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Attractions within 1 to 2 hours from Barcelona by car
A filter that selects day or weekend trips further afield that are one to two hours travel outside of Barcelona capital by car
Within 1 to 2 hours by Car
There is so much more to Barcelona than the city itself. There are great day or weekend trips to the Catalan countryside and coastal areas that are full of overwhelming natural beauty and cultural activities to be enjoyed.
On this page I have listed what to do and see outside of Barcelona city and within 1 to 2 hours via private transport, i.e a car. While the main focus of content is accessible for everyone via public transport, there are some places that are so breathtakingly beautiful that they deserve to be included.
This list covers remote villages and hiking trails in Catalunya and where applicable I have linked each place to nearby attractions when thinking about planning weekend trip or holidaying outside of the capital.
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Happy Exploring!
Attractions Within 1 to 2 hours by Car
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Siurana Natural Pools & Waterfalls 13km Circular Hike
Beautiful 13km circular hike from Siurana village through river gorges, waterfalls and natural pools, with swimming spots, forest trails and cliff‑top views
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Tavertet Waterfall & Morro de l’Abella Viewpoint Cliff Hike with Cave
Spectacular cliff hike under Molí Bernat waterfall with ladders, forest paths, cave detour, and panoramic views of Panta de Seu Reservoir from Morro de l’Abella
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Pedraforca Circular Hike from Gósol | Twin Peaks, Castle & Summit Trail
Medium-hard 14 km hike from Gósol to Pedraforca’s twin peaks. Includes castle ruins, forest trails, and an optional summit scramble. Ideal for summer or snowshoeing
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Alta Garrotxa – Sadernes & Sant Aniol Waterfalls Hiking & Swimming
15 km circular route from Sadernes to the natural pools and waterfalls of Sant Aniol d’Aguja, with watermill ruins, stone farmhouses and cliff viewpoints
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Pratdip Circular Hike in Llaberia – Chains, Cliffs & Legends
Medium‑hard 16km circular hike from Pratdip through Llaberia Natural Park. Chain‑assisted ravines, cliff‑top paths, big views and the legendary Catalan Dip myth
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Fageda de la Grevolosa: Ancient Forest Hike with Autumn Colours & Views
15km circular hike through volcanic ridgelines and Catalonia’s most magical beech forest. Best autumn colours, panoramic views, and peaceful woodland paths
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Montsant Escaladei & Clot del Cirer 15km Circular Hike
Spectacular 15km circular hike from Escaladei Monastery through Montsant cliffs, chain‑assisted ravines, high plateaus and the Clot del Cirer natural spring
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Snow Shoe Hiking in Serra de Montgrony from Campelles
15Km circular snow shoe hiking route from Campelles village near Ribes de Freser in the Serra de Montgrony mountain range
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Peguera Abandoned Village Hike + Gallina Pelada Summit
13 km circular hike from Peguera to Roca Blanca and Gallina Pelada summits. Includes mining ruins, forest trails, and a visit to Cercs coal museum
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Cingles de Malanyeu Autumn & Winter 14 km Hike
Circular route via enchanting beach & oak forests to a ridgeline path with views of the high Pyrenees including Pedraforca plus secret waterfall desent path
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Garrotxa Volcanic Zone – Les Planes d’Hostoles Waterfalls & Hiking Route
13 km circular hike through the waterfalls of Les Planes d’Hostoles, the Hostoles castle ruins, Cogolls hamlet, and the Molí dels Murris and Can Poetí gorges in the Garrotxa Volcanic Zone
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Cadí-Moixeró Waterfall Hike | Empedrats, Sant Jordi & Boixassa Loop
15 km circular hike in Cadí-Moixeró Natural Park. Swim at Els Empedrats, visit 5 waterfalls, summit Boixassa, and loop past Refugi Sant Jordi and forest trails
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Santa Pau & Garrotxa Volcanic Zone – Medieval Village & Finestres Hike
Explore Santa Pau in the Garrotxa Volcanic Zone. A 13km circular hike to Santa Maria de Finestres passes forests, viewpoints, and dormant volcanoes
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Catllaràs Forest Hike | Medium-Hard Trail to Gaudí’s Cabin & Ruins
Scenic medium-hard winter hike through Catllaràs Forest. Explore Gaudí’s Xalet, panoramic viewpoints, and snowshoe-friendly trails near La Pobla de Lillet
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Vall de Lord Hike: Sant Serni to Santuari de Lord Loop
14 km circular hike from Sant Serni del Grau to Santuari de Lord via caves, cliffs, ruins, and panoramic views of the Llosa del Cavall reservoir
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Garrotxa Volcanic Zone – Hostalets d’en Bas Waterfalls & Cliff‑Views
10 km circular hike from Hostalets d’en Bas through ancient forests, hidden waterfalls and cliff viewpoints in the Garrotxa Volcanic Zone. Best in autumn and winter
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