Anoia is a land rich in water and stories. For centuries, the river has been the lifeblood that turns wheels, powers machines and brings crafts to life, showing us how people used to work in the past. Along the Via Blava, you will find villages and corners where the industrial past lives on: old paper mills, factory colonies, tanneries, and museums that take you on a journey through time.

Anoia is a region to be discovered step by step, along rivers and trails, but also tasted at the table. Its gastronomy reflects an agricultural and livestock land, marked by the balance between tradition and creativity. No need for great artifices: typical dishes of Anoia are born from local products, cooked with simplicity and wisdom. A landscape that enters through the eyes and stays on the palate.

If you like walking or cycling surrounded by nature, history and charming landscapes, Anoia is your paradise. Right next to the Via Blava, there are plenty of routes that will take you to medieval castles, hidden springs, spectacular viewpoints and paths full of stories. Whether you are looking for a quiet walk or a challenge on wheels, here are 10 suggestions to discover the territory at your own pace.

Can you imagine discovering a region crowned by hills and castles that have witnessed more than a thousand years of history? In Anoia, the castles are not just witnesses to the past: they are vantage points that conceal legends, majestic architecture and landscapes that break the silence of time.

Get in shape, while enjoying the freedom of running in nature, whenever and wherever you want, without fees or schedules and without depending on other people. This is trail running, and we have one of the best places in the world to practice it right here: the Berguedà region. It would take you more than a lifetime to complete all the routes the region has to offer, so we have selected 5 of different difficulty levels for you here. Are you in?

Get ready to explore (or re-explore!) enchanting spots that are steeped in history, nature, culture and authenticity. They are just a stone’s throw from Barcelona and have so much to offer. Here are 10 ideas to fill you with energy and make you want to hit the road!