Autumn is one of the four seasons of the year in temperate zones which, astronomically, begins with the autumn equinox (in our region between September 22 and 23) and ends with the winter solstice (near December 21). Autumn is a time of major changes in the landscape, climate, etc., which makes it a “special” time to go on foot or bicycle trips that will fascinate us.
Tourdera
Presentation of the route at the Palafolls library
On October 7th, a presentation of the Tourdera open to the general public took place at the Enric Miralles library in Palafolls. During the talk, the route was introduced, but the project and its final goal as a territorial development project were also discussed in general terms.
Presentation of La Tourdera at the conference “New trends in tourism”
On September 29th, the “New trends in tourism” conference took place in Girona, where different tourism projects were presented, analyzing the most current trends in the tourism field, and where the project and experience of the “Tordera River and Arbúcies Stream Route” was presented.
The Patxot Universe: a highly recommended visit to complement the Tourdera.
Today we propose a visit to Mosqueroles, to the administrative headquarters of the Montseny Natural Park, Masia Mariona. If you are thinking of doing any section of the Tourdera from Fogars de Montclús (Mosqueroles) or finishing in this beautiful town, you should know that at Masia Mariona you will find an exhibition about the scientific and patronage work of Rafael Patxot i Jubert, which deals with the Catalan farmhouse, the relationship with hiking, meteorology, astronomy, and popular songbooks.
La Tourdera link sections (part 4): the case of Riells and Viabrea and Breda
We have reached the 4th and final installment of the collection of articles dedicated to the connecting itineraries of the Tordera River and Arbúcies Stream route. If you have not read the previous articles, this collection aims to explain that the Tourdera connecting itineraries are small sections of the route that connect centers near the river to the main route, as is the case of Massanes, Gualba, Vallgorguina or the cases that occupy us today of Riells i Viabrea and Breda.
La Tourdera in stages by the Farners Hiking Center
As you know, the Tordera route (Tourdera) is a long itinerary that includes the entire course of the Tordera River and the Arbúcies stream. Therefore, to do it in its entirety, it is recommended to plan it in stages, which will allow you to enjoy the experience without having to make a great effort. This is how the Centre Excursionista Farners planned from the beginning of the year to discover the whole route in stages and allow all interested people to join in.
Inauguration of the new Tordera River Walk
Last Tuesday, August 23rd, the remodeling of the Tordera riverside promenade was inaugurated, between the Sardana park and the Fogars road. This entire space was severely affected by the Gloria storm in 2020, the year in which the slope consolidation works were carried out, but it was necessary to finish the work with the remodeling of the entire promenade, where the Tordera route passes.
Results of the 1st annual review of the route
During the past month of July, the complete inspection that is carried out every six months on the Tordera route and Arbúcies stream was performed. This was the 1st inspection of this year 2022, with the plan to perform the second one in November. All detected incidents have been reported to the different responsible parties for the maintenance of the route, which are the different participating town councils or those to whom they have outsourced the service.
La Tourdera connecting sections (part 3): the case of Massanes
Today we bring you a new installment of the collection of articles related to the Tourdera connection itineraries. As we already explained to you, the Tordera Route and Arbúcies stream (Tourdera) is an itinerary that follows the course of the Tordera River and the Arbúcies stream in practically its entirety, but there are also some links to the route from towns near the river, as is the case of Massanes, Gualba, Riells i Viabrea, Breda or Vallgorguina. Well, today we present the case of Massanes.
Tips against heat in outdoor activities
This summer is being especially hot, with already three heat waves and very high temperatures. It is for this reason that, if you are thinking of going hiking or taking your bicycle, you must always be very careful to protect yourself from the temperatures, since a heatstroke can have very, very serious consequences. In this article, we give you the main tips to fight against the heat.
