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Santa Pau

Santa Pau is a medieval village in the volcanic landscape of La Garrotxa. Its historic centre makes a fitting end to the walk from Olot and adds the perspective of a lived-in settlement to the surrounding landscape.

Fageda d’en Jordà
Photo by Josep Maria Viñolas Esteva Source: Wikimedia Commons Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0
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What makes it special

  • Explore the medieval historic centre.
  • Finish the marked walk from Olot in the village.
Santa Pau
Photo by Txllxt TxllxT Source: Wikimedia Commons Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0
Santa Pau
Photo by Txllxt TxllxT Source: Wikimedia Commons Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0
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Exposed volcanic strata at the Croscat Volcano gredas in La Garrotxa.

La Garrotxa’s volcanic centre by landscape, time and transport

You do not need to combine La Fageda d’en Jordà, Santa Margarida and Croscat in a single day. The best choice depends on whether you want to understand the landscape, really walk, or arrive without a car.

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Profile updated: 28/09/2026