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What to do · Rupit

Guided walk along the Collsacabra cliffs and El Corriol

Guided walks along the Collsacabra cliffs and a visit to the medieval farmhouse of El Corriol with Satya, an environmental education project in Rupit. By reservation.

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Who it's for
Adults and relaxed families

What it is

Satya. Natura, Art i Emoció is an environmental education and personal growth project in the Collsacabra, based in Rupit i Pruit, which guides walks around the area. Its approach starts from the idea that knowing the landscape helps you look after it and look after yourself. It is run by Raquel Sala. Among its activities:

  • Guided walks through the Collsacabra, among woods and cliffs.
  • Guided visit to El Corriol, a 13th-century farmhouse preserved intact, one of the notable houses of the Collsacabra.
  • Mindful and contemplative walks.
  • Sound baths, concerts and art and nature workshops, also made to measure.
  • Educational activities for schools.

On its website it also announces guided outings in Cap de Creus and, in December, the Bosc de Tions, a corner of the Collsacabra woods with different tions installed among the trees.

What to expect from a walk

It is not a demanding mountain route, but a walk to get to know the area or to stroll calmly. It can be an outing along the cliffs, which dominate the landscape of Rupit, or a visit to El Corriol, which lets you see what a complete medieval farmhouse was like. Satya adapts the experiences to each occasion, so what you do depends on what you ask for.

The landscape

Rupit i Pruit is part of the protected natural area of the Collsacabra (PEIN), with cliffs, lush woods, streams and waterfalls. The landscape is dominated by sub-Mediterranean and central European vegetation: mountain holm oak in the lower areas, oak woods with box alternating with pasture, beech woods and, at the very top, heathland with birches. The cliffs favour rock-dwelling birds, and the mammals include foxes, roe deer, badgers and wild boar. The Town Council recommends going with a specialist guide to get more out of the visit.

Price, duration and booking

Satya does not publish a price, duration or calendar on its website: each outing is organised on request. Contact Raquel Sala on 628 09 16 85, through its website or on Instagram (satya.naturaartemocio). Say how many of you there are, whether you are bringing children and what interests you: the cliffs, El Corriol or a contemplative walk. The meeting point is agreed when you book.

Getting there

Rupit is on the C-153, about 45 minutes from Vic and from Olot. If the meeting is in the village, park in the municipal car park at the entrance: €6 for 4 to 24 hours.

What to bring

Comfortable shoes for walking on paths, water, a warm layer, as the Collsacabra gets cool, and sun protection in summer.

Who it is for

For adults and families who want to get to know the Collsacabra with someone from the area and at a gentle pace. If you want a long route on your own, look at the one from Rupit to Tavertet; for a short family outing, the Salt de Sallent.

Tips

  • Ask about El Corriol It is a 13th-century farmhouse preserved intact, and Satya shows it on a guided visit.
  • Book in good time Satya organises each outing on request.
  • Come in December with children Ask about the Bosc de Tions, which Satya puts on only that month.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a guided walk with Satya cost?

Satya does not publish prices: ask by phone, on its website or on social media.

What is El Corriol?

A 13th-century farmhouse in the Collsacabra, preserved intact, which Satya shows on a guided visit.

Who organises it?

Satya. Natura, Art i Emoció, an environmental education project in the Collsacabra based in Rupit i Pruit.

As a familyWith teenagers

Who runs it

Opening hours and prices can change: check them before you go.

Round off the plan

Where to eat, where to stay and what else to do

To eat nearby

Bar - Embotits Crosas

Takeaway · Rupit · €€€€

What to order: local cured meats for a sandwich or to take home.

C/ Església 10 · 938 522 042 · bar and charcuterie
The dining room with laid tables and arched windows© Fonda MarsalCatalan mountain cooking

Fonda Marsal

Restaurant · Rupit · €€€€

What to order: grandmother's patates farcides, beans with butifarra or veal with mushrooms, and mató with honey for dessert.

C/ Manyà 3 · 93 852 20 86
The dining room with checked tablecloths on the tables and stone walls© Hostal Estrella

Hostal Restaurant Estrella

Restaurant · Rupit · €€€€

What to order: home-style mountain cooking with produce from the farmhouses of the area.

Plaça Bisbe Font 1 · 938 522 005

To stay nearby

The stone façade of the inn, with flower balconies, on a street in Rupit© Fonda MarsalSmall hotel

Hostal Restaurant Fonda Marsal

In the old town · Own restaurant

Why we like it: Family inn since 1930 on carrer Manyà in Rupit, with sixteen rooms, a Catalan cuisine restaurant and half board.

The stone building of the inn on a square in Rupit at dusk© Hostal EstrellaSmall hotel

Hostal Restaurant Estrella

Plaça Bisbe Font · Biosphere label

Why we like it: Inn run by the Dorca Peix family since 1946 on plaça del Bisbe Font in Rupit, with rustic rooms, breakfast included and a restaurant.

A wooden bungalow with a porch among pines© Càmping Sènia RupitCampsite

Càmping Sènia Rupit

Vic to Olot road, km 31.5 · Pitches · Bungalows for 5 · Pool

Dogs welcome

Why we like it: Campsite among pines ten minutes' walk from Rupit, with pitches, bungalows for five, glamping, a renovated pool and a children's farm.