Garrocha Day Trip

Step back in time and discover the region of Girona full of beautiful medieval villages with this Garrocha Day Trip. You'll visit locations including Besalú, Castellfollit de la Roca and Lake Bañolas.

Garrocha Day Trip

At 9 am we'll meet at the Plaza Sant Feliu de Gerona and head to Besalú, which is about 35 minutes away.

We'll spend two hours exploring the medieval village with a guide, discovering the history of the old town.

Next, we will visit the Garrocha Natural Park, known for its more than 40 volcanoes. We will approach a medieval chapel situated in the crater of one of them.

As we head towards the Santa Margarida volcano, we'll stop at Castellfollit de la Roca, a village with houses perched on a basaltic rock column, and enjoy views of the River Fluvià.

After taking in the scenery, you will have one and a half hours of free time for lunch at a local restaurant.

The tour will continue to the village of Santa Pau, where we will visit the Santa Maria church and the Castle, notable examples of medieval architecture.

The day will conclude at Lake Bañolas, with a short walk along the shore to learn more about the area and enjoy the landscape. We'll return to Girona at 5 pm.