Hiking

While we haven't had a chance to do any hiking in the region yet, we know you won't be disappointed with any of these options. There are hikes for all abilities. As always, please share your favorites with us so we can feature your experiences, too.

Roca Maura High Point Vista

Just above L'Estartit is the Roca Maura High Point Vista

You can leave from Casa Roca Vista and reach the trailhead easily. This is a 2.8-mile loop, with some elevation change, to the top of the rock above the house. Plan for a 1.5-hour hike. For more information, we use AllTrails, and you can find this trail marked in our recommendations.

Route from Casa Roca Vista https://www.alltrails.com/explore/map/rocca-maura-torre-moratxa-22cf8d9

https://www.alltrails.com/trail/spain/girona/l-estartit-rocamaura-i-torre-moratxa

Torroella de Montgri Castle

Montgrí Castle was built by King James II in 1294 and 1304 to watch over Count Ampurias Pons II, who refused to recognize his rule. Shortly after the exterior was completed, Pons bent his knee to the King; construction was halted.

The hike is a 2.6-mile loop; however, the west side, up-and-back, is easier than the loop. Coming down the east side into a true loop is a bit more challenging, with rocks that may require you to use your hands to navigate. (see more in the appendix below) https://www.alltrails.com/trail/spain/girona/castell-del-Torroella de Montgri

Large photo credit: Festival de Torroella

Small photo credit: Costa Brava Blog

El Comina de Ronda

You may have heard of the Camino de Santiago in northern and western Spain as a well-known through-hiking route. El Camino de Ronda is perhaps a similar through-hiking and cycling option in Catalonia. It was built in the 19th century along the coastline to combat smuggling.

How to follow the Camí de Ronda hiking trail on Costa Brava | spain.info and Camí de Ronda on the Costa Brava

Or, check out Costa Brava Maniacs for hiking and cycling routes and guides.

https://costabravamaniacs.com/routes

Photo credit: Costa Brava Maniacs