During the low season, many days are nice and sunny to have a walk, even though the temperatures are not that high, but that makes the walk more enjoyable.We would like to propose to you, to spend one of those days to have a walk and discover typical small corners of Estartit’s mountain.
You can start your route by foot from the campsite or if you prefer you can drive up to the top of the mountain and start there. At reception we can lend you maps to make the orientation easier for you and we can solve any doubts that you may have.
A good way to start your day is by visiting the Loran Base, a military base that has been abandoned for years, when in the past, the American soldiers based in Estartit used to live there.
They used to be the leader in interception and monitory communications of the whole Mediterranean and up to the Strait of Gilbraltar.
Even though you can not see the inside, you can see the whole structure of the ruins.
From about 500 metres from there, in direction l’Escala, you will find a small shelter for hikers. An ideal place to prepare a good breakfast before continuing your rute. There you will be able to find a fireplace, perfect for barbecues (note: in the summer they are forbbiden). You must make sure that you leave everything clean for the next people comming, so that they can also enjoy the facilities as you have done.
This place is called the hunter’s house and it is also acompanied by great sea views, so that you can spend some time there sitting in the sun and enjoying your aperitif.
The route continues in direction of some of the coves that surround Estartit. In this case we recommend Cala Pedrosa, a small rocky cave that is about 45 minutes away. This route is quite difficult due to all the rocks and steep slopes, so we do not recommend it for families with children that are under 10 years old.
We would like to remind you for any excursions that you may do, that it is important to wear trainers suitable for walking in the mountains and to drink plenty of water.
When you have arrived at the cave you will be able to have a swim, but the water there is colder that at the beach, because of it’s position. Nevertheless, it is worth the trip to get to this idyllic spot.
