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Cova Avellanes Recreation Area

Cova Avellanes Recreation Area

This scenic wooded area features shaded spots, stone benches, and a natural spring, perfect for relaxation and exploring nearby walking trails.

The Cova Avellanes Recreation Area is located in the heart of Els Ports near the top of Mount Caro.

It is a wooded area shaded by black and red pines. The area offers stone benches and tables and an untreated water spring.

Check out Els Ports Natural Park two walking itineraries: Pla d'Abària and El Marturi.

 

How to get there: To get to Cove Avellanes from Roquetes, take the T-342 to Els Reguers. Between 3 km and 4 km there is a deviation of route to the left towards the top of Caro. After a 14.9 km curved road, turn right to Fredes- Cova Avellanes. Once you got past a square with a Restaurant & Bar. After 1 km there is a crossing, turn left to Cova Avellanes. Right at the entrance of the road there is a small esplanade where you can park. If the height of the car is too much, go on for 3 km until you get to the recreation area.

Photos:  Parc Natural dels Ports

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