Molí dels Murris Waterfall
The volcanic area of La Garrotxa is a natural park known in Catalunya for its special geology with extinct volcanic mountains and petrified lava rivers. Today the area is quite luxuriant with dense vegetation along an abundance of rivers and streams that converge in torrents with waterfalls and pools of crystal clear water.
The area surrounding the village of Les Planes d’Hostoles is rich in such natural bathing pools that have been used in films and commercials. One of the most renowned location is Molí dels Murris with it’s beauty and peaceful surroundings. The first encounter with its turquoise waters is breathtaking.
Tourist office and parking: 42.06096, 2.53562
Molí dels Murris Waterfall: 42.073119, 2.542773
Gorg de la Plana Entrance: 42.063481, 2.529622
Guide:
There are a few trekking routes that cover a vast area and intersect with this location. However the shortest path to follow is from the Tourist Office just outside of the Les Planes d’Hostoles village. Here there’s also a small parking.
The easy path is signposted and it will take aprox 40 minutes to reach Molí dels Murris. It is worth mentioning that nearby the Tourist Office there is an equally recommended place: Gorg de la Plana. According to some, arriving here is like entering a fairy tale.