At Willy’s plan, we always want to surprise you. For this reason, we are constantly searching for new routes and excursions in Catalonia that will help you explore the best places in the area. On this occasion, it’s time to prepare your swimsuit, some delicious snacks, and take all the fun in your backpack, because we are going to meet the 6 most beautiful lakes in Catalonia.
In addition, any time of the year is good, either to visit or to swim in them. In any case, the best option is to let yourself be carried away by the charm of these natural wonders. Here is a list of some of the lakes you can find near Barcelonawhich, of course, you can’t miss.
1. Banyoles Lake - Girona
Perhaps you have heard of this lake very often, it must be because it takes the title of “the largest lake in Catalonia”. That is why Banyoles Lake is at the top of the list of our tour of the most important lakes of Catalonia.
One of the reasons why you can not miss a day in this aquifer, is its yacht club and sports facilities. Since the 1992 Olympic Games, this place has become a favorite for many nautical athletes to take a well-deserved vacation and enjoy the competitions.
For many bathers, it is the summer lake par excellence. Congregating many tourists to enjoy endless sunny days, in the company of nature and outdoor fun. Here is a route around the lake of Banyolas that we propose from Willy’s Plan.
2. La Riera de Merlés - Berga
Perhaps this stream is not a lake as such. But not for that reason, he should have been off the list. The truth is that the Riera de Merlés is the favorite place for hiking and mountain routes. Undoubtedly a natural place that represents the most characteristic of the Catalan flora and fauna, and a place to connect with the environment and tranquility. One of the essential places to visit if you are looking for routes to do in Berga.
It also has a very large and crowded bathing area, where many bathers come looking for extreme adventures in the rock jumps that run along most of the river. But above all, for the convenience of getting to this place, since it is easily accessible and offers a wide variety of accommodations around it.
3. Montcortés Lake - Lleida
In search of an absolutely quiet place, we found the lake of Montcortés. A place that we could assure that it is one of the best natural paradises to visit if you are looking for routes and excursions to do in Lleida.
Very few people go to this lake, and it can be quite quiet. So, it is an ideal place if you are planning a relaxing getaway in Catalonia, without any kind of agglomeration. It is also a favorite site for visitors to the area, who come to do some fishing, have a picnic or simply enjoy a day in the company of friends or family.
4. La Foradada de Cantonigrós - Barcelona
If you are looking for lakes near Barcelonayou’ve come to the right place. Its size is not the most prominent, but its landscape does honor this place. La Foradada de Cantonigrós, is a lagoon where the sun filters through the holes in the rocks, and the water rests on the ruins of an old mill, built for the use of the river. To all this, we recommend you to take a look at the plan that we propose in Willy’s Plan, where we explain how to carry out the route to La Foradada de Cantonigrós.
A place where waterfalls intertwine with nature, inviting the curious to enjoy a magical and unforgettable place. Only thirty minutes of route will take you to one of the most spectacular natural adventures in Catalonia.
5. Toll del Vidre and Toll de la Presó
In our search for lakes in Catalonia to swim in and/or visitwe arrive in the province of Tarragona, more exactly in the area of Arnes. An area full of admirable gorges and natural pools in Catalonia. That is why, in this stop we will make two visits in one, in which we will discover one of the places that you can not miss, if you are looking for hiking routes and excursions in Tarragona.
The riera del Vidre, gives us on this occasion, a small mouth of crystal clear waters, easily accessible. Being a somewhat secluded place, it does not usually have a large traffic of people, so it is ideal for a romantic getaway or a family getaway in Catalonia, to enjoy a quiet and intimate day.
Being a little bit bigger than the Toll del Vidre, we find the Toll de la Presó. A lake of deeper waters, but no less wonderful. It is there that you can take a well-deserved swim after a long day of sightseeing.
6. Route of the 7 Gorgs - Campdevànol
We tried to name six lakes, each one in a different province of Catalonia. But we know you are adventurous and very curious, that’s why you are here. So we will not leave without showing you one of the greatest natural wonders that you must visit if you are looking for routes and day trips in Catalonia: This is, of course, the route of the 7 Gorgs de Campdevànol.
A tour of the 7 most remote gorges or lakes of Catalonia, and without a doubt, an excursion full of surprises, in the best style of Willy’s Plan. What are you waiting for?
