Volcanic nature next to the Bianya Valley

La Garrotxa is the best exponent of volcanic landscape on the Iberian Peninsula: a territory shaped by volcanic cones and lava flows that have created forests, hills and unique paths.

From Camping Vall de Bianya , you have the Natural Park nearby to take routes, see craters and rest in peace.

The 4 essentials (for a first visit)

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Croscat Volcano

One of the great symbols of the Natural Park. The area of ​​the grederas It allows you to understand volcanic morphology and is a very visual visit.

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Santa Margarita Volcano

A wide and easy-to-enjoy crater, perfect for a leisurely outing. It is often combined with Croscat and Fageda in complete routes.

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Jordà Beech Forest

An exceptional beech forest because it grows on flat ground and at low altitude, situated on a lava flow from Croscat (with characteristic “tossols”).

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Montsacopa Volcano (Olot)

A very good option if you want a more urban plan: it is a semi-urban and accessible itinerary to discover the “city” volcanoes of Olot.

Recommended routes (depending on the time you have)

  • “TOP” route to see everything (full day)

    Fageda d’en Jordà + Santa Margarida + Croscat : a classic of the park to discover three icons in a single day.

  • Short and very visual route (half day)

    Grederes del Croscat (Itinerary 15) : ideal if you want a concentrated and very informative excursion.

  • "Olot volcanoes" route (2–3 h)

    Montsacopa and Montolivet (Route 3) : combines volcanic landscape and city heritage.

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Practical advice (and responsible visiting)

Take a Romanesque route in the morning, discover the Bianya Valley in the afternoon… and return to the campsite to disconnect.

  • Wear comfortable shoes: the area is volcanic and the terrain can be uneven.
  • Respect itineraries and signage: help preserve a very fragile environment.
  • If you want to avoid crowds, visit early in the morning or during the week (especially in Fageda/Santa Margarida/Croscat).

This way they can guide you better and adjust the proposal.

Do you want to have everything close by (nature + rest + good food)?

Book at Camping Vall de Bianya and organize your meals at your own pace.

Discover volcanoes in the morning, enjoy La Garrotxa in the afternoon… and return to Camping Vall de Bianya to rest with all the comforts.