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Socau Mine

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Socau Mine

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  • Location: Figaró-Montmany, Valles Oriental, Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain

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    November 7, 2025

    Mountain biking

    Hidden among the forests of Figaró, the Socau Mine was a small magnetite mine in the late 19th century. Today, half-covered by vegetation, it retains its entrance tunnel and some of the rusted mine carts. Some hikers say that as they approach, the air feels colder, as if the earth still breathes from within. Some leave candles or stones at the entrance, following an old local custom of asking for protection before entering places where the mountain "speaks."
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    October 2, 2023

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    According to Anna Gómez, it is about "(...) iron ore or magnetite mines that were in operation between the years 1880 and 1895. To extract the mineral, a wagon road …
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    Roca Centella and El Mojó Loop from El Figaró

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    Hike a moderate 6.4-mile circular route in Montseny Natural Park, ascending to Roc de Centelles via the Socau mine with 1956 feet of gain.

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

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    Elevation 550 m

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    Location: Figaró-Montmany, Valles Oriental, Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain

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