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The Capolatell (Busa Prison)

The Capolatell (Busa Prison)

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The Capolatell (Busa Prison)

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Location: Navès, Solsones, Lleida, Catalonia, Spain

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Aureli

September 16, 2022

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The natural prison of Busa is located in the Capotell. A plane surrounded by cliffs where it could only be accessed by a bridge that connected with this type of natural island that was placed and removed during the French War to enter prisoners.

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Ricard Calmet

October 8, 2022

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The jail or prison of Busa is located in El Capolatell, a plain surrounded by cliffs located in the municipality of Navès, in the Sierra de Busa. Being separated from the plane by a deep crack, it remains like a natural island, surrounded by cliffs. It was used as a prison during the French War of Independence. A place with a lot of history.

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Francesc Garcia - MONTFRANC

June 2, 2022

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The peak is completely surrounded by nearly vertical cliffs of a hundred meters of difference except at its eastern end where it presents a narrow gorge through which it joins …

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Les Cases de Posada to Busa via Grau de l'Areny Trail

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Hike the moderate 7.9-mile Les Cases de Posada to Busa via Grau de l'Areny Trail for panoramic views and historical sites.

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The Capolatell (Busa Prison) – Capolat Viewpoint loop from les Cases de Posada

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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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The Capolatell (Busa Prison) – Capolat Viewpoint loop from Pla de Busa

6.59km

01:56

160m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 1,250 m

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Location: Navès, Solsones, Lleida, Catalonia, Spain

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