SEPTEMBER 2022 : SPAIN : Poblet to Rojals : 12km - 7 hours

Breakfast on the terrace.

The Cadet family have run this hotel for four generations

Bags transferred

First port of call the Cistercian Abbey of Santa Maria de Poblet built in 1151, surrounded by grape vines.

Today’s walk - Poblet to Rojals - 12kms

I was delighted/relieved when Mark said he’d come with me, despite his knees still lacking mobility. We had the GPX program to support us but there were a few awkward moments of deciding which path and direction.

Much of the path was shaded in the morning. Mixed track with lots of rocky scree sections.

Mark found the walk very challenging - sensitive knees, 30 degree heat and lack of fitness (his admission)

For me, it was what I expected and it was a pleasant day’s walk.

A bit of colour



Some fascinating industries in the forest

This is an old  ice storage man-made cave

Water storage, charcoal production

Forestry building in Catalan Modernism style

Major success today was discovering a minor path that led to La Pena Mirador (lookout)



Excellent view of the Abbey

In the afternoon walking towards Rojas we were impressed with the views of the mountains



First view of Rojas - still a long rocky climb



Then, relieved to have arrived at our destination. Mark struggling with the heat towards the end. We realised that our Casa Rural was another half an hour down a dusty road.

But what a Casa Rural! We have cancelled our walk tomorrow and will luxuriate here. More photos to follow. 

M&M