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13Km circular route in Natural Pools & waterfalls of Siurana

Beautiful late spring or summer walking route from a mountain top village around a river basin with various waterfalls and natural swimming pools

Updated: Nov 22, 2022 by: Barcelona Travel Hacks Views: 695

About Natural Pools and waterfalls of Siurana

Siurana is a mountain top village in prades mountain range overlooking the Siurana Reservoir. the village is in the municipality of the Cornudella de Montsant in the county of Priorat, Tarragona region. Siurana was the last Muslim enclave to fall to the Christians in Catalonia in 1153.

Abdelazia, the Moorish queen, rather than be subjected to the Christians, preferred to throw herself off the cliff with her horse. The animal, in its futile resistance, left the footprint of its horseshoe marked on the rock forever. With the end of the queen, the last Saracen stronghold in Catalonia disappeared.

The town consists of charming stone houses and cobbled streets with a castle ruin and sits atop a rocky limestone cliff that provides excellent routes for climbers. Siurana river basin is also a popular hiking area with its waterfalls and natural pools.

This circular 13Km hiking route starts and ends from the castle ruin and descends the limestone cliffs, via La trona rock formation, to the Siurana river basin passing Moli de l'Esquirola watermill ruin and mill stone. The route ascends the other side of the river valley to a plateau path passing Mas d'en Ribelles de Dalt farmhouse ruin. Here the path turns into the forest and arrives at Gorg del mas de Frares waterfall descending down parallel to the river passing many more waterfalls and pools.

The must see waterfall is Gorgs de La Febro which can be found where the path crosses the Barranc de Foradada river. There is a rock formation with an opening which is the outlet for the plunge pool of Febro waterfall and is a beautiful natural swimming pool.

The return route to the village is via the same descending cliff path that arrives back at the castle or continuing around the headland for views of the Siurana Reservoir and taking an ascending path up to the other side of the village.

Visiting Natural Pools and waterfalls of Siurana

Siurana can be visited anytime of the year due to its moderate climate. However, this hiking route is via the natural pools and waterfalls which can be best enjoyed for swimming in the summer.

Allow 6-8 hours to complete the route assuming stopping to swim in the waterfalls and natural pools. A MEDIUM level of fitness is required.

For a complete weekend this hiking trip can be combined with a first day of hiking in Montsant. Staying overnight in Siurana.

Accessibility, mobility & Clothing for Natural Pools and waterfalls of Siurana

This route involves walking along rivers and waterfalls so I put things that I want to remain dry inside waterproof bag inside my rucksack. I keep my phone inside an IPX8 case so I can take photos from the river and waterfall.

I recommend taking 2 litres of water to complete this route.

Small 30L Hiking Rucksack

Small 30L Hiking Rucksack

Includes high visibility fog and rain waterproof cover in zip compartment at bottom of rucksack.

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Trail shoes

Trail shoes

Lightweight comfortable trail shoes

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Summer socks

Summer socks

Ankle spring/summer socks

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Mid layer Top

Mid layer Top

Light weight cotton quick dry T-shirt

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Running shorts

Running shorts

Mens trail running shorts

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Convertible Trousers

Convertible Trousers

Lightweight convertible trousers that zip down to shorts

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Phone Case for watersports

Phone Case for watersports

IPX8 waterproof floating and submersible case & Lanyard. Permits photos and touchscreen use.

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Wet shoes

Wet shoes

Waterproof shoes for coastal hikes and remote stoney beaches.

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Waterproof bag

Waterproof bag

20 to 30L Waterproof bag for sea caving and coastal hikes where risk of getting wet or immersion in water

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Lightweight Towel

Lightweight Towel

Compact lightweight microfibre towel for coastal and mountain hiking

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High Factor Sun Cream

High Factor Sun Cream

factor 50 non-polluting sun-cream to protect the oceans, lakes and rivers.

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Summary of Prices

Train/Bus Fare Entry Ticket Additional Information Train/Bus Fare Entry Ticket Additional Information Adult € 20.00 FREE Child € 20.00 FREE Notes 3 euros per day parking fee

Getting to Natural Pools and waterfalls of Siurana

Address: Carrer Major S/N, Siurana. 43362

Siurana is uniquely accesible by car about 2 hours from Barcelona. There is no bus or public transport option.

Parking next to the castle ruin costs 3 euros per day. overflow parking can be found next to Siurana Camping zone.

From junction 34 of the AP7 motorway take the T-11 in the direction of Reus and follow this dual carriage way as it turns into the N-240. At Les Borges del Camp turn off into the C-242 towards Alforja and Cornudella de Montsant. After passing through Cornudella de Montsant take the T-3225 towards Siurana.

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A0271 - Natural Pools & waterfalls of Siurana

Beautiful late spring or summer walking route from a mountain top village around a river basin with various waterfalls and natural swimming pools

Distance: 12.5 Km

Difficulty: Easy

Return Travel Fare: 20.00 EUR

Transport Network: Car

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