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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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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
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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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Pratdip circular hiking route in Llaberia Natural Park
Hiking in the hellhound & vampire village of Catalunya. A medium hard 16km circular route in the Llaberia Natural Park
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Montsant Escaladei & Clot del Cirer 15Km circular route
Spectacular mountain route from former grand monastery via Montsant cliffs & mountain plateau to Clot del Cirer natural spring & Roca de miso viewpoint
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Alta Garrotxa Sadurnes waterfalls hiking & swimming
A stunning 15km circular route from Sadurnes via natural pools & waterfalls of Sant Aniol d'Aguja river valley with watermill ruins, stone farmhouses & chapels
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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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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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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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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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Garrotxa Volcanic Zone Planes d'Hostoles waterfalls Hiking
13km circular route via Gorges of Les Planes d'Hostoles, Hostoles castle ruin, Cogolls hamlet & Molí dels Murris plus Can Poetí Gorges
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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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Garrotxa Volcanic Zone Santa Pau medieval village Hiking
13km Medium circular route from Santa Pau village to Santa Maria de Finestres mountain top church and castle ruins via ancient forests and volcanos
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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 hiking
Autumn 10km circular hiking paradise through ancient forests via waterfalls and cliff viewpoints from picturesque medieval village
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