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Nice short but steep climb on a quiet road.

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Small village of Rocabruna which can be reached by the GIV5223 road between Oix and Molló road. It is recognized for the Sanctuary of Rocabruna and for its scenic beauty.

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Small town of L'Alta Garrotxa, architectural heritage of Catalonia, recognized for its high landscape value, natural diversity and its cobbled streets and houses, built on the Beget stream and the Torrent dels Trulls, which are saved with rock bridges . There are local craft shops and it's a perfect place to disconnect from everything.

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A pass that is not too difficult to climb and offers a magnificent landscape when crossing the border at the summit.

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There are only two roads running through the area of Prats de Molló and la Presta, one of them the general road of the Vallespir valley (D115, in Voló - Coll d'Ares), which connects the entire valley almost always, from the stretch between Prats de Molló and the Coll d'Ares, parallel to the course of the Tec. This road has a variant, the D115a, which from Prats de Molló follows the Tec upstream and leads to Hostalets, la Farga and Banys de la Presta, where it does a double one-way route, reaching Plananera.

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It is a mountain pass located at an altitude of 1,513 metres, on the border between France and Spain, connecting Vallespir (France) with Ripollès (Catalonia, Spain). It is a historic and strategic place, used for centuries as a trade route and also during the Retirada (1939), when thousands of refugees crossed the pass fleeing the Spanish Civil War. Today, it is a popular hiking spot and offers spectacular panoramic views of the Pyrenees.

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the dam of the reservoir

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The Coll d'Ares is a mountain pass in the Pyrenees that joins the counties of Ripollès and Vallespir, between the municipal terms of Molló and the communal areas of Prats de Molló and la Presta. If we are lucky the views are spectacular. In my case I went up with a Gravel Bike along the road from Camprodon.

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Only since the 1960s has there been an official border crossing to Spain 16 km away. For centuries, smuggling flourished on lonely mountain paths over the 1,513 m high Col d'Ares.

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One of the most beautiful ports I've done by bike, in my case twice with the Gravel bike doing the Pirinexus route from Girona. Asphalted port with little traffic, like most ports in the Pyrenees the prize is spectacular views. I did the port already coming from Girona and it was hard. The descent towards Prats de Molló is spectacular.

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Its history dates back to medieval times. Its original construction is attributed to the 13th century, although it has undergone modifications and renovations over the years. Romanesque style, although it also incorporates Gothic and Renaissance elements. It has a single nave with a semicircular apse and a bell tower that rises above the transept. Inside the church is the main altarpiece, which is an outstanding work of art. This Renaissance altarpiece is known as the "Altarpiece of Sant Vicenç". It was made in the 16th century and is an example of the Renaissance art of the region.

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The Pantà de Darnius-Boadella, also known as the Boadella Reservoir, is an important reservoir located on the Muga River, near the town of Darnius in Catalonia, Spain. The construction of this hydroelectric dam began in 1959 and was completed in 1969. The dam is mainly located in Darnius, but also extends within the limits of Sant Llorenç de la Muga, Terrades and Maçanet de Cabrenys. This reservoir is notable for its size and capacity. It has an area of 363.3 hectares and can contain up to 60.2 hm³ of water. The dam itself is a gravity dam with a height of 63 meters and a length of 250 meters. Its main purposes include hydroelectric power production, irrigation and drinking water supply. In addition to its operational functions, the reservoir offers recreational activities such as water skiing, canoeing and sailing. It is known as a freshwater beach alternative for those who prefer enclosed waters over open seas. The reservoir supplies water to the city of Figueres and several coastal towns in the region, as well as irrigating approximately 4,200 hectares of land.

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The Col d'Arès is a road pass of approximately 17 kilometers. It marks the border between France and Spain at 1513 meters above sea level.

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Swimming is allowed in the reservoir, and nautical activities are also carried out. It has several river beaches with easy access that invite you to take a dip.

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Beautiful town located in the Fluvià valley, on top of a hill and with the houses on the cliffs, with a central street that is a cul de sac. The view from the Carretera going towards Besalú is impressive.

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the magnificent village with its mythical pass

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The apse of Saint Felix, restored in 1929, is one of the most elegant in the Ripollès-Alta Garrotxa area. It may have been mentioned in the 10th century under the name of Saint Julian of Pruna, but the dedication and current name of Saint Felix of Rocabruna was introduced in the 11th century. The church was linked to the seat of Girona and the command of the lords of Rocabruna. The pastoral visits from the 14th to the 19th centuries tell of the richness of the altars, liturgical objects and altarpieces, which, however, were destroyed during the Spanish Civil War (1936-1939). The distinctive features of this medieval building (12th century) are the unique nave, the ogival roof, the elegance of the masonry of the walls and the semicircular apse decorated with a zigzag frieze.

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Beget is a municipality in the province of Girona. Located in the Ripollés region, it was a separate municipality until 1969, when it was added to the Camprodón municipality. It is included in the Inventory of the Architectural Heritage of Catalonia. Located at the mouth of the Llierca river, the stone houses are grouped around the Beget stream. Today it is a tourist town and a second home. The population, largely dispersed, is concentrated in the nucleus of Beget and farmhouses scattered across the old rural communities of Rocabruna, Bestracá and Salarsa. Since 2021 it has belonged to the association "The most beautiful villages in Spain".

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Pequeña VARIANTS sobre la Muga = Small detour over the Muga => make the speed irrelevant!

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Nothing going on at 7 a.m., no car hit 🕖 - no pasa nada a las 7 en punto Great asphalt 👍🚴👌

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