from 0 review
3-5 days
Daily Tour
14 people
___
The Route of the 6 Senses in Montseny is a unique hiking experience in the Montseny Natural Park that combines nature, culture, and sustainability. This circular route allows you to explore the territory with all your senses, connecting with the landscape, local gastronomy, and the people who live there.
With a total distance of 78 km divided into stages, this experience is designed for hikers seeking much more than just walking: a true immersion in an environment declared a Biosphere Reserve.
Montseny is one of the most iconic natural areas in Catalonia. Along the route, you will cross spectacular landscapes that include holm oak forests, beech woods, streams, and iconic peaks such as Matagalls, Les Agudes, and Turó de l’Home.
You will also discover:
Each stage offers a new way to experience hiking in Montseny.
This route stands out for its innovative approach based on the six senses, turning every moment into a complete experience:
👀 What to see
Landscapes of Montseny, the Plana de Vic, and stunning panoramic views
👂 What to hear
Birds, rivers, nature, and local legends
👃 What to smell
Aromatic plants and seasonal scents
👅 What to taste
Local products and traditional cuisine
✋ What to touch
Craftsmanship
🌱 What to preserve
Participation in protecting the territory and biodiversity
The Route of the 6 Senses promotes a responsible and sustainable tourism model. Walking through Montseny also means contributing to environmental conservation and the development of the local economy.
Its core values include:
This is one of the best sustainable tourism options in Catalonia.
The route is circular and can start from El Brull or any accommodation point. The stages typically last between 5 and 7 hours per day and have a medium-high difficulty level.
Highlighted stages:
Although it can be done year-round, the best seasons for the Route of the 6 Senses are:
🌸 Spring: nature in full bloom, vibrant greens that will captivate your eyes
🍂 Autumn: spectacular colors and ideal weather—don’t miss the beech forests at their peak
The mild Mediterranean climate allows for hiking throughout the year, although summer heat can make it more demanding.
Along the route, you will find a wide range of rural accommodations, hotels, and hostels adapted for hikers. All are carefully selected to make this experience unforgettable.
You can also enjoy services such as:
This makes the experience comfortable and accessible for different types of travelers.
Experience Montseny like never before with the Route of the 6 Senses—an adventure that combines nature, culture, and sustainability into an unforgettable journey.
You can contact us at +34 938 215 111 or via WhatsApp at +34 629 188 236.
You can also email us at info@pedratour.com
We design journeys, build experiences, and create unforgettable memories.
Positive elevation gain: 435 m
Negative elevation loss: 520 m
Today's stage will take you to the Sot de la Font Pomareta, an emblematic spot between the municipalities of El Brull and Seva. From the Muntanya d’en Sala, you will enjoy a spectacular view over the Ter Valley and the Pyrenees, passing through the wild Sot del Torrent de Rentadors, an old charcoal-makers’ path used in the most extreme solitude.
Today’s journey is full of stories and legends that will accompany us along the way, such as the legend of the Paitides in the pools (gorgs). In addition, we will pass by the La Sala farmhouse, the birthplace of the bandit Joan Sala i Ferrer, known as “Serrallonga.”
Positive elevation gain: 860m
Negative elevation loss: 595m
Today you will hike Matagalls from west to east. You will begin the stage along the path to the hermitage of l’Erola, a revered image and patron saint of Viladrau, and the Monastery of Sant Segimon, both deeply historical landmarks born from local devotion and the effort of local women.
You will walk along the Matagalls ridge, the third highest peak in Montseny, with spectacular views over Osona and Ripollès to the north, and the Vallès region and Barcelona to the south.
On the way down, you will pass by the Benedictine monastery of Sant Marçal.
Positive elevation gain: 610 m
Negative elevation loss: 580 m
From the Taula dels Tres Bisbes, where the Tordera River is born, you will ascend through beech forests and scree slopes to the ridge of Les Agudes (the second highest peak of Montseny).
From this point, the impressive Arbúcies Valley and Santa Fe Valley open up before you—both emblematic areas where up to 40 varieties of apples were once cultivated.
Positive elevation gain: 585 m
Negative elevation loss: 1,180 m
Today you will need to gather your strength, as you will ascend to the highest peak of Montseny, Turó de l’Home, passing through the Santa Fe Valley via a fir forest.
You will then continue descending along paths lined with ferns and former pastures, passing centuries-old chestnut trees and peri-urban orchards, until you reach the municipality of Montseny.
Positive elevation gain: 740 m
Negative elevation loss: 270 m
From Montseny, you will head towards Sant Martí and Sant Cristòfol de la Castanya, ascending via a steep zigzag path to the Pla del Cafè, a symbolic meeting place for shepherds and a plateau overlooking the gorge.
An impressive and solitary beech forest will guide you all the way to El Brull, the end of your adventure.
