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Garrotxa

Set in the heart of Catalonia close to the French border, the county of Garrotxa is full of fascination. Set out to explore this Pyrenean and volcanic area during a holiday in Catalonia.

Campsite rentals in the Garrotxa

Looking for an escapade immersed in nature? A campsite rental in the Garrotxa has it all! Firstly, this comarca (or county) in the province of Girona is particularly distinctive. To the north, the Pyrenees and the Alta Garrotxa stretch upwards, offering striking views. Secondly, it’s one of the finest astronomical observation areas in Western Europe.

 

Lower down, the peaks of the Pyrenees give way to other natural wonders in the Garrotxa volcanic area. Visitors are always amazed by the volcanoes, the forty or so volcanic cones and the twenty or so basaltic lava flows.

 

Finally, the Garrotxa features a charming valley harbouring the community of La Vall d’en Bas. Here you’ll find natural pools formed by rivers, a Roman road and places of worship and castles from medieval times.

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Mobile home rental in the Garrotxa

There is no shortage of holiday ideas in Catalonia. Choosing between Barcelona and its surroundings, the Empordà and its Costa Brava, and the Pyrenees is no easy task. And let’s not forget the Garrotxa with its peaks and volcanic terrain! The advantage of this latter region is that no matter where you decide to stay, you’ll be able to visit the area during your holiday, thanks to its geographic location.

 

However, if you want to be as close as possible, opt for Yelloh! Village Bassegoda Park, located at the foot of the Puig de Bassegoda peak, which marks the boundary between the Alt Emporda and the Garrotxa. If you stay in the first of these two areas, your backdrop will be formed by the second, and you can travel between them in just a few minutes. Best of all, this campsite boasts its own astronomical observatory. You’ll spend a lot of time gazing at the stars’ stunning display during a camping holiday in the Garrotxa.

 

You can also easily reach the Garrotxa from the Costa Brava campsites. If you stay at Yelloh! Village Sant Miquel, at Yelloh! Village Sant Pol, at Yelloh! Village Punta Mila or Yelloh! Village Mas Sant Josep, you can spend a day visiting the area.

 

What can you do while camping in the Garroxta?

Alta Garrotxa

If you opt for a mobile home rental in the Garrotxa, you won’t want to miss a trip to the upper part of the comarca. Discover the richness of the landscapes, made up of mountains, rocks and streams. A beautiful spot for hiking and cycling, whether you’re a novice or experienced walker or cyclist.

 

If you’re looking for a camping holiday in the mountains, somewhere you can recharge your batteries surrounded by nature, the Alta Garrotxa is a destination of choice.

 

The Zona Volcànica de la Garrotxa Natural Park

Quite simply unique. An experience unlike any other awaits you on a camping holiday in the Garrotxa. The Garrotxa volcanic area is an extraordinary place, the only terrain of its kind and of this magnitude on the entire Iberian Peninsula.

 

When you visit, you’ll discover a veritable festival of natural treasures. Starting with the volcanic cones, volcanoes and lava flows. But that’s not all! The natural park is also teeming with amazing fauna and flora.

 

A trip to the volcanic region is also a chance to explore the history-steeped town of Olot, which was the capital of Catalonia in the late 19th century.

 

The picturesque villages

Finally, during a camping holiday in the Alta Garrotxa, you can experience the authenticity of Catalonia at first hand as you tour its villages. From La Vall d’en Bas (“Lower Valley”, in Catalan) to the Romanesque villages, tranquillity reigns in these rural communities that have spanned the centuries.

 

Among the long list of villages oozing with charm, one unmissable destination stands out. This is Besalù, which was a stronghold in the Middle Ages, as can be seen in its architecture. Walk around the village and the cobbled streets that reveal its history. You’ll also cross one of the country’s most beautiful bridges, which once provided access to the town. You’ll then discover the Jewish quarter, where the many alleyways form a real labyrinth. Stroll to the old synagogue and mikveh, the last medieval Jewish bath in Spain to remain standing.

 

What are the sightseeing attractions in the Garrotxa?

  • The Zona Volcànica de la Garrotxa Natural Park
  • The Puig de Bassegoda and Alta Garrotxa
  • Besalú
  • Olot
  • The former monastery of Sant Joan les Fonts
  • Castellfollit de la Roca
  • Santa Pau
  • The bridge over the River Llierca
  • Les Planes d’Hostoles
  • Sadernes

 

What are the activities on offer in the Garrotxa?

  • Hiking
  • Touring the volcanoes
  • Exploring the villages
  • Cycling
  • Canyoning
  • A hot air balloon flight
  • Paragliding and paramotoring

 

Which are the most beautiful towns and villages in the Garrotxa?

  • Besalú
  • Olot
  • Sant Joan les Fonts
  • Santa Pau
  • Castellfollit de la Roca
  • Montagut I Oix
  • El Mallol
  • Joanetes
  • Sant Esteve d’en Bas

 

Which are the most beautiful rivers in the Garrotxa?

  • The Gorg del Molí dels Murris
  • The natural pools of the Brugent River
  • The Gorga de Santa Margarida
  • Can Poeti
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