All route notes

1. 01PlanningHow the circle decides go or no-go on a doubtful forecastThe simple rules we use on Friday night to decide whether a weekend walk happens, changes route, or gets cancelled without argument.km16.8time6 h 4 minup735 mdayFull day

   Walked 13 Jun 2026 · note checked 30 Aug 2026 · 7 min read

2. 02PyreneesA Pyrenees day trip by train: high valleys without an overnightHow a day in the high Pyrenees works as a train trip from Barcelona, including timings, the rack line, altitude and a realistic turnaround.km21.6time7 h 48 minup945 mdayLong day

   Walked 23 Nov 2025 · note checked 14 Jul 2026 · 9 min read

3. 03GarrafGarraf in early spring: limestone, wind and no shade at allA coastal limestone walk south of Barcelona that is perfect in March and punishing in July, with water planning and station-to-station options.km16.8time6 h 4 minup735 mdayFull day

   Walked 6 Apr 2025 · note checked 21 Apr 2026 · 7 min read

4. 04MontsenyA Montseny beech-forest day: late autumn colour above the cloudNotes on a full day in the Montseny beech woods, including the awkward bus and car-share logistics, the fog line and a sensible turnaround.km19.2time6 h 56 minup840 mdayLong day

   Walked 11 Jan 2025 · note checked 2 Jun 2026 · 8 min read

5. 05CollserolaCollserola from the city: a half day on the ridge, by metro onlyA three to four hour ridge walk in the Collserola park that starts and ends at a metro station, with water points, shade and heat notes.km14.4time5 h 12 minup630 mdayHalf day

   Walked 14 Sept 2024 · note checked 19 May 2026 · 6 min read

Waymarking, water points and timetables change. Carry a current map, check the forecast, and be willing to turn back.