Carrilet I (Olot - Girona)

Carrilet I greenway is a route that follows the old route of the train that connected Olot and Girona. It is an ideal route to do by bike or on foot, as it has little gradient and crosses very varied and beautiful landscapes. The route has a length of 56 kilometers and passes through twelve towns in three counties: Garrotxa, Gironès and Selva.

The route starts in Olot, in the heart of the Garrotxa volcanic area, where you can admire the natural and cultural heritage of this region. From Olot, the route goes to Les Preses, Sant Esteve d'en Bas and Sant Feliu de Pallerols, where you can see the Hostoles castle. Afterwards, the route climbs up to the En Bas pass, the highest point on the itinerary, at 589 meters above sea level. From there, the route gently descends to Girona, following the valleys of the rivers Fluvià, Brugent and Ter.

Along the way, you can visit charming towns such as Les Planes d'Hostoles, Amer, La Cellera de Ter, Anglès and Bonmatí. Finally, the route reaches Girona, where you can enjoy the history and culture of these cities. In Girona, the route connects with the second section of Carrilet, which goes to Sant Feliu de Guíxols.

More information: www.viesverdes.cat