Each season has its own charms. Spring is one of the best times to enjoy outdoor activities as well as the burst and beauty of colours, green fields and flowers. The softer temperatures and longer days make us feel like escaping to nature and being in the open air. If you are planning to do something soon with your family, your friends, your partner or on your own, this post offers a series of outdoor activities that will allow you to enjoy both nature and spring.
Interpretative trails in nature
Strolling peacefully in nature, discovering the surrounding landscapes and learning about local territory is always gratifying. This is why we present the two following interpretative outings that are perfect to share with your family.
The first nature activity we recommend you is located in the town of Flix, in La Ribera d’Ebre, which hosts Sebes Natural Reserve, a paradise of diversity that is perfect for nature and ornithology lovers. The visit starts in a farm called Mas de Pitoia and continues through the riverbank forests, reeds, wetlands and centenary olive trees that hide in the heart of the reserve. During the trail, you will come across several miradors that will allow you to watch birds, Camargue horses and storks. At the end of the visit, you will have the opportunity to taste Lutra, a homemade beer made from mint and liquorice, two very typical plants of this natural paradise.
The other nature route we suggest in spring is along Sant Llorenç de Montgai Lake, in La Noguera. Located into the Natural Wildlife Reserve, the lake is surrounded by a riverbank forest that forms an very lush area that is perfect to enjoy spring in all its splendour and burst! The guides from Centre Espai Orígens will teach you about the changes the ecosystem has undergone since the construction of the dam and will take you to watch the different species of birds that give life to this natural spot.
Wild plants discovery
If you love plants, the botanical routes are great options to enjoy the burst of colours in the middle of nature.
Col·lectiu Eixarcolant organizes many activities and workshops related to edible wild plants and traditional varieties of cereals. One of the experiences it offers is Discover the edible wild plants, an ethnobotanical outing in which you will learn about the culinary uses of the traditional plants and cereals you can find in Anoia. This two-hour itinerary and the guides’ explanations will allow you to recognize and identify the flora you have around as if you were a real expert.
Another perfect botanical outing to do with your family or small group of friends around Taüll is the one offered by Judith Mira, a nature guide from Alta Ribagorça. She will provide all her knowledge about the medicinal herbs which locals would use in the Middle Age and which you will have the opportunity to identify while walking through the forests of El Pont de Suert. If you want, at the end of the route, you can visit Taüll Orgànics organic farm, which produces anti-inflammatory creams from arnica and snow flower (edelweiss).
Horse riding in nature
After talking about walking through unique landscapes, what about enjoying them on horseback and exploring nature sitting on this majestic animal?
One of the many companies and horse riding centres that offer horse riding trails is Cerdanya Eqüestre. Located in the heart of Cerdanya and focused on natural and respectful horse riding, it organizes trails and horse riding routes through Cerdanya Valley, across the river Segre and up to the nearby mountains. It is a very good option because the experience is totally customized and adapted to the level of the participants. Duration: from one to five hours. You can also take a previous class or do a peaceful route to help the instructors to choose the best and safest route.
Canyoning
Spring is also thaw time, the moment in which Catalan rivers flow downhill at their wildest. It is therefore the best time to practise water sports such as canyoning. Thanks to the waterfalls that are formed along the river, you can go down through the canyons. If you like adventure, canyoning is the perfect spring activity!
Cingles, Companyia de Guies de Muntanya del Berguedà organize canyoning activities in which they help you to overcome the changes of the course of the rivers of the Berguedà region and to improve your technique. Check their website and find out about all the options they offer to explore and discover the most inaccessible spots in the mountain streams, always according to the skills and experience of the group.
If canyoning is not really your scene, you can just enjoy the beauty of the landscapes and immortalize the moment with a picture!
Segway trails
The last nature activity we recommend you to enjoy spring is a segway trail. Indòmit organizes outings with that means of transport to discover the surroundings of rural villages in a different and funny way. A soft, varied and adapted route to move through the mountain without any difficulty. The itinerary is aimed at people who have no experience and adapted to the characteristics of the group. The only condition is to weigh more than 30 kg and to let yourself be led to live the full experience!
