What to do · Rupit
Salt de Sallent, the 115-metre waterfall
Information
- Price
- Independent · free
- Duration
- 1 h 15
- Distance
- 3 km
- Who it's for
- Families; small children in a carrier
- With a dog
- Dog-friendly
What it is
The Salt de Sallent is the waterfall of the Rupit stream, a tributary of the Ter that rises in the springs of the upper Collsacabra. It falls about 115 metres in free fall, in four stages of 5, 30, 30 and 50 m, and Viquipèdia describes it as the waterfall with the greatest vertical drop in Catalonia. It marks the boundary between the Collsacabra and les Guilleries: below lies the Gorga del Diable and the stream continues towards the Susqueda reservoir. It is route 2 of the Rupit i Pruit Town Council's walking routes, and the village's best-known excursion.
The route step by step
A linear route of 3 km, with 100 m of ascent and as much descent:
- The tourist office, on camí de Sant Joan de Fàbregues, starting point.
- The hanging bridge, to cross the stream.
- Plaça Major, passing through the village.
- The Rupit stream, which you follow downstream.
- The Rodó mill and waterfall.
- The Font de la Pomereda.
- The Salt de Sallent and its viewpoint, opposite the drop.
Time: 1 h 15 there and back by the same path, or 2 hours if you return along the Sant Joan de Fàbregues track, which lengthens the return.
Where to park
Leave the car in the municipal car park at the entrance to the village: free up to 45 minutes, €2.50 up to 2 hours, €3.50 up to 3 and €6 for 4 to 24 hours. For this excursion, plan on paying the 2- or 3-hour rate. From there you walk to the tourist office to start.
When to go
The waterfall is more impressive in rainy periods, when a lot of water falls into the pool at the base; after weeks of dry weather it carries less. At weekends the path is very busy; on a weekday or first thing you will have a quieter time.
Water, shade and footwear
The path follows the stream, with stretches of woodland. Bring water and mountain or sports shoes with a good sole: after rain the path beside the stream can get muddy and the rocks are slippery.
With children and with a dog
It is a good family excursion: short, with little climbing and a reward at the end. With small children, a baby carrier is better than a pushchair. Hold their hands at the viewpoint and on the stretches near the stream. Dogs can come, on a lead.
Collsacabra rules
Rupit i Pruit is part of the protected natural area of the Collsacabra (PEIN). The Town Council asks you not to make noise or shout, not to pick protected flora or fauna, to be very careful with fire, to take your rubbish away and to respect private property and livestock, and reminds you that wild camping is not allowed. In an emergency, call 112.
Tips
- Return via Sant Joan de Fàbregues You add about three quarters of an hour and come back by a different path.
- Go after rain That is when the waterfall carries the most water and you can see it at its full height.
- Book a meal in the village On the way back you have the Fonda Marsal or the Braseria El Coll.
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to get to the Salt de Sallent from Rupit?
The Town Council estimates 1 h 15 there and back by the same path, or 2 hours returning along the Sant Joan de Fàbregues track.
How high is the Salt de Sallent?
About 115 m of free fall, in four stages.
Is it suitable for children?
Yes: it is 3 km with 100 m of ascent. With small children, a baby carrier is better than a pushchair, and take care at the viewpoint.
With young childrenAs a familyWith teenagersWith a dog
