Sunday, September 6, 2009

Montgrony Sanctuary



From this Sanctuary perched in the mountains you get amazing views of the Catalan Pyrenees.
The legend says the Count Arnau got damned for not paying what was dued to the workers who carved the steps taking to this place.
Another story relates the area to the Barons of Fame, legendary founders of Catalonia.

More information on this site here.
DISTANCE FROM BARCELONA: 2h ride.
ACCESSIBILITY: 147 steep steps to reach the Sanctuary. Good walking shoes recomended.


FULLDAYS PRICED AS "FD-C CODE":

Ripoll Monstery. A masterpiece of Romanesque architecture and sculpture.

Count Arnau Route. Follow the steps of this legendary character.



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