Baumes Corcades via ferrata in Centelles

Stands out for

  • • The longest Nepali bridge in Europe in its modality
  • • 800 equipped meters and 330 of elevation gain to Puigsagordi
  • • Easy or difficult variant on the bridge, La Tosquera and the stairs
  • • Suspended staircase in the void as the final step of the route
  • • Views of the Vic plain, Montseny and the Eastern Pyrenees
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Description

The most popular via ferrata in Catalonia The Baumes Corcades are the strip of rock hollowed out by erosion that gives its name to this via ferrata, hanging over the Congost river valley between Centelles and Balenyà, in Osona. It was inaugurated in February 2003 and is maintained by the town councils of both municipalities along with the Centre Excursionista de Centelles. It consists of a total route of 3,900 meters, of which 800 meters are equipped with staples, cables, and ladders, with a 330-meter elevation gain up to the turó del Puigsagordi.

What the route covers The itinerary begins past the Banyeres farmhouse, following yellow markings that pass through the Cercle de les Bruixes and the Queixal Corcat. The first vertical section climbs up Quicarell and opens onto an expanse that serves as a viewpoint over the plana de Vic. Then comes the strip of balmas that gives its name to the via, the Nepalese bridge—the longest of its kind in Europe—and the Tosquera, one of the most emblematic corners of Centelles. The hardest section is saved for the end: a staircase suspended in mid-air that traverses a ceiling, followed by several overhangs, before the short installation that crowns the hill.

A level you choose At three points along the route, there is an easy variant and a difficult variant: the bridge, the esperó de la Tosquera, and the staircase. This allows the same itinerary to be completed as K4 or K5, explaining why it works equally well for those who chain multiple via ferratas together and for those coming with a guide to take the leap into a large-scale route.

What you see from above The plana de Vic with the castle of Tona, the Montseny massif and the castle of Tagamanent, the Guilleries and the Collsacabra to the north, the Bertí cliffs to the south and, on clear days, the Eastern Pyrenees.

Key Info

Difficulty

Hard

Experience Level

Intermediate

Setting

Outdoors

Best season

All year round

Recommended Age Range

Ages 16+

Not suitable for kids Booking required

Practical Guide

Everything you need to know about Baumes Corcades via ferrata in Centelles

This is general information about this type of experience. Specific details will be confirmed during the booking process

Location

How to get there

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In this area

CentellesMunicipioBarcelonaProvincia
Expert Recommendations

Wear mountain boots with grip, clothing that allows free movement, and via ferrata gloves: there is a lot of cable and your hands will feel it. Bring a small backpack with enough water and some food, as there are several hours between the ascent and descent without any supply points. In summer, start early, as the rock face gets sun for most of the day. If you are in a group, keep in mind that the price per person drops significantly starting from three or four participants. And if heights intimidate you, tell the guide before setting off: there is an easier alternative at the bridge and the ladder.

Physical Requirements

Requires good physical condition, especially in arms and grip, as there are several-meter overhangs and a ladder suspended in mid-air that must be climbed by hand. You don't need to be a climber, but you must move fluidly vertically and not suffer from vertigo. Between the route and the descent, it is four to five hours of continuous activity. Minimum age 16.

About the Area

Centelles is a village of about 7,900 inhabitants in the Osona region, at 496 meters above sea level in the Congost river valley, about 50 kilometers from Barcelona via the C-17. It is part of the Portes del Montseny tourism consortium, which positions it as one of the gateways to the massif via its western slope. Its Santa Coloma church has been documented since the year 898, and the Festa del Pi on December 30th is its main winter festival. The area offers significant vertical terrain: in neighboring Els Hostalets de Balenyà lies the Cagat el Lorito via ferrata, and the valley is closed to the south by the Bertí cliffs.

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Baumes Corcades K4/K5 via ferrata with nepalese bridge

Via ferrata in Centelles with Europe's longest nepali bridge in its mode, 800 meters equipped and departure to Turó del Puigsagordi.

Duration 4 h
Min. 1
Age 16+
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Duration: Between 4 and 5 hours in total, including approach, route and descent
Description

Via ferrata equipped in the Baumes Corcades, the strip of hollowed rock that gives its name to the itinerary, above the Congost river valley between Centelles and Balenyà, in Osona. It was inaugurated in 2003 and is maintained by the town councils and the Centelles excursionist center. It consists of 3,900 meters of total route, 800 of which are equipped, and 330 meters of elevation gain up to the Turó del Puigsagordi, with views of the Vic plain, the Montseny massif, the Guilleries, and the Eastern Pyrenees. Its most famous section is the Nepalese bridge, the longest in Europe in its modality. The day begins with the technical explanation and the inspection of the equipment. After a short approach on foot, the first vertical section of Quicarell is tackled, which leads to an expanse that serves as a viewpoint, and then the strip of balmas that gives its name to the via. The route through the ferrata takes between 2 and 3 hours and the descent on foot about 45 minutes, so it is advisable to reserve half a day. The official difficulty is D, with very difficult sections on the bridge, in the esperó de la Tosquera, and on the suspended ladder over the void, which is the most demanding passage of the route. The guides place it at K4 or K5 depending on the chosen variant: at three points of the itinerary, one can choose between an athletic passage and a simple one, so that the level is adjusted to the group. No previous climbing experience is required, but good physical condition and no vertigo are necessary.

Included Services
  • Mountain guide included
  • Individual technical equipment (harness / helmet / energy absorber / via ferrata gloves)
  • Civil liability and accident insurance
Not included
  • Transport to meeting point
  • Meals
Group size: min. 1
Age: 16+
Languages:
🇪🇸 Español Català 🇬🇧 English
Cancellation

Cancellation conditions are confirmed upon booking. In case of adverse weather, a date change is proposed.

Meeting point: Centelles (Osona, Barcelona). The approach on foot from the parking lot to the start of the trail takes about 10 to 15 minutes. The exact meeting point is confirmed upon booking.
From €75

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Frequently Asked Questions

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It is not essential if you go with a guide, because in three sections you can choose the easy variant and avoid the athletic sections. What you do need is good physical condition in your arms and to handle heights well: there are overhangs and a long suspension bridge.
It is advisable to reserve between 4 and 5 hours. The route through the via ferrata takes 2 to 3 hours and the descent on foot about 45 minutes, and to that you must add the technical explanation, the equipment check, and the approach.
It depends on the variant that ends up being done. The official difficulty of the route is D, with very difficult sections at the bridge, the Esperó de la Tosquera, and the ladder. The guides grade it as K4 or K5 depending on the chosen itinerary.
16 years old. It is a long route with athletic sections, so a higher minimum age is required than in introductory via ferratas.
Yes. In summer, it is advisable to leave early because the wall receives sun for much of the day and there is little shade. In case of rain or wet rock, the outing is postponed, because the grip worsens significantly.