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à 4 hrs 15 min A B 12 km 45 min A B 2.4 km rd 1 5 e REPOSADOR DELS MORTS c Turó de la s els Sunyers ig yer u PR-C 214 PR-C 214 Bufadors mountain range North-facing side of the castle Mala Cinglera un -P ls S na S de lo R nts C-17z rce Beví Xic Beví Gros Starting point: Montesquiu Castle car Starting point: Montesquiu Castle car 985 m E Fo Ba Y e les C park. park. N iera d F S U R BOSCOS DE Collada del L S Turó de Beví Gros D E Ermita de SANT MOÍ R A T la Farga Sant Moí 2 3 hrs 49 min A B 10.2 km 6 2 hrs A B 6.2 km S E R 780 m S SL-C 129 From Montesquiu Castle to North-facing side of Les Codines O R S T Túnel de la Farga 756 m A Riu Ter Besora Castle P SL-C 130 Puig de Sant Moí Starting point: Les Codines bridge. PR-C 214 Coll de Sesfonts S 893 m Starting point: Montesquiu Castle car L park E . 1 hr 11 min A B 3.4 km D 7 N-152a la Farga Torrent de les Dou A ent de M s South-facing side of Les Codines R Torr alabrena de Bebié 3 3 hrs 36 min A B 10.3 km R Les Codines bridge E Starting point: . S La Farga PR-C 214 SL-C 130 Sant Moí de Bebié Starting point: Montesquiu Castle car la Casanova BAGA DE A S l’Illota I R park. E V M R PLANESES O R R O A S T TURONS DE VÍVOLES A Q el Solell L Coll dels Tres Pals 4 3 hrs A B 8.1 km U D E E

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GR-210 Forests and history close to the river Ter. The park is known for Prat de PR-C 214 BV-4655 its dense oak and Scots pine forests, which are crossed by the les Codines la Devesa de les Codines SL-C 130 les Planeses Mas Sant Joan Escola de Natura meanders of the river Ter. A transitional zone between mountains font de la Solana Bassa del Revell les Codines Planeses ora and plains, its historical points of interest date back to the Middle a de S PLA DE Rier Pont de PLA DEL REVELL les Codines Coll de L’HORT Ages, as does Montesquiu Castle—a large fortified house built in a Sora SL-C 130 GR-151 Planeses Creu de a Santa Maria Soler el Revell the 10th century that has been converted into a cultural facility els Emprius Mirador de SL-C 129 de Besora la Rovira i Vidrà SL-C 129

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Other itineraries that go through the park: GR-151, GR-210, GR-3, the Ter Route and the Way Re el Passavant c de of St James. la R GR-210 QUINTANS ov ira DE MARINYAC N o The distances of the itineraries have been calculated with the GoolTracking platform and may va vary significantly if other measuring systems are used. E les Comes L S Can Joandó E Parcs de Catalunya GR: a long-distance trail of over 50 km, waymarked with white and red markings. S R B L’ILLA Xarxa de Parcs Naturals de la Diputació de Barcelona PR: a short-distance trail of between 10 and 50 km, waymarked with white and yellow markings. A i u L T Parc del Castell de Montesquiu, Espai Natural de les Guilleries-Savassona, Parc Natural del , SL: a local trail of less than 10 km, waymarked with white and green markings. Can Met Ç er Standard symbols Facilities and services O Sant Quirze-Montesquiu Parc Natural de Sant Llorenç del Munt i l’Obac, Parc del Montnegre i el Corredor, Parc de la Serralada S Can Ginestet Can Trinxet Litoral, Parc de la Serralada de Marina, Parc Natural de la Serra de Collserola, Parc Agrari del Baix motorway park office adapted equipament la Pedrera Llobregat, Parc del Garraf, Parc d’Olèrdola, Parc del Foix Itinerary Approximate duration dual carriageway information spring la Vinya Can Riu road construction of interest lookout point la Rovira Nova Low difficulty A B Total distance GR (long-distance museum, el Mas C-17 restaurant la Rovira Vella l’Estació footpath) permanen exhibition BV-5227 Leaflet available Moderate difficulty GR (short-distance audiovisuals bar les Casulles footpath) educational facility railway station High difficulty el Casal Sant Quirze Signposted itineraries SL (local footpath) campsite car park de Besora IP (park itinerary) recreational area petrol station FC Barcelona-Puigcerdà Sant train/HSR GR-3 Quirze start of waymarked hospital Gerència de Serveis d’Espais Naturals urban area itinerary Comte d’Urgell 187 08036 Barcelona park boundary 0 400 BP-4654 C-17z m GR-210 Tel.: (+34) 934 022 428 peak el Serradet [email protected] · parcs.diba.cat Catalan farmhouse 600 700 800 900 1000 1100 pass C-17 a i Prats de Lluçanès GR-3 a Barcelona Architectural heritage Montesquiu The grounds of the park have been used for human settlement since time immemorial. The most well-known pieces of architecture date back to the Early Middle Ages and include, most notably, the castle and a fair number of country houses and auxiliary buildings known as badius or cabins. Castle Park Montesquiu Castle, which was fully remodelled in the early 20th century, is a reminder of El Bisaura’s long history, which began under the protection of Besora Castle and continued through to the early 14th century, when the feudal lord of the territory, Jaume de Besora, established his residence at

O. Clavera O. Clavera O. Roger Arquimbau Montesquiu Castle. Notable lords of the territory of Besora include Gombau de Besora (11th century, personal adviser of Countess Ermessenda) and Galceran de Besora (chosen as president of the Generalitat—the Catalan Useful advice for visiting the park Features Government—in 1377 and possibly born in Montesquiu Castle). The most recent owners of Montesquiu Castle were Lluís de Descatllar and, later on, Emili Juncadella, who ceded the castle to the Barcelona Provincial Council. Other important medieval buildings in the park include the small Sant Moí church, Les Codines bridge, what remains of the Llaés trail and traces of the Good practices • In the event of downpours or thunderstorms, stay away from Other recommendations Introduction primitive strada. peaks, isolated trees and cave entrances. A dense and leafy forest • The protected natural spaces are places where one can practise If there is a risk of snow or if it has snowed, check road and Spanning the municipalities of Montesquiu, Sant Quirze de Besora, Santa It is highly likely that country houses such as Les Codines, Les Planeses, Sant may provide suitable refuge. Moí and the castle farmhouse, and those of Casanova and La Solana have outdoor activities and learn about our natural and cultural trail conditions on the park’s website. Drive cautiously and Maria de Besora, Sora and Vidrà, in the subregion of El Bisaura, Montesquiu medieval origins, although the former underwent major alterations in the heritage. Use the network of marked paths and trails. respect the signals and signs of guards and wardens. Castle Park is known for its dense forests, crossed lengthwise by the meanders of the river Ter. A transitional zone between mountains and plains, 18th century and the latter were rebuilt in the 20th century. Worth noting What to do with litter Free camping in any form is not permitted, including the park is part of the Serres de Milany-Santa Magdalena and Puigsacalm- are the badius or cabins: auxiliary buildings characterised by a large motorhomes. Bellmunt Area of Natural Interest and is home to places of great beauty, semi-circular arch on their front façade. • It is the responsibility of visitors to take the waste that they have including forests, meadows, pastures, hermitages and old country houses. Use of bicycles created away with them and to recycle it. Human presence and activity have left behind a host of The park’s historical points of interest date back to the Middle Ages, as does • Respect the priority of pedestrians and avoid causing architecture and art over the years. This rich cultural heritage Montesquiu Castle—a large fortified house built in the 10th century that has • Rubbish bins can be found in the castle car park. been converted into a cultural facility and resource centre. inconvenience to them. must be respected. Cuisine Respect the nature and the peacefulness of the environment; linked to the park • Adjust your speed in accordance with the type of path. Vegetation On trails, the maximum speed permitted is 20 km/h. How to help prevent fires avoid making unnecessary noise. The park’s weather conditions—a blend of Mediterranean and Central Parc a Taula is an economic development programme promoted by Respect agricultural and stockbreeding activities. • Cycle only on roads, forest trails or paths that are more than • It is prohibited to light fires or barbecues outside authorised European climatological conditions—allow for different types of forests Barcelona Provincial Council aimed at private agents who, through three metres wide. areas. within the park. Towards the entrance, the park is dominated mainly by their activity, assist in the conservation, enhancement and promotion of Logging is a traditional activity in most of the parks. Tree downy oak, which is accompanied by sycamores, whitebeams and other protected natural areas. For more information you can visit • For justifiable reasons, in certain areas of the park cycling may • Exercise caution with anything that could cause fires, such as felling is regulated by the Forestry Act of and park flat-leaved trees typical of upland areas. Scots pine can be found both on parcs.diba.cat/web/parc-a-taula. be restricted temporarily or permanently. cigarettes, driving/motorcycling or dropping litter. regulations. the south-facing slopes, as an accompanying species alongside oak trees, and forming stands as a primary species on plains and in north-facing areas. • Raise the alarm if you detect any suspicious smoke. Call 112. To protect native wildlife populations, it is prohibited to Beech wood forests emerge in the coolest north-facing areas, accompanied release pets or non-native animals that could displace them by species such as lime trees, whitebeam trees, sycamore trees and holly trees. Motor vehicles from their habitat. The driest parts of the park, with a lower incidence of frost, are home to holm Information points and centres Pets oak stands typical of more Mediterranean environments. Riverside vegetation, • Only authorised vehicles may travel within the park. Hunting is regulated by law and is only allowed in existing arranged in narrow strips along the banks of watercourses, features lime, ash, PARK OFFICE 10 a.m. to 2.30 p.m. and from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.; birch, willow and alder trees. The land surrounding country houses, which was July and August: Tuesdays to Sundays from 10 • Pet owners are responsible for their behaviour not disturbing the hunting grounds. If you encounter a wild boar drive, respect Masoveria del Castell a.m. to 2.30 p.m. • Use the designated car parks. once used to grow crops, is today used for extensive grazing. Significant plant 08585 Montesquiu activity of other visitors. the signs and do not stray from the paths. Castle tour times: diversity can be found on the park’s outer limits. (+34) 934 727 600 / (+34) 938 529 234 At 10.30 a.m., 11.30 a.m., 12.30 p.m. and [email protected] • Keep your dog on a lead. You must take special care with regard to Horse riding must be restricted to public paths; cross-country 1.30 p.m., and (only from April to June and September to October) at 4.15 p.m. and 5 p.m. the behaviour of your dog or other pets, particularly when close riding and riding on firebreaks or streams and riverbeds is INFORMATION POINTS Visit the park safely Wildlife Tours can be arranged in advance for groups to people, country houses or flocks. not permitted. Montesquiu Castle Information Point of 20 people or more on weekdays, public Thanks to an array of different habitats, the park is home to a wide variety Montesquiu Castle holidays and weekends. • Plan your route and always bring a map to guide you. • The garden lawn is for the use and enjoyment of all; animal If picking mushrooms, do not damage the forest by using of wildlife. This includes over 30 mammal species—most of those that 08585 Montesquiu tools or digging into the earth. have been identified in —two of which are critically endangered in (+34) 934 727 600 / (+34) 938 529 234 RECREATION AREAS • Try to always walk on trails or paths that are clearly marked or excrement must be picked up and taken with you. [email protected] Catalonia: the otter and the water vole. The presence of the river Ter gives La Font del Castell Xic Recreation Area signposted. Holly is a rare tree that provides food and shelter for many rise to a sizeable number of aquatic birds, the most notable of which include MONTESQUIU CASTLE Montesquiu Castle Park • Never abandon pets; such negligence is classified as an offence. A few metres away from the Masoveria del Castell species of animals. It is protected by law and collecting any Castle opening hours: • Bring water and food supplies and wear appropriate footwear, Animals can become aggressive, as well as being harmful to the white-throated dipper and the grey wagtail. Birds of prey are also well 08585 Montesquiu represented in the park. Diurnal birds of prey include the goshawk, the From November to March: weekends and part of the tree or its flowers is an offence. public holidays from 10 a.m. to 2.30 p.m.; comfortable clothing and a coat, as well as a cap, sunglasses and natural ecosystems. See opening hours at sparrow-hawk and the buzzard, while nocturnal species comprise the tawny from April to June and from September to http://parcs.diba.cat/web/montesquiu sunscreen. • In addition to being kept on a lead, dangerous dogs must also owl, the barn owl and the scops owl. Of particular note among the other October: weekends and public holidays from wear a muzzle. By dangerous dog we mean that which is classified birds found in the park are four species of woodpeckers, most of the forest • If you are in a group, do not lose sight of your companions. passerine birds found in upland areas and a number of passerine birds that Do not ever abandon or leave anybody behind. as such in law, but also any dog that behaves aggressively. prefer open spaces, such as the crested lark, the tree pipit and the red- backed shrike. As far as reptiles are concerned, the park is home to the ladder • Strong wind can cause branches and other elements to fall. snake, the Montpellier snake, the viperine snake, the grass snake, the slow There may be a greater risk of accidents on peaks and crests. worm, the western green lizard, the smooth snake, the ocellated lizard, the Avoid open spaces during high wind conditions. common wall lizard, the Spanish wall lizard and the large psammodromus. Amphibians include the common toad, the fire salamander, the Pyrenean • When it is foggy it is easy to become disoriented; do not leave brook salamander, the midwife toad, the parsley frog, the stripeless tree frog Your opinion helps us to improve the main path. and the marsh frog. Finally, over 400 butterfly species have been identified in

the park, among them a very healthy Spanish moon moth population. You can fill out the questionnaire by scanning Oriol Clavera. Aguilar, Ferran Andoni Canela, Photography: XPN. Mapping: First edition. DL B 5738-2020. Press and Communications Office. the QR code

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