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Siurana

Catalonia  >  Spain

Siurana is one of the most beautiful villages in Catalonia. Worth a visit just because of the scenic beauty, but also because of the many birds you can see.

Added* by Eugeni Capella
Most recent update 30 studenoga 2020

Description

Regardless of the landscape aspect, a visit to Siurana is also justified from an ornithological point of view. Surrounded by large cliffs and with spectacular views over the nearby Sierra del Monsant, Siurana allows the observation of species from Mediterranean environments and strictly rocky environments. From the village you will see the Siurana reservoir, which collects the waters of the river of the same name, but it is not interesting for waterfowl. Any time of year is good if you take out the summer, when on the other hand it will be difficult for you to find parking. From the same village it is possible to observe Modrokos and in winter Alpski popić are seen within the village itself. Very occasionally Crvenokrili litičar can also be observed. The star bird of prey is the Prugasti orao but its observation is far from guaranteed. If you go to Siurana you can have lunch in a rural or design restaurant. You can take a path that follows the cliff along the southern slope of the village to the east. If you follow it you can get down to the river, but after that you have to go up !!! An alternative is that before or after visiting the village you stop by the fields around Cornudella or the Siurana river, especially in winter.

Details

Access

There is no public transport to go to Siurana. If you go by car on a summer weekend or holiday you will be parked a few hundred meters away from the village. There is the option to stay in Siurana itself making the visit even more relaxing.

Terrain and Habitat

Forest , Mountain , Canyon/cliff , River

Conditions

Mountainous , Rocky

Circular trail

No

Is a telescope useful?

Yes

Good birding season

Spring , Winter , Autumn

Best time to visit

Spring , Winter , Autumn

Route

Narrow trail

Difficulty walking trail

Average walk

Accessible by

Foot

Birdwatching hide / platform

No

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