Nature parks in Catalonia
Photo: DagafeSQV, CC BY-SA 3.0 via Wikimedia Commons
There are many nature parks in Catalonia. Nestled in the northeastern corner of the Iberian Peninsula, Catalonia is a region that boasts a remarkable diversity of landscapes, from rugged mountain ranges to serene Mediterranean shores.
UnderstandAmong the parks you will find Aigüestortes i Estany de Sant Maurici National Park, a realm of mirrored alpine lakes and centuries-old forests that seem to whisper secrets of generations past.
BarcelonaCollserola Natural Park has a network of hiking trails, revealing hidden streams, diverse flora, historic ruins, abundant birdlife and views of Barcelona from its elevated vantage points.
GironaAiguamolls de l'Empordà Natural Park. A mosaic of interdependent ecosystems.It Also has the only virgin beaches left on the Costa Brava and includes The coastal brackish lagoons. It had over 275,000 visitors in 2024.
LleidaAigüestortes i Estany de Sant Maurici National Park A wild mountain region in the Pyrenees, with peaks rising over 3000 m and with nearly 200 lakes.
TarragonaDelta de l'Ebre Natural Park It is located at the mouth of the Ebro River. It includes wetlands of international importance, especially as a habitat for waterfowl.
UNESCO Biosphere Reserves in CataloniaUNESCO World Network of Biosphere Reserves are large landscapes with significant biodiversity and important ecological systems.
Bird watching
See also
Sources and licences
- Guide text adapted from the Wikivoyage article "Nature parks in Catalonia" by its contributors, available under CC BY-SA 4.0. Read on Wikivoyage · Contributors · CC BY-SA 4.0
- Photo: DagafeSQV, CC BY-SA 3.0 via Wikimedia Commons