Collserola Natural Park

城市概覽

Collserola is a vast green oasis that provides a serene escape from the bustling city of Barcelona. Covering over 8,000 hectares, it is one of the largest metropolitan parks in the world. Visitors can explore lush forests, picturesque valleys, and diverse flora and fauna. With numerous well-marked trails, it's a paradise for hikers, cyclists, and nature enthusiasts. The park also offers breathtaking panoramic views of Barcelona and the surrounding coastline.

1 Collserola Natural Park Visitor Center (Collserola Park Information Office), Carretera de l'Església, 92, [email protected]. This visitor center provides comprehensive information about Collserola Natural Park, including maps, trail recommendations, and details about the park's flora and fauna. Knowledgeable staff are available to answer questions and assist with trip planning. (updated Sep 2023) 2 Vallvidrera reservoir interpretation space (Espai d'interpretació del pantà de Vallvidrera), Camí del Pantà, s/n - Vallvidrera, ☏ +34 93 280 35 52. (updated Jul 2026) 3 Park Information Center (Centre d'Informació del Parc), Crta. de l'Esglèsia 92 - Crta. Vallvidrera-Sant Cugat, Km. 4,7, ☏ +34 93 280 35 52. (updated Jul 2026)

History Collserola has a rich history dating back centuries. Its name originates from the Latin phrase "Collis Cereoli," meaning "Hill of Cereus." The park's terrain has witnessed human settlements, from ancient Iberian tribes to medieval hermitages. The historic Sant Medir hermitage and Tibidabo amusement park are notable landmarks within the park. In 1987, Collserola was designated as a natural park, preserving its ecological and historical significance.

Landscape

The park's landscape is a captivating blend of Mediterranean vegetation, featuring oak and pine forests, and rugged mountains. The highest peak, Tibidabo, offers panoramic vistas of Barcelona. Collserola's diverse terrain is home to an array of wildlife, including wild boars, foxes, and numerous bird species. The park'

如何抵達

Collserola Natural Park is conveniently accessible from Barcelona. The easiest way to reach the park is by taking public transportation.

By train From the city center, hop on the Ferrocarrils de la Generalitat de Catalunya S1 S2 train lines, which connect directly to park entrances like Vallvidrera, Les Planes, or Baixador de Vallvidrera. The FGC stations are well-connected to the city's metro system, making it a seamless journey.

1 Peu del Funicular FGC station. This station connects with Vallvidrera cablecar. (updated Jul 2026) 2 Les Planes FGC station. (updated Jul 2026) 3 La Floresta FGC station. (updated Jul 2026) 4 Sant Cugat Centre FGC station. (updated Jul 2026)

By car If you prefer to drive, Collserola is accessible via various highways, with parking facilities available at various points around the park. The park in surrounded by the urban motorway B-20 in the southeast, by the B-23 in the southwest, the AP-7 in the northwestand the C-58 in the northeast. Visitors can also opt for guided tours or join local hiking groups for a more immersive experience. Collserola's accessibility ensures that nature lovers can escape the urban hustle and bustle of Barcelona within minutes.

Cablecar There are 2 cablacars to the upper side of the park, Vallviderera and Tibidabo.

5 Tibidabo Cablecar (funicular del Tibidabo), Plaça Doctor Andreu, Barcelona. Lower station. You can get to the lower station with a bus (TibiBus T2C) in Plaça Kennedy . In Plaça Dr.Andreu is dificult to park your car. (updated Feb 2024) 6 Tibidabo Cablecar (funicular del Tibidabo), Plaça Tibidabo. upper station (updated Feb 2024) 7 Vallvidrera Cablecar (funicular de Vallvidrera), Avinguda de Vallvidrera. Lower station. Access by FDG trains. There is no parking in the area. (updated Feb 2024) 8 Vallvidrera Cablecar (funicular de Vallvidrera), Carrer de les Alberes, Vallvidrera. upper station (updated Feb 2024)

當地交通

Have in mind that the park is a mountain-range so all roads that cross it are mountain roads with a lot of curves and climbs ,up to near 500 m (1,600 ft), and descends.

BV-1415 carretera de Cerdanyola Carretera del Cementiri de Collserola BP-1417 carretera de San Cugat a Barcelona or carretera de la Rabassada BV1462 carretera de Vallvidrera BV1468 carretera de Molins de rei a Vallvidrera BP-1418 Carretera de Vallvidrera al Tibidabo

Parking

On the City 9 Parking BSM Sant Genís - Vall d'Hebron, Pg. de la Vall d'Hebron, 138-176, Barcelona. Designated parking to access Tibidabo. From here you take the bus TibiBus T2B and then the Cablecar. Paid parking. (updated Jul 2026)

On BP-1418 Carretera de Vallvidrera al Tibidabo 10 Parking Cami can Borni, Carretera del Tibidabo, Sant Genís dels Agudells. Free. (updated Mar 2025) 11 Parking Tibidabo, 36-34, Camí de Vallvidrera al Tibidabo, el Tibidabo. Use this parking if you want to acces the Tibidabo amusement park. Paid parking. (updated Mar 2025)

On BP-1417 carretera de San Cugat a Barcelona or carretera de la Rabassada 12 Parking Vista Rica, Vista Rica, Carretera de Sant Cugat, Sant Genís dels Agudells. free. (updated Mar 2025) 13 Parking de la Font Groga, Carretera de Sant Cugat a Barcelona. free. (updated Mar 2025) 14 Parking Cami de sant Medir, Carretera de Sant Cugat a Barcelona. (updated Mar 2025)

On BV-1415 carretera de Cerdanyola 15 Parking Mirador d'Horta, Carretera Antiga d'Horta a Cerdanyola. (updated Mar 2025) 16 Parking Forat del Vent, Carretera d'Horta a Cerdanyola. free. (updated Mar 2025) 17 parking Mirador de Cerdanyola, Carretera d'Horta a Cerdanyola. free. (updated Mar 2025) 18 Parking Font del Jeroni, Carretera d'Horta a Cerdanyola. (updated Mar 2025) 19 Parking Can Coll (Àrea de Lleure de Can Coll). (updated Mar 2025)

On BV1468 carretera de Molins de rei a Vallvidrera 20 Parking Turó d'en Corts, Carretera de la Santa Creu d'Olorda. free. (updat

必看景點

Tibidabo area 1 Tibidabo Mountain amusement park, Plaça Tibidabo, 3-4, 08035 Barcelona, ☏ +34 932 117 942. Varies by attraction. Tibidabo is a popular attraction with stunning vistas, an historic amusement park, and the iconic Sagrat Cor church. Ticket prices vary. (updated Sep 2023) 2 Collserola Tower (Torre de Collserola), Carretera de Vallvidrera al Tibidabo, ☏ +34 93 406 9354. Varies by season. An iconic telecommunications tower, accessible by a funicular railway, with an observation deck offering panoramic views of Barcelona The Collserola Tower provides breathtaking views of Barcelona and the surrounding region, along with a unique architectural design. Ticket prices vary. (updated Sep 2023) 3 Fabra Observatory (Observatori Fabra), Camí de l'Observatori, s/n, ☏ +34 934 175 736. Observatori Fabra provides a unique opportunity to explore the wonders of the night sky and astronomy. (updated Sep 2023) 4 Vallvidrera village, Vallvidrera. It's a small village on top of the mountainrange. (updated Jul 2026)

West side 5 La Salut Hermitage (Erm