Hike: Santuari de Bellmunt; 19 km
Sunday, November 17, 2019, 7:25 a.m., Meet in front of Cafe Zurich, Plaza Catalunya, 1
Join us Sunday for a beautiful autumn hike!
Ready for a good climb? Well, pack some extra energy bars and let's go!
Rain or shine we’ll be meeting at 7:25 a.m. Sunday in front of Cafe Zurich at Plaça Catalunya and from there we’ll catch the R3 train to Sant Quirze de Besora. Our hike brings us through the village and follows along several ridges with panoramic views of the valleys below. This area is beautiful in the fall and we're hoping we've timed it just right to see the changing leaves...
Hike Description
Leaving Sant Quirze de Besora, we pick up the GR3. Our trail is a rocky footpath that winds its way up behind the Bac del Serrat and continues up to the Serra de la Cogullera. We'll walk along its rocky ridge, skirt the Collet de Bosquetell and climb up the Carena de Bosquetell and Coll d'Hi-era-de-massa, finally reaching the highest point of our hike at the Santuari de Bellmunt. Perfectly located in the middle of our hike, we'll break for lunch at the Santuari surrounded by beautiful views.
The hardest part over, the second half of our hike follows along the ridge of the Serra Grenyada and then descends steeply beginning at the Collet de la Balma d'en Micó, with a 250 meter descent over two kilometers. Continuing along the Serrat Alt, our trail rises and falls along the ridge, bringing us to the Castell de Torelló before a final, gradual descent into Torelló.
This is a moderately difficult hike that is not technically difficult, but some steep areas are challenging, so be sure to read the full hike description and download the trail from Wikiloc so you can follow the trail on your phone or GPS device.
Join us Sunday for a beautiful autumn hike!
Ready for a good climb? Well, pack some extra energy bars and let's go!
Rain or shine we’ll be meeting at 7:25 a.m. Sunday in front of Cafe Zurich at Plaça Catalunya and from there we’ll catch the R3 train to Sant Quirze de Besora. Our hike brings us through the village and follows along several ridges with panoramic views of the valleys below. This area is beautiful in the fall and we're hoping we've timed it just right to see the changing leaves...
Hike Description
Leaving Sant Quirze de Besora, we pick up the GR3. Our trail is a rocky footpath that winds its way up behind the Bac del Serrat and continues up to the Serra de la Cogullera. We'll walk along its rocky ridge, skirt the Collet de Bosquetell and climb up the Carena de Bosquetell and Coll d'Hi-era-de-massa, finally reaching the highest point of our hike at the Santuari de Bellmunt. Perfectly located in the middle of our hike, we'll break for lunch at the Santuari surrounded by beautiful views.
The hardest part over, the second half of our hike follows along the ridge of the Serra Grenyada and then descends steeply beginning at the Collet de la Balma d'en Micó, with a 250 meter descent over two kilometers. Continuing along the Serrat Alt, our trail rises and falls along the ridge, bringing us to the Castell de Torelló before a final, gradual descent into Torelló.
This is a moderately difficult hike that is not technically difficult, but some steep areas are challenging, so be sure to read the full hike description and download the trail from Wikiloc so you can follow the trail on your phone or GPS device.
WHAT TO BRING
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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 13 euros total. Alternatively, a multi-zone ticket can be purchased and shared by the group for a reduced cost. AND, remember to bring additional cash for beers at the end!
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.
