Discover the Sobrarbe-Pirineos Geopark
- Visitor centre
- The Geopark Map
- Geology walking trails
- GR 1 Geopark Interpretation Centre
- GR 2 Aínsa: a town between two rivers.
- GR 3 Geology: A bird's eye view
- GR 4 Inside the canyon
- GR 5 Breath-taking landscapes of water and rock
- GR 6 Sobrarbe at your feet
- GR 7 Crossing the Jánovas Gully
- GR 8 Iron Age Elements
- GR 9 Whims of water for lonely mountaineers
- GR 10 A lake among the oldest rocks in Sobrarbe
- GR 11 The hidden lake
- GR 12 A road with tradition
- GR 13 privileged vantagepoint
- GR 14 Secrets of the Guara Mountains
- GR 15 Geology for the Saint
- GR 16 A passage between two worlds
- GR 17 Water inside the Earth
- GR 18 The Jewel of Cotiella
- GR 19 Treasures of the Posets-Maladeta
- PN 1 Ordesa Valley
- PN 2 Mount Perdido
- PN 3 Brecha de Roland
- PN 4 Cutas Viewpoints
- PN 5 La Larri
- PN 6 Balcon de Pineta
- PN 7 Añisclo Canyon (lower part)
- PN 8 Añisclo Canyon (upper part)
- PN 9 Circuit Añisclo Canyon
- PN 10 Escuaín Valley
- PN 11 Otal Valley
- Roadside Geological route
- Geological routes on muntain bike
- Geo-mining Trail
- The Sorrosal Cascade
- Geoconservation , everyone´s responsibility
- Megalithic Routes of the Geopark
- Patrimonio Mundial en el Geoparque
- Ordesa-Viñamala Biosphere Reserve
- Didactic resources
- Areas of geological interest
- Sobrarbe Museum of Paleontology
- Locally sourced Sobrarbe produce
- Friends of the Geopark
GR 3 Geology: A bird's eye view
Samitier castle and hermitages
Sobrarbe is a territory where geology, landscape and man are closely related. Samitier Castle and the Hermitage of San Emeterio and San Celedonio, located next to each other on top of a natural vantage point, are a good example.
From their dizzying position, they used to guard the access to Sobrarbe and offer some of the most spectacular panoramic views of the Geopark. Hanging over the Entremón Gorge, with the River Cinca almost 400 metres below, the views include Cotiella, Mount Montañesa, the Mount Perdido massif and the Mediano Reservoir. Almost a thousand years have passed since work began on the construction of this religious and defensive site. lthough the inhabitants of the area were unable to understand how these mountains had been formed, they did know how to make the most of the terrain; in this case, to look out for and defend themselves from their enemies. Today we can explain how this terrain took shape and what geological processes originated them, combining natural and cultural history in a single visit while surrounded by spectacular scenery. Indeed, the views from the religious-defensive fortress of Samitier are well-worth a visit.You only need to download the pdf of Geo-Route GR 3 Geology: A bird's eye view
PRACTICAL INFORMATION
- Route: Samitier-Samitier Castle and Church of Saint Emeterio and Saint Celedonio.
- Type of Route: linear (return along the same route).
- Difficulty level: low The route is easy as it runs along a good path. The passage from the chapel to the castle (access to Stop 4) is not recommended for people with a fear of heights, although it does not involve any technical difficulty.
- Duration: 2 hours out and 1.5 hours return.
- Length: 7 kilometres (return)
- Gradient: 250 metre climb (only on the way out).
- Starting point: The town of Samitier. There is parking space for several vehicles in the square.
- Comments: Some of the main attractions of this route are the views and, although it is interesting on cloudy or foggy days, it is advisable to take this route in clear weather. RELATED GEO-ROUTES: this route can be complemented with Geo-Route 4, which visits the Entremón Canyon.
- Safe visits, unforgettable experiences. There are companies who collaborate with the Geopark where you can hire specialized guides to make your tour a unique and safe experience.
- Respect the geological outcrops. Do not break off samples of rock, mineral or fossils; anly take the loose pieces
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