Hike: GR-92 Garraf to Gavà; 21 km
Sunday, December 30, 2018, 8:10 a.m., Meet in front of El Fornet, Carrer d'Aragó, 284
ASB Mediterranean Trail Hiking Series
December's hike is the tenth in our series following the GR-92 Mediterranean Trail. Stretching from France to Valencia, the GR-92 hugs the coastline covering a distance of 583 km in total. We've started our series in the south heading north and we'll hike as many segments of this marvelous long distance trail as are accessible by train. So far we've hiked 165.5 km! This hike picks up where we left off at Garraf and brings us 21 km northeast to Gavà.
Join us Sunday!
Rain or shine we’ll be meeting at 8:10 am in front of El Fornet, Carrer d'Aragó, 284 where we’ll catch the train from Passeig de Gràcia to Garraf (R2).
From the seaside town of Garraf our trail climbs the Sender del Mediterrani up into Garraf Park passing by the 19th cen. modernist building La Pleta and numerous cave mouths that open up to the Pla de Querol. We'll climb up to La Morella, the highest peak in Garaff Park (596 m) and walk along the Serra del Clos, then gradually down again, passing by the ruins of Castell d'Eramprunyà and stopping for lunch at the Ermita de Santa Maria de Bruguers (there MIGHT be a cafe open there, but bring something to eat in case it is closed for the season). After that, it's all downhill to Gavà.
Our earlier hikes in 2018 have been very flat, but this one offers us a bit of climbing! Be prepared for an overall increase in elevation of 700 meters, so be sure you are ready to go the distance! Please read the full hike description and download the trail on Wikiloc so you can follow the trail on your phone/GPS device. And, as usual, you will need to bring a packed lunch as we will be eating along the trail.
ASB Mediterranean Trail Hiking Series
December's hike is the tenth in our series following the GR-92 Mediterranean Trail. Stretching from France to Valencia, the GR-92 hugs the coastline covering a distance of 583 km in total. We've started our series in the south heading north and we'll hike as many segments of this marvelous long distance trail as are accessible by train. So far we've hiked 165.5 km! This hike picks up where we left off at Garraf and brings us 21 km northeast to Gavà.
Join us Sunday!
Rain or shine we’ll be meeting at 8:10 am in front of El Fornet, Carrer d'Aragó, 284 where we’ll catch the train from Passeig de Gràcia to Garraf (R2).
From the seaside town of Garraf our trail climbs the Sender del Mediterrani up into Garraf Park passing by the 19th cen. modernist building La Pleta and numerous cave mouths that open up to the Pla de Querol. We'll climb up to La Morella, the highest peak in Garaff Park (596 m) and walk along the Serra del Clos, then gradually down again, passing by the ruins of Castell d'Eramprunyà and stopping for lunch at the Ermita de Santa Maria de Bruguers (there MIGHT be a cafe open there, but bring something to eat in case it is closed for the season). After that, it's all downhill to Gavà.
Our earlier hikes in 2018 have been very flat, but this one offers us a bit of climbing! Be prepared for an overall increase in elevation of 700 meters, so be sure you are ready to go the distance! Please read the full hike description and download the trail on Wikiloc so you can follow the trail on your phone/GPS device. And, as usual, you will need to bring a packed lunch as we will be eating along the trail.
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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 6.00 euros roundtrip for single fare tickets. (Alternately, a multi-zone ticket can be purchased and shared by the group.) For the train ride back, you can use your single zone T-10, so remember to bring it as well.
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.
