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The Crosa Volcano, in Vilobí d'Onyar, offers a circular route, perfect for the whole family and of the distance you prefer, depending on where you start.
The route we propose today in The Readers' Photos of Guyana Guardian ventures into the crater of an extinct volcano, one of the largest in the Iberian Peninsula, observing remains of lava and Mediterranean vegetation.
At the top, we find the Romanesque hermitage of Sant Llop and a panoramic viewpoint with very extensive views. This is a collection of photos of some significant elements that we encountered along the route.
Wooden footbridge on the Crosa Volcano route
This wooden walkway, which is part of the Volcà de la Crosa route, extends into the riparian forest that surrounds the volcano. It runs parallel to the course of the Onyar River. Through the trees, you can see the marks left by volcanic activity on the landscape thousands of years ago.
I walk beside Bassa de Can Turón
This is a path that passes by the side of the Bassa de Can Turón. Before, this pond was used to irrigate the fields, now it adds a special touch to the volcano landscape. However, at the moment, the water in the pond is not in the best condition.
Panoramic view from the Les Guilloteres viewpoint
The viewpoint of Les Guilloteres offers a panoramic view of the crater of Volcà de la Crosa and its surroundings. From this vantage point, you can see the expanse of the crater and its integration into the landscape of La Selva. On the horizon, the mountains of Les Guilleries can be distinguished. In the foreground, fields of crops and urbanized areas are visible.
Itinerary along the Onyar River
The beauty of the Onyar River
Enjoying the scenery by the Onyar River
Stretch of the Onyar River
Images of the Onyar River, a tributary of the Ter River, flow through the area of the Crosa Volcano. The volcanic orography causes the formation of waterfalls and pools along its course. The riverbanks showcase vegetation typical of this ecosystem. The water of the Onyar River comes from the Guilleries Mountains.
This path, which we see in the last photograph, lined with deciduous trees, runs parallel to the Onyar river. The ground is covered with fallen leaves, typical of autumn. The riverside vegetation provides shade and freshness to the path.
Path to the Crosa Volcano