Description
Hiking excursions in the Collserola mountain range
Book summary
This practical pocket guide gathers 15 itineraries to discover the Collserola massif, the green lung of the Barcelona metropolitan area. With proposals ranging from the classic to the most innovative, the book offers routes for all tastes and abilities, from Tibidabo to Canyelles or from the Vallvidrera reservoir to Sant Pere Màrtir. Each itinerary includes detailed information on duration, elevation gain, and topography, accompanied by full-color maps and photographs. An essential tool for enjoying nature right next to the city.
What is it about?
The book presents a selection of 15 walking excursions in the Collserola mountain range, a privileged natural space that surrounds Barcelona. The proposed routes combine classic circuits with more innovative ones, adapting to different levels of difficulty. Among the highlighted itineraries, one can find options such as the route from Tibidabo to Canyelles, the path from Montbau to Mundet via the Turó de la Magarola, or the traverse from the Vallvidrera reservoir to Sant Pere Màrtir, always with views of the city and the Mediterranean Sea.
Each excursion is described with practical information: estimated duration, cumulative elevation gain, and topographical characteristics. In addition, the guide includes detailed maps and full-color photographs to facilitate navigation. An initial introduction helps to contextualize the natural environment and prepare the hiker for the experience.
Main topics
- Excursionism and hiking in the Collserola mountain range
- Routes of varying difficulty for all audiences
- Classic and innovative itineraries with views of Barcelona and the sea
- Technical information: duration, elevation gain, and topography of each route
- Pocket guide with full-color maps and photographs
Who is it recommended for?
This guide is recommended for hikers of all levels, from beginners to experienced hikers, who want to explore the Collserola mountain range. It is also ideal for families, groups of friends, or people looking for outdoor activities near Barcelona. The variety of routes makes it suitable both for those who want a quiet outing and for those looking for a more demanding challenge.
What this book offers
- A curated selection of 15 routes to discover Collserola with detailed technical information.
- Full-color maps and photographs that facilitate planning and orientation in the field.
- Proposals for all tastes, from classic to innovative, adapted to different abilities.
- An introduction that offers a first approach to the natural environment of the mountain range.
- A practical and light pocket format (110 g) to carry on every excursion.
Technical data
- Author: López Martín, Rafa
- Publisher: Cossetània Edicions
- Language: Catalan
- Subject: Excursionism and hiking
- Collection: Miniazimuts
- Binding: Paperback
- Publication date: Not available
- Number of pages: 72
- Dimensions: Not available
- Weight: 110 g
Editorial review
This compact guide is a practical and well-structured tool for anyone wanting to explore Collserola in comfort. The selection of 15 routes, with clear technical information and visual support, makes it a useful resource for both occasional and regular hikers. Its pocket format and reduced weight make it ideal to carry without being a burden. A recommended option for discovering an iconic natural space right next to Barcelona.