Volcà del Garrinada
A significant volcano in the Garrotxa Volcanic Zone, though its crater is privately owned and access is restricted.
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Volcà del Garrinada
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A significant volcano in the Garrotxa Volcanic Zone, though its crater is privately owned and access is restricted.
"It's a shame the crater is private, but the exterior walk offers a glimpse of this ancient geological wonder."
Respect Private Property
Many paths are private. Stick to marked public routes to avoid issues. ⚠️
View from Afar
If crater access is blocked, enjoy the volcano's grandeur from surrounding viewpoints. :camerawithflash:
Quick Facts
Rating
3.2 · 10 reviews
Type
Natural Feature
Highlights
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Exterior Volcanic Walk
Circumference path
Explore the base and slopes of this ancient volcano, appreciating its scale from the outside.
Garrotxa Volcanic Zone Views
Surrounding areas
Enjoy panoramic vistas of the larger volcanic landscape that includes Volcà del Garrinada.
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Respect Private Property
Many paths are private. Stick to marked public routes to avoid issues. ⚠️
View from Afar
If crater access is blocked, enjoy the volcano's grandeur from surrounding viewpoints. :camerawithflash:
Combine with Olot
Volcà del Garrinada is near Olot; explore the town if time is limited. :cityscape:
Check Local Access
Access can change. Look for recent local information before you go. 💁
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Respect Private Property
Many paths are private. Stick to marked public routes to avoid issues. ⚠️
View from Afar
If crater access is blocked, enjoy the volcano's grandeur from surrounding viewpoints. :camerawithflash:
Combine with Olot
Volcà del Garrinada is near Olot; explore the town if time is limited. :cityscape:
Check Local Access
Access can change. Look for recent local information before you go. 💁
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
Visitors note that Volcà del Garrinada is a significant volcano in the Garrotxa region, but access to its crater is restricted due to private ownership. While exterior walks are possible, many find the limited access disappointing and suggest viewing it from a distance or exploring other more accessible volcanoes in the park.
"Access tested. A walk is enough. You can opt out of the volcano route if the distance to Olot or the valley is short.
Access to the crater is private, except for the walk, you can do without it if your time is limited"
Amor Fallero
"It is a real shame that the Garrinada volcano is privately accessible and is completely surrounded by cables so you can't access the crater. If you are thinking of visiting this place, it is better to do it from a distance where you can see it better than to go into the nature reserve just to walk around.
If you are still interested in visiting it, take a look at the attached photo where I show you the path that climbs and skirts the main and oldest crater in the area, which is about 130,000 years old. This path is taken by turning to the right once you have passed the sports area. That is, you park your car in a small parking lot that you find in the area, continue on foot along a paved path and shortly after you see a path that goes up. All in all, you will do it in a short time, so it is a short route that the owners themselves have fenced off with a large log in the ground to prevent cars or SUVs from approaching the area.
In short, it is one of the largest volcanoes in the Garrotxa Volcanic Zone Natural Park but off-limits to tourists. You always have many other options nearby to visit, it will not be for lack of volcanoes in the region."
Adrià P.
"It is located on the outskirts of Olot with no entrance to see it, the Google points are private, you have to go through the middle of the forest with no path."
Cristina Martin
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Frequently Asked Questions
🚇 🗺️ Getting There
Volcà del Garrinada is located on the outskirts of Olot. You can drive towards the Carretera de les Feixes or Camí de les Bruixes. Parking is available in a small lot near the sports area, from where you can start a walk. Be aware that some access roads are not public.
Public transport options directly to the volcano's base are limited. It's best to use a car to reach the general area near Olot and then proceed on foot.
A small parking lot is available near the sports area, which serves as a starting point for accessible walks around the volcano's perimeter.
🎫 🎫 Tickets & Entry
Access to the crater of Volcà del Garrinada is privately owned and generally restricted. While exterior walks are possible, the crater itself is off-limits.
No tickets are required for the accessible exterior walks. However, access to the crater is private and not open for public visitation.
As much of the access is private, there are no official opening hours. Exterior walks are best done during daylight hours for safety and visibility.
Unfortunately, the crater of Volcà del Garrinada is privately owned and access is restricted. Visitors can typically only walk around the exterior.
🎫 🧭 Onsite Experience
You can take a walk around the exterior of the volcano, appreciating its geological formation and the surrounding landscape. The Garrotxa Volcanic Zone Natural Park offers many other accessible volcanoes to explore.
The accessible walk around the exterior is quite short, likely taking less than an hour. If your time is limited, this can be a quick stop.
There are paths for walking around the volcano's perimeter. However, direct access to the crater is blocked, and some access roads may not be well-maintained or public.
Wear comfortable walking shoes as you'll be on uneven terrain. Layers are recommended as weather can change. :athletic_shoe:
The exterior walk is generally manageable for families, but the lack of crater access might disappoint younger visitors. Consider other more accessible volcanoes in the park for a fuller experience. :family_mm:
📸 📸 Photography
Focus on capturing the scale of the volcano from its base and the surrounding natural park scenery. The restricted crater access means unique crater shots are unlikely. :camerawithflash:
Given the private land and potential restrictions, it's advisable to check local drone regulations and obtain permission before flying a drone in the area. :drone:
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