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Barcelona (province), Spain
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Collserola Natural Park is a park the preserves part of the Serra de Collserola mountains in Barcelona (province) and Barcelona city. Is Barcelona’s great green backdrop, a protected Mediterranean landscape of hills, pine and oak woodland, and open viewpoints just minutes from the city. Covering more than 8,000 hectares, it offers a quick escape for walking, cycling, birdwatching, and panoramic views.
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Tibidabo is a popular attraction with stunning vistas, an historic amusement park, and the iconic Sagrat Cor church.
Torre de Collserola
An iconic telecommunications tower, accessible by a funicular railway, with an observation deck offering panoramic views of Barcelona The Collserola Tower provides breathtaking views of Barcelona and the surrounding region, along with a unique architectural design.
Observatori Fabra
Observatori Fabra provides a unique opportunity to explore the wonders of the night sky and astronomy.
It's a small village on top of the mountainrange.
Ermita de la Salut
Also see Aplec de La Salut de Sant Feliu de Llobregat and Aplec de la Salut del Papiol in #Events
Hermitage dated to the 10th century in some parts. Rebuilt in 1619, burned during civil war and restored after that.
This church is already mentioned in the 13th century, within the territory of Castell d'Olorda. It was demolished and burned in 1936 and rebuilt in 1947, trying to reproduce the original
Environmental Education Center
An environmental education center with exhibitions and activities focused on local flora and fauna. Can Coll offers insights into the natural wonders of Collserola through engaging educational programs and exhibits.
Ermita de Sant Medir
The Sant Medir Hermitage offers a tranquil retreat and is a focal point of a colorful local tradition.A picturesque hermitage nestled in the Collserola hills, known for its annual festival in March.Also see Aplec de Sant Medir in #Events
Today it is the chapel of a residence of nuns who occupy the neighboring rectory from the 18th century Can Catà. The first written reference to the church is from the year 995. Its location is near a crossroads that joined Montcada, Horta and Cerdanyola. Also see Aplec de Sant Iscle in #Events
Poblat ibèric de Ca n'Oliver
The settlement of Ca n'Oliver is an aristocratic Iberian settlement that was inhabited between 525 and 50 BC, which is fundamental to understand the organization of the territory of Laietania during the Iberian era.
Walk or run along the "carretera de les aigues", for breathtaking views over Barcelona city. it goes from one side to the other of Collserola without any climb or descent.
Horse riding
Can Valldaura
They use local suppliers to avoid food transport and reduce CO2.
Historic building. Typical farmhouse from Catalonia. Tintorer family still owns the property since 1671, and now manages the restaurant.
Catalan cuisine.
Catalan cuisine.
Catalan cuisine.
Catalan cuisine
Catalan cuisine
Àrea de recreo la Salut de Sant Feliu
Picnic area near Ermita de la salut
Àrea de recreo Torrent de Can Coll
Picnic area with some itineraries starting from there.
Àrea de recreo Santa Creu d'Olorda
Picnic area with some itineraries starting from there.
Mirador d'Horta
parking and picnic tables.
Documented since 11th century, restored in 1992.
It is a modernist font with a white background, floral decoration in pink, borders and signs in blue and moldings in green.
The source is from a mine, abundant fresh water flows continuously throughout the year
it is the most popular source of those conserved in the Serra de Collserola Natural Park. The water comes out of the mouth of a relief of a face embedded in a large wall. The front of the fountain and the pool are under large vaults covered with vegetation. The environment is made up of three very wide terraces, connected by exposed stone stairs
luxury hotel
wine tourism
By train
From the city center, hop on the Ferrocarrils de la Generalitat de Catalunya train lines, which connect directly to park entrances like Vallvidrera, Les Planes, or Baixador de Vallvidrera.
By car
If you prefer to drive, Collserola is accessible via various highways, with parking facilities available at various points around the park.
Cablecar
There are 2 cablacars to the upper side of the park, Vallviderera and Tibidabo.
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