Topp 20 naturmonument runt Coustouges

Fantastic gorges that today have enough water to immerse yourself in with your whole body. Today I was the only one who swam in them, but it was a "tasty" after almost 50 km and 1400 meters of elevation gain.

This pass was important as a passage between regions, especially in activities such as transhumance or the transport of goods. The snow wells that give the place its name were also key elements in the economy of the mountainous areas. The term "Pou de la Neu" refers to the snow or ice wells that were traditionally used to store snow during the winter. These structures, dug into the ground or built with stones, served to preserve ice that was later transported to the lower areas for use in food, medicine or food preservation.

Within Alta Garrotxa is the Muga-Albanyà Partial Nature Reserve, which covers an area of approximately 5,000 hectares. This reserve is especially notable for its biodiversity and the presence of very diverse natural habitats, which include oak and holm oak forests, alpine meadows, crystal-clear rivers and unique geological formations. Some of the most notable places within the Muga-Albanyà Partial Nature Reserve include: The town of Albanyà: A small rural town surrounded by unspoilt nature and trails to explore. The Muga River: A river with crystal clear waters that meanders through the reserve, offering opportunities for fishing, hiking and enjoying nature. The Serra de Lliens: A mountain range with impressive panoramic views and hiking trails that allow you to explore the natural beauty of the region. El Puig de Bassegoda: An emblematic mountain that offers incomparable panoramic views of the Alta Garrotxa and the Pyrenees. The Hermitage of Santa Bàrbara: A hermitage located in a spectacular natural enclave, which offers a place of tranquility and contemplation.

This hiking pass is a real hub of hiking trails that go to both France and Spain. The views there are magnificent.

At 1,373 meters high, the Puig de Bassegoda is located on the border between the regions of La Garrotxa and Alt Empordà. The climb accumulates a lot of positive unevenness in a short distance. For this reason, in the last section it has staples and chains to help itself.

The initial course of the Muga River through the forest leaves beautiful pools of water perfect for cooling off in summer and enjoying its precious waters in winter. From the town of Albanyà you can take a walking tour to explore these river areas.

Bathing shoes are recommended, then you can walk up or down the cascades without canyoning equipment.

Its characteristic pointed shape, its height and the fact that it is isolated from other nearby peaks make it easily identifiable. At the foot of the Bassegoda hill on its north-eastern slope, the Borró river, a tributary of the Fluvià, is born. It is actually two peaks separated by a gap. The western one (1363m) is called Taula d'en Gustí and the eastern one (1373m), Taula d'en Sala and is what is properly considered the summit. It seems that the toponym Bassegoda comes from two Basque words: basa, which means 'wilderness, desert', and goiti, which means 'summit, height'; thus Basagoiti would mean 'barren peak', referring to being an absolutely rocky lookout but with excellent 360º views from the Gulf of Roses to Canigó.