Hiking Trails around Barcelona

Distance: 3.5 km round trip. Difficulty: Easy with no elevation.

This beautiful waterfall runs through rocks forming a small canyon. Reaching it is very easy, and the surrounding environment is very beautiful. The waterfall is located close to Sant Andreu de la Barca. You can get there using Ferrocarrils de la Generalitat, and you only have to walk 20 minutes to the start of the route. There is a swimming area by the waterfall. So, you can take swimwear with you and bring booties because there are quite a few stones.

Route: 5 km round trip. Difficulty: Easy.

The Costa Brava is full of trails parallel to the sea from which you can enjoy beautiful beaches and Mediterranean landscapes. Among all these trails, one of my favorites is the one from Sant Feliu de Guíxols to s’Agaró. You'll have a beautiful view of the coast and find beautiful secret coves to take a dip.

Distance: 3 km round trip. Difficulty: Easy with little elevation.

This trail goes through a unique landscape with many caves. It makes you feel like you're on another planet. The route is very simple and well-signposted. Along the way you will see a natural stone arch and several caves you can also enter. The trail ends by the ruins of a castle. The route starts at the Ermita del Brugués. You can get there by train and bus from Barcelona.

Distant and difficulty: varies depending on the trail you will take. From 3km to 12 km.

It is one of the most emblematic tours in Catalonia. Montserrat is a very special mountain that deserves more than one visit. It houses theSanta Maria de Montserrat Abbey, which for centuries have been an important place of pilgrimages. In addition to visiting the sanctuary, you can take several mountain routes. The serrated mountains landscape is breathtaking. You can reach Montserrat by bus or train from Barcelona and then you will need to take a cable car or funicular to get to the sanctuary.

Distance: 7 km round trip. Difficulty: Very easy.

Very close to Barcelona is the Delta del Llobregat, a large plain located in the mouth of LLobregat. This space is rich in flora and fauna, so, you can take a pleasant walk. It is a chance to observe local birds such as herons, snipes and ducks. Plus, you can explore the old houses of the area's guards. You'll get there by train and bus from Barcelona.

Distance: 6.5 km round trip. Difficulty: Easy.

This route runs between Sitges and Vilanova, two charming towns on the Catalan coast. The route starts in Sitges, where you can get by train from Barcelona. Along the route, you'll border several coves and beaches and enjoy spectacular views of the Mediterranean Sea. It is a very easy and straightforward route. You'll have to follow the GR-92 markings.