purchased separately and will cost about 11.00 euros round-trip. Alternatively, a multi-zone ticket can be purchased and shared by the group.
ASB Members 0.00 EUR ASB Friends 3.00 EUR (pay at event) |
PERSONAL SAFETY
You are wholly responsible for your health and safety at all times. You must be physically capable of participating in and completing this activity in order to attend. If you are for any reason doubtful of your ability to participate in this event you should NOT attend.
The American Society of Barcelona (ASB) does not provide liability or personal injury insurance for the protection of individuals, groups, organizations, business or others that participate in this, or any other ASB activity.
You should be aware that this event requires a high level of physical fitness and is physically testing. Be aware also that there is a risk of injury while participating in outdoor activities, such as hiking. In the unlikely event of an accident the ASB is not responsible for injury, loss or damage.
Attending this event signifies that you understand fully that you may be exposed to a variety of hazards and risks, foreseen or unforeseen, which are inherent in outdoor activities, such as hiking. You must exercise extra care for your own personal safety and for the safety of others around you in the face of such hazards.
By attending this event you are acknowledging that you understand the various risks involved in participating in this event and accept full responsibility for your safety, and the safety of any minors accompanying you, at all times and you agree to hold the ASB harmless for any accident, injury, loss or damage.
The American Society of Barcelona (ASB) does not provide liability or personal injury insurance for the protection of individuals, groups, organizations, business or others that participate in this, or any other ASB activity.
You should be aware that this event requires a high level of physical fitness and is physically testing. Be aware also that there is a risk of injury while participating in outdoor activities, such as hiking. In the unlikely event of an accident the ASB is not responsible for injury, loss or damage.
Attending this event signifies that you understand fully that you may be exposed to a variety of hazards and risks, foreseen or unforeseen, which are inherent in outdoor activities, such as hiking. You must exercise extra care for your own personal safety and for the safety of others around you in the face of such hazards.
By attending this event you are acknowledging that you understand the various risks involved in participating in this event and accept full responsibility for your safety, and the safety of any minors accompanying you, at all times and you agree to hold the ASB harmless for any accident, injury, loss or damage.
