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The only village located entirely within Cadí-Moixeró Natural Park, stands as a testament to rural Catalan mountain heritage. Known as the smallest municipality in Catalonia, it is famed for its scenic stone farmhouses scattered amidst alpine forests and meadows, offering sweeping views toward the Cadí range and iconic Pedraforca peak. With origins tracing back to at least the 10th century, Gisclareny showcases a tranquil, unspoiled landscape where new construction is limited to preserve its historic character. Agriculture and animal husbandry remain central to local life, while visitors can explore a network of gentle hiking trails winding through pine forests, past historic churches like Mare de Déu del Roser and Sant Martí del Puig, and past remnants of ancient castles. Gisclareny’s unique location makes it an ideal base for nature lovers, hikers, and those seeking solitude amid spectacular natural surroundings.
Gisclareny is a municipality in the county of Berguedà in Catalonia, Spain, located in Cadí-Moixeró Natural Park. In 2018 it regained its position as the smallest village in Catalonia after the village of Sant Jaume de Frontanyà grew by three families. The altitude of the village varies between 800 m (2,600 ft) in the neighborhood of Bagà and 1,430 m (4,690 ft) in the neighborhood of Coll de la Bena. It is bounded to the north by the Cerdanya, reaching the peaks of the Serra del Cadí, and by Bagà; to the south and west by Saldes and Vallcebre; and to the east by Bagà and Guardiola de Berguedà. The landscape is characterised by alpine forests and meadows, with farmhouses scattered throughout the territory.
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