Introduction
The balma, the mill and the Molí-bernat jump
It is a short but intense route that, despite the difficulty of the way down, will take us to one of the main points of interest in Tavertet and to one of the most impressive waterfalls in the country. The balma's setting, the jump and the remains of the mill make up one of the most attractive and unique places in the region.
If you want to see the jump in all its glory, we recommend doing the route after rains, despite the added difficulty of the mud you can find on the way down.
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TypologyTime Circular
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DifficultyMedian
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Duration1 hour
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Slope252.00 meters
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Distance2.94 km
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ThemeFlora and faunaGeologia
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ActivityBy foot
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Rating
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Description
The balma, the mill and the Molí-bernat jump
The route has its starting point right in front of Tavertet town hall, and follows Jaume Balmes street until we reach the sports area, where we will turn right in a meadow to find the Tunes slope .
Cingle de les Tunes descent is very steep and although not excessively difficult, we must be especially careful, even more, if we are going with children. We will take advantage of the descent to admire a beautiful wet oak forest, as we approach the Molí-bernat jump.
Once in the Balma de les Corts, the landscape that surrounds us is spectacular, the vegetation, the jump, the stream and the mill, make this one of the most magical places in the region. We will take the opportunity to learn about the fauna that inhabits this wonderful corner and also the history of the mill.
The way back takes us following the stream of Molí-bernat to the bridge that hbas the same name. From here we will go up the "Rocal de la Fontanella" and as we get closer to Tavertet, we will walk between agricultural fields until we reach the town centre.
Tips
ROUTE
- The descent from the Cingle de les Tunes has a steep slope and some slippery sections.
- The trail before reaching the balma can be a bit muddy.
- We will climb up to the mill with the help of wooden steps.
WATER
- Fountains only in the village.
WARNINGS
- Wear long pants in the summer. There are nettles by the water.
- Be careful going down especially in winter and after rains, it can be slippery in some sections.
- Mud on the road if it has rained.
- Watch out for the mill debris.
- Even if the path is short, the slope is steep.
- FOLLOW THE ROUTE OFF-LINE: There is no coverage in the Balma area and the GPS signal is quite bad.
WEATHER
- It is advisable to go after rains to see the jump. We don't recommend it while it's raining.
LAND
- Paths well signalled the vast majority of the route.
- The descent and ascent to the Molí-bernat jump is strong.
- Some stretch of road above the cliff.
- Corrioles that can be lost due to vegetation growth reaching the balma.
MATERIAL
- Sun protection on summer days.
- Binoculars if you like bird watching. Camera.
Hasta llegar al molà no tienes perdida,pero una vez pasas por debajo del salto de agua la señalización es nula,es una lástima porque la verdad que el entorno es muy bonito