Gr 92 al Cap de Creus
Vistes a Cadaqués des del Gr 92
Vistes a Cala Calitjàs.
Cala Calitjàs, al camí de ronda de Roses a Cadaqués.
Camí de Ronda a Montjoi. Roses
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GR92: Cala Montjoi-Cadaqués

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23/12/2015
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Introduction

From cove to cove on the Cap de Creus.

This enjoyable route takes in the GR92 footpath along the stretch between Cala Montjoi and Cadaqués, passing almost entirely within the Natural Park of the Cap de Creus.

It crosses some of the most spectacular coves of the northern Costa Brava, such as Cala Calitjàs, Cala Pedrosa and Cala Jóncols.

We will follow the coastline of the Natural Park of the Cap de Creus from cove to cove and we will cross the impressive Cap of Norfeu leading us towards the small town of Cadaqués.

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  • Typology
    Linear
  • Difficulty
    Median
  • Duration
    2 hours 51 minutes
  • Slope
    387.00 meters
  • Distance
    10.00 km
  • Theme
    Flora and fauna
    Environment
  • Activity
    By foot
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Description

From cove to cove on the Cap de Creus.

We will start the route in the Cala de Calis next to the old El Bulli restaurant heading in the direction of Cala Montjoi. At the end of the cove, we take a track by the side of the dry stone walls of old and now abandoned terraces, to Punta de la Ferrera. Between Punta de la Ferrera and Cala de Calitjàs we will follow a small footpath, next to the cliffs lying close to the sea, either side of which there are some invasive plants such as prickly pear, agave cactus and balsam.

We will follow this small footpath overlooking the sea to Cala Pelosa where, a little further on, we begin to climb the steep southern slope of the Cap de Norfeu, with breathtaking views of the cliffs surrounding the cape. Once we reach the top of the hill, we will descend gently towards Cala Jóncols, which gives spectacular views of Cala Canadell and the winding coastline of this part of the Cap de Creus.

In the beautiful Cala Jóncols, we can take the opportunity to have a brief rest and enjoy the surroundings and before climbing a long, steep path flanked by dry stone walls, which takes us to the foothills of Puig d'en Manyana, the highest point on this route.

Still on the same track, the first panoramic views to the small town of Cadaqués will soon start to appear. In the descent to Cadaqués we will see old dry stone walls, vineyard huts, now abandoned, and we will have views of the hermitage of Sant Sebastià and Cap de Creus.

Tips

ROUTE

  • Combines pieces of track and footpaths.
  • Marked with red and white (GR) and red and green painted markings.
  • There are steep stretches from Cala Pelosa to the Cap de Norfeu pass and from Cala Jóncols to the Puig d'en Manyana crossing.
  • The trail that goes over the Punta de la Ferrera is barely marked.

WATER

  • Bring water with you. In summer you can buy water or soft drinks in the Bar/Restaurant at Cala Pelosa.

PRECAUTIONS

  • Take particular care on the path that goes around the Punta de la Ferrera. It is very close to the cliff. Watch the children.

WEATHER

  • Avoid cold and windy days. The Tramuntana blows even stronger on the ridges.
  • If there is mist or low clouds, the views will be impaired.
  • In summer, be very careful in the sun. Wear sun protection and avoid the middle hours of the day. There is no shade.

EQUIPMENT

  • Protective clothing against the wind.
  • Sun protection on summer days: sunglasses, cap and sunscreen.
  • Binoculars to see birds and the distant landscape.
  • Camera for the landscape.

OTHER NOTES

  • At Cala Pelosa you will find some tables and benches to sit at. There is also a Bar/Restaurant.

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What to see in: GR92: Cala Montjoi-Cadaqués

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Punta de la Ferrera.

Point of interest
Geology
23/12/2015

The Cap de Creus peninsula is made up of rocks from a mountain range that was formed 400 million years ago. The materials that form Cap de Creus originate in a sedimentary basin that was affected by a...

Agaves

Point of interest
Flora
23/12/2015

American aloe (Agave americana). It is an invasive plant of Mexican origin where it has the name Maguey. It grows in temperate regions and in stony and sunny places.

This plant had many uses. Rope and...

Scrub

Point of interest
Flora
Wildlife
23/12/2015

The dominant vegetation in this part of the route, and on a large part of the intinerary, are shrubs. These are found in ancient fields or in areas that have been burnt or altered by man.

These...

Bonelli's eagle

Point of interest
Wildlife
23/12/2015

Bonelli's eagle (Hieraetus fasciatus) feeds on medium-sized mammals and sometimes reptiles and other daytime birds in areas of low vegetation, their favourite hunting ground.

It is a sedentary species...

Cala Jóncols

Point of interest
Landscapes
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La Cala Jóncols is the last beach in Roses. This extensive beach of almost 200 m in length is not a beach of sand but of pebbles. Its abrupt and irregular sea bed makes it very appreciated among...

Mastic trees

Point of interest
Flora
23/12/2015

Pistacia lentiscus.

This shrub or small tree of the pistacio genus can reach 6 or 7 meters in height in older specimens.

The larger sized specimens, when they are bled, produce a latex known as mastic...

Dry stone walls

Point of interest
Environment
23/12/2015

The constructive system of dry stone was what defined the landscape of the Cap de Creus, and was based on the construction either of single walls or of double walls with small stones on the inside...

Vineyard huts

Point of interest
Environment
23/12/2015

The huts are arguably the most noteworthy element of dry stone architecture. They were designed to meet the need for shelter of both people and animals, but were also used to store the tools and dry...

Mas d'en Baltre

Point of interest
Architecture
23/12/2015

This farmhouse in the municipality of Cadaqués is included in the Inventory of the Architectural Heritage of Catalonia.

It is a farmhouse formed of several separate buildings and was constructed on...

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Marquage parfois difficile à voir : accès derrière une barrière fermée et après avoir franchie une clôture électrique .....il faut être intuitif. Belle balade
Marquage parfois difficile à voir : accès derrière une barrière fermée et après avoir franchie une clôture électrique .....il faut être intuitif. Belle balade
Très difficile de trouver le départ, balisage à revoir absolument, nous avons pu faire cette randonnée grâce à l application.... Sinon parcours avec de très beaux points de vues, nous en avons pris plein les yeux et les jambes aussi...
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