🌳🌋 Forests and Volcanoes: 4 Magical Places in One Day
Discover one of Catalonia’s most surprising corners on a unique getaway that combines nature, history, and otherworldly landscapes.
✨ La Fageda d’en Jordà
An enchanted forest growing atop ancient lava flows. Strolling among its beech trees is a magical experience that feels like something out of a fairy tale.
🌋 Garrotxa Volcanic Zone Natural Park
The finest example of a volcanic landscape on the Iberian Peninsula and one of the most spectacular in Europe. Here you can explore legendary craters like Santa Margarida or discover the impressive cliffs of Croscat.
🏘️ Castellfollit de la Roca
A tiny, fascinating village built on a basalt cliff over 50 meters high. Its narrow streets and the viewpoint overlooking the cliff are unforgettable.
🏰 Besalú
A journey back in time to the Middle Ages. Its Romanesque bridge, its cobbled streets and the old Jewish quarter make it one of the most beautiful historical sites in Catalonia.
🌟 In just one day you will experience magical forests, sleeping volcanoes, lava cliffs and the medieval magic of Besalú.
A perfect route for lovers of nature, history and unique landscapes!
INCLUDED:
- Private bus.
- Barcelona Trips Guide for Your Trip.
- Maps and all the details about the route.
NOT INCLUDED:
- Food / Beverages.
🚍 Departure from Barcelona
8:00 a.m. – Plaza España (Café Buenas Migas)
8:35 a.m. – Fabra i Puig Bus Station
🏞️ La Fageda d’en Jordà (10:45 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.)
We’ll start the day in one of Catalonia’s most magical forests. Stroll through its unique beech forests, which have grown on ancient lava flows, and soak up the tranquility of this fairytale-like setting.
🌋 Volcanoes of La Garrotxa (12:20 – 15:30)
In just 5 minutes, we’ll reach the most impressive volcanic area on the Iberian Peninsula.
Explore the Santa Margarida volcano, with its chapel inside the crater, and admire the spectacular cross-section of the Croscat. Nature in its purest form.
🏘️ Castellfollit de la Roca (3:45 p.m. – 4:15 p.m.)
A picturesque village perched on a 50-meter-high basalt cliff. With our guide, you’ll explore its hidden corners and enjoy an unforgettable panoramic view from the bridge.
🏰 Besalú (4:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.)
We’ll travel back to the Middle Ages in one of Catalonia’s most beautiful villages. A Romanesque bridge, cobblestone streets, and free time to wander through its historic charm.
🚍 Return to Barcelona
7:30 p.m. – Scheduled arrival in Barcelona.
🌟 One day, four unique gems: a magical forest, dormant volcanoes, lava cliffs, and a dreamlike medieval village.
An unforgettable experience that has it all!
History of the City
La Fageda d’en Jordà is one of the most magical places in the Garrotxa region. It is an exceptional beech forest because it sits atop a cooled lava flow from the Croscat volcano and is located on flat terrain at an elevation of 550 m. In addition, the beech forest is surrounded by 21 volcanoes.
The Garrotxa Volcanic Zone Natural Park is one of those places that makes you realize you don’t have to go very far to see spectacular or unique landscapes. In Catalonia, we have the finest example of a volcanic landscape on the entire Iberian Peninsula and one of the most significant in Europe.
Castellfollit de la Roca is one of the smallest municipalities in Spain, covering less than 1 km² in area. It is the second smallest in Catalonia and the smallest in the province of Girona.
Besalú is a medieval town in the province of Girona.



























