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  Garrotxa - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Garrotxa is a comarca (county) in Catalonia, Spain.
The high humidity of Garrotxa contrasts with the that of the neighboring comarques.
Alta Garrotxa and the east part of the comarca have typically Mediterranean climate and vegetation; the rest has a sub-Mediterranean climate, tending toward an Atlantic climate in the most humid areas.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Garrotxa   (642 words)

  
 Walking Holidays - Garrotxa, Spain
The Garrotxa is a little-known corner of Catalonia, between the Pyrenees and the coast.
Starting in the Pyrenees, in the village of Molló, the Pyrenees to the Garrotxa Walk leads down from the mountains through the heart of the Garrotxa Alta, and into the Garrotxa Baja, whose landscapes are noticeably softer.
Among the 143 species of bird that are known to inhabit the Garrotxa, woodland birds such as the nuthatch, tawny owl, peregrine falcon, short-toed treecreeper, goshawk and great spotted woodpecker are particularly common, while short-toed eagles and Bonelli's warblers are frequent summer visitors.
www.inntravel.co.uk /walking/garrotxa.htm   (581 words)

  
 Pyrenees Guide .com - garrotxa tourism travel guide   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-10)
Garrotxa region - Garrotxa, one of Girona's most verdant regions, features an exceptional Volcanic Area, with 30 craters and a protected space of over 12,000 hectares.
Garrotxa Natural Park - Castellfollit de la Roca is the gateway to the Natural Park of the Volcanic Area of the Garrotxa, the finest example of volcanic scenery in Spain and Portugal, and one of the most important in Europe.
Santa Pau - Santa Pau is a truly delightful 13 century village which lies in the Garrotxa Natural Park - a mountainous region of great geological interest and a favourite haunt for conservationists due to the lush and varied plant and animal life to be found in its forests of beech and evergreen oaks.
www.pyreneesguide.com /subs.asp?sID=270&cID=51   (516 words)

  
 Hiking cultural tour in Spain, Travel in Catalonia, Garrotxa Volcanic Natural Park, Girona and Pyrenees.
La Garrotxa is a region in the pre-Pyrenees in the north of Catalonia, well-known for its natural beauty, with a volcanic natural park, rural villages and scenery of an unusual and special beauty.
La Garrotxa is a Catalan "comarca" situated an hour and a half away from Barcelona and close to the Pyrenees.
This school was formed in Olot and is based on realist paintings of rural scenes from La Garrotxa as well as of the people with their costumes and traditions in the rural environment with backgrounds of local scenery.
www.agama.net /gareng.htm   (2360 words)

  
 Spanish property in Girona - Zones and Maps - Spain
A volcanic inland area of Catalunya, La Garrotxa is charaterised by its lush meadows and its surprisingly untouched medieval villages.
Alta Garrotxa is a rugged wilderness of crags and gullies and untamed vegetation whilst Baixa Garrotxa has lush meadows and forested mountains.
Scattered along the floor of one of the prettiest valleys in the Eastern pyrenees, the village is surrounded by a handful of hamlets and scattered farmhouses.
www.property-net-girona.com /zones/la_garrotxa.html   (1736 words)

  
 Comarques de Catalunya: Garrotxa   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-10)
La primera, feréstega i de relleu difícil, amb poca vegetació, i plena de congostos, avencs i coves, dóna nom a la comarca -Garrotxa = terra aspra i trencada-, i és un paradís per als excursionistes; la Baixa Garrotxa, de serres suaus i clotades volcàniques, és més planera, amb prats abundants i corrents d'aigua.
La Garrotxa conté la zona volcànica més important de la península Ibèrica; té més de 40 cons volcànics que havien entrat en erupció en èpoques prehistòriques, alguns de dimensions considerables, com el de Santa Margarida i el Montsacopa.
Les valls de la Garrotxa ofereixen un paisatge ple d'esglesioles i monestirs romànics, sobretot a la vall de Bianya, a la vall d'en Bas i a Beget, on l'església romànica -declarada monument nacional- conserva la "Majestat de Beget", una talla romànica de gran valor artístic.
www.xtec.es /recursos/socials/comarca/garrotxa.htm   (459 words)

  
 Walking Holidays - Spain - Pyrenees to the Garrotxa
The warm, wooded hills of the Garrotxa lead down towards the sea from the great peaks of the Pyrenees, and mark the transition from the mountain to the Mediterranean landscape.
Of the thirty or so cones in the Garrotxa, the Croscat volcano was the last one to erupt some 11,500 years ago.
Similar holidays: Garrotxa to the Mediterranean (grade 2), Catalan Pyrenees (grade 2-3), Mountains of Southern Catalonia (grades 2 and 3), The Mountains of Alicante (grade 2), Andalucia's Tranquil Heartland (grade 2)
www.inntravel.co.uk /walking/guides/garrotxa.htm   (1197 words)

  
 Buy your Garrotxa Spanish Cheese here.   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-10)
This goat’s milk cheese was once produced solely in the Garrotxa area of Catalonia.
This is the area of Pyrenees region of Spain that is furthest to the East, lying right on the shores of the Mediterranean Sea.
Garrotxa has a white interior with a very creamy texture that is surrounded by a natural mold rind.
www.egourmetchef.com /cheese/garrotxa.htm   (281 words)

  
 Garrotxa by Di Bruno Bros.
Garrotxa is made from the milk of Catalonian goats in the traditional manners dating back to the 17th century.
Garrotxa is delicate in flavor, not too goaty, and carries with it clean, soft aroma.
Mildly acidic and herby, the 7 inch diameter wheels ash colored with a felty, rustic feel.
www.dibruno.com /Detail.bok?no=485   (84 words)

  
 Garrotxa - Viquipèdia
La Garrotxa és una comarca pre-pirinenca que limita amb les comarques del Ripollès, Osona, la Selva, el Gironès, el Pla de l'Estany, l'Alt Empordà i el Vallespir.
La Garrotxa contrasta amb les comarques veïnes per l'elevada humitat.
La zona volcànica de la Garrotxa es troba situada als Pirineus orientals, on hi ha una quarantena de cons volcànics, en bon estat de conservació i amb importants corrents de lava basàltica.
ca.wikipedia.org /wiki/Garrotxa   (778 words)

  
 El CIT d'OLOT a Internet
The CIT promotes and organizes activities that should allow Olot and the county of La Garrotxa to become a magnet for visitors to and from Catalonia.
This is why the Festa d'elecció i proclamació de la pubilla i l'hereu de la Garrotxa (festival of proclamation of the Heir and Heiress of La Garrotxa) and two occasions deeply rooted in the villagers, namely, Mother's Day and the Junior Painting Contest are organized every year.
Since 2006 it has organized the prize-proclamation ceremony for Garrotxa's Outstanding Character of the Year, in recognition to those who achieved the best for society in La Garrotxa.
www.citolot.com /ENG   (240 words)

  
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It is located within the Natural Park of the Volcanic Area of La Garrotxa.
It is a place to relax while enjoying the Catalan traditions.
Near the house, there are good communications; it is 1 km from Olot, perfectly placed to enjoy La Garrotxa, the East Pyrenees and the Costa Brava.
www.masmolera.com /angles/la_masia.asp   (245 words)

  
 Garrotxa.com: Canal dinàmic
Empresa de transports nacionals i internacionals, amb seu a Olot (La Garrotxa - Girona) i al CIM del Vallès (terme de Santa Perpètua de Mogoda (BCN))
Se celebrarà al recinte firal, ubicat a l'antiga estació d'Olot (La Garrotxa - Girona), els dies 17, 18 i 19 d'octubre de 1998.
L'origen del Festival de Música i Dansa de les Preses(La Garrotxa - Girona) es troba en el Festival Internacional de Música i Dansa de Cantonigros.
www.garrotxa.com /info/canal2.htm   (360 words)

  
 Rural accommodation in Catalunya (Spain). Sel-catering accommodation in farmhouse. What to do
It is included in the Natural Park of the Volcanic Zone of La Garrotxa.
Nine kilometres north in the impressive Alta Garrotxa, you will find the medieval village of Oix, with its castle and church.
The town of Olot is included into the Natural Park of Volcanic Zone of la Garrotxa.
www.ruralsholidays.com /Ing_Lleure.html   (2658 words)

  
 mas Cabrafiga - LA GARROTXA /www.turismerural.com
Cattle farm with organic cultivation since 1989, between Olot and Camprodon, not very far from the Natural Volcanic Park of The Garrotxa.
We have bicycles for hire and plenty of information about cultural activities or adventure sports like hot air ballooning, climbing, canoeing or archery.
The nearest ski resort, Vallter 2000, is some 40Km away, and we are 13 Km from Olot (25.000 pop), capital of the Garrotxa with two museums and many art galleries.
www.turismerural.com /casarural/garrotxa/CabraFig/TexteA.htm   (385 words)

  
 Rustic Spanish delicacy from out of the past
Their milk is pooled and pasteurized, then transformed into a 1- to 1 1/2-kilo round with a thin but hard brownish-gray natural rind.
The cheese is aged a minimum of three weeks but it will be several weeks farther along by the time it reaches California shelves, and you may find it at different stages of maturity.
In creating Garrotxa, named for a Pyrenees town, these young Spaniards were resurrecting an indigenous cheese that had all but disappeared.
www.sfgate.com /cgi-bin/article.cgi?file=/chronicle/archive/2003/01/16/WI187104.DTL   (356 words)

  
 mas Molera - LA GARROTXA /www.turismerural.com
The house is surrounded by very old oak trees, fields and meadows.
Located between the city of Olot and the village of Castellfollit de la Roca.
It is 1Km from Olot, perfectly placed to enjoy La Garrotxa, the Pyrenees Oriental and the Costa Brava.
www.turismerural.com /casarural/garrotxa/molera/texte_a.htm   (123 words)

  
 Zona volcànica de la Garrotxa- Medi Ambient i Habitatge   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-10)
Zona volcànica de la Garrotxa- Medi Ambient i Habitatge
Projecte de decret de modificació dels límits del Parc Natural de la Zona Volcànica de la Garrotxa, de declaració de reserves naturals parcials i de concreció topogràfica de l'àmbit territorial del Parc Natural i de les seves reserves naturals.
Formació turística i educativa pel coneixement de la Garrotxa.
mediambient.gencat.net /cat/el_medi/parcs_de_catalunya/garrotxa   (197 words)

  
 Olot, Catalonia, Spain - The Volcanic Catalan Capital of Garrotxa
Olot, Capital of the Catalonian Garrotxa region is equidistant from Girona, Figueres and Ripoll.
This was renovated after the earthquake and has a plain exterior but an impressive baroque Verge del Roser wooden altar-piece.
The most important museum in Olot is the Museu Comarcial de la Garrotxa, which is filled with many great landscapes and sculptures by Casas, Clara and Blay.
www.canyellespetites.com /places-olot.htm   (353 words)

  
 Group travel » Hotel Alta Garrotxa
Once you’ve passed Besalu, you will get to Argelaguer, where you will see the exit for Tortella on the right.
Located in the middle of the village of Tortella in the Alta Garrotxa, this hotel is completely renewed, offering lodging in comfortable rooms with private bathroom, heating, air-conditioning, TV and telephone.
Furthermore, you will have a complete breakfast buffet and a private, closed parking at your disposal.
www.grouptravels.com /?p=3330   (239 words)

  
 TurismeGarrotxa.com - Turismo Garrotxa - Tierra de Volcanes
La Garrotxa es una tierra de contrastes donde encontrarás mil y un paisajes.
Descubre la Garrotxa a través de 151 visitas y 28 excursiones (15/06/2006)
¡Descubre la Garrotxa a través de 151 visitas y 28 excursiones guiadas!
www.agtat.es /spa/index.asp   (206 words)

  
 Garrotxa de Cabra   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-10)
Price: $17.00 1/2 lb handcut wedge Garrotxa de Cabra
Price: $47.00 Half Wheel (1.5 lbs) Garrotxa de Cabra
Price: $86.00 1 Wheel (3 lbs) Garrotxa de Cabra
www.worldsfoods.com /view.asp?prod_ID=2966   (130 words)

  
 :: GarrotxaRural.com - Turisme rural de la Garrotxa ::
:: GarrotxaRural.com - Turisme rural de la Garrotxa ::
Allotjaments rurals a la comarca de la Garrotxa.
Casas rurales en la comarca de la Garrotxa.
www.garrotxarural.com   (25 words)

  
 Garrotxa Region books, find the lowest prices
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Esglesies Romaniques : 105 Testimonis Arquitectonics De La Historia De La Garrotxa
Una Lectura Geografico-Humanista Del Paisatge De La Garrotxa
www.allbookstores.com /Garrotxa_Region.html   (187 words)

  
 Amazon.com: Rutas y paseos por la Garrotxa: Books: Jesús Avila Granados   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-10)
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www.amazon.com /Rutas-y-paseos-por-Garrotxa/dp/8487187889   (394 words)

  
 Cataluña a través del románico: Gironès - Garrotxa (1971)   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-10)
Cataluña a través del románico: Gironès - Garrotxa (1971)
Cataluña a través del románico: Gironès - Garrotxa
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www.imdb.com /title/tt0169670   (162 words)

  
 Epicurean Picnic | Spanish Garrotxa   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-10)
A distinct pasteurized goat's milk cheese, Garrotxa (gar-ROACH-uh) is a gray-rinded, felt-textured disk.
Inside is mild yet complex-flavored cheese with hints of hazelnuts and mildly herbal undertones.
To order or inquire about available inventory, please call toll free at (800) 297-1833 or local at (805) 693-9212
www.epicureanpicnic.com /cheeses/spanish3.html   (55 words)

  
 Leeks Romesco with Crumbled Garrotxa Cheese Recipe | Food & Wine   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-10)
Leeks Romesco with Crumbled Garrotxa Cheese Recipe
TOTAL TIME: 1 HR Inspired by a traditional Catalan dish that pairs tangy romesco sauce with a sweet Spanish green onion, this salad highlights the mildly earthy flavor of Garrotxa, a semisoft Catalan goat's-milk cheese.
MAKE AHEAD The romesco sauce can be refrigerated for up to 4 days and the cooked leeks can be refrigerated overnight.
foodandwine.com /recipes/leeks-romesco-with-crumbled-garrotxa-cheese   (523 words)

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