The 12 kilometer former railway line, begins at Ripoll and ends at Sant Joan de les Abadesses, passing farmhouses both occupied and abandoned, ancient bridges, mountain streams and abandoned railway stations.
Such backdrops makes biking and hiking activity holidays in Cataluña a definite pleasure with a mix of routes to suit all ages and abilities.
The Vias Verdes follow an far-reaching system of former railway tracks in Spain, which were closed to trains years ago. The government has made these tracks available as green ways, available for biking and hiking through Spain's countryside. There are now 1,800 kilometers of Vias Verdes in Spain specifically for bicycle riders. Cataluña has four Via Verdes, three of which are in the province of in Girona.
Via Verde: The Iron and Coal Route
Ripoll's Via Verde, called La Ruta del Ferro i del Carbó (Iron and Coal), is the least taxing track in Cataluña, with the mouth of the path conveniently situated near the RENFE train station in the centre of Ripoll.
Most likely because of its manageability and paved, well-maintained trails, the Ferro i del Carbó track is greatly enjoyed by active families. Parents and youngsters bring picnics and spend the day exploring Ripoll's old railway. At the end of the path, at the former Sant Joan de les Abadesses station, there's a cafe, a kids' playground and picnic tables, all helping to make this route a lovely family outing during an activity holiday in Cataluña.
Cataluña's Vias Verdes cut though some beautiful country, and their existence certainly helps to preserve the untouched natural zones which surround them. These green ways put people in touch with the landscape, and increase their understanding of the need to conserve it. Families come to explore the Green Routes to take part in a fun, healthy activity together, and to appreciate the beauty of nature.
Via Verde: Girona to Sant Feliu de Guíxols
Some Green Ways are unsuitable for kids. Stretching between Girona and Sant Feliu de Guíxols at 39 kilometres is more demanding . Unlike the Ripoll track, which is paved, Carrilet II is a compact dirt track that cuts through the forest of the Catalan countryside and brings cyclists beside the Mediterranean in Sant Feliu de Guíxols.
Via Verde: Olot to Girona
The most strenuous way in the Girona Green Way cluster is the Carrilet I trail going between Olot and Girona. This is a 54 kilometre stretch, which needs energy and an early start. In its former life, the route was the railway linking La Selva to Girona, but it became obsolete in 1970. Today, it is a glorious ride beside Olot's volcanoes and riverbeds. Almost all of the Via Verdes offer cultural points of interest in addition to the appeal of nature. Carrilet I is no exception, and its trail visits monasteries and the Hostoles Castle, adding a bit of historical flare to the route as part of an active break in Cataluña.
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