How to drive the scenic road to Collada Fonda in Girona?
Collada Fonda is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 1.911m (6,269ft) above sea level, located in Girona, in Spain.
Where is Collada Fonda?
The pass is located in the comarca of Ripollès in Catalonia, in the northern part of the country near the French border.
Is Collada Fonda unpaved?
The road to the summit is totally unpaved. It’s a rural road without asphalting but in very good condition. Speed is limited to 30 km/h.
How long is the road through Collada Fonda?
The road to the summit is 20.3 km (12.61 miles) long and runs between Espinavell and Setcases, two very beautiful towns of the area.
How steep is the road to Collada Fonda?
Starting from Espinavell (GIV-5225 road), the ascent is 9.3 km long. The elevation gain is 711 meters, and the average gradient is 7.64%. Starting from Setcases (C771 road), the ascent is 10.6 km long. The elevation gain is 446 meters, and the average gradient is 4.20%.
When is the best time to drive the road through Collada Fonda?
Set high in the Pyrenees mountain range, the road is recommended from late spring to early fall, since you’ll travel through mountain roads where snow is common. Along the way, you can enjoy the high mountain environment typical of the Pyrenees.
Is Collada Fonda worth the drive?
The drive is very scenic and totally worth it. The summit offers stunning 360º views and magnificent views of the Canigó massif.
Pic: Dani Fenix Siete