The old walls and gardens all interconnect to form a network of pathways over and on the walls for a great view of the area.It is possible to go at your own pace and cover only the areas that strike your fancy, or stamina range, which makes it an unusually adaptable walk. The area does feel more like a random walk, though, as there is little information available on site about the things you see and walk on/around.Nonetheless, as a person who likes narrow doorways and greenery and varying elevations, this was a great place to spend my time. It is not a one-stop, awe-inspiring location, but the fun is in the aimless wandering and the inevitable question "what's over there?". Naturally, it is best if you have ample time such that you need not think about it at all.There is no distinct point of entry, because it really is an open area. I went in through the University of Girona's campus and came out behind the Cathedral.
It's a bit of a walk up with stairs, but the views are lovely. Its a great defence strategy that seems to attract lots of tourists. The history behind it is very interesting. Leads nicely towards the cathedral.
Lovely views of Girona and the surrounding area, spoilt by almost treading in dog dirt which was right in the centre of the path
Great views. Prepare for a challenging ascent and descent, but otherwise an easy walk. Good photo ops too.
Great way to see the city and surrounding area, well worth the effort. Good exercise and free too! Perfect pre lunch then to a restaurant in the Jewish quarter
If you are in Girona you must go to this spot. It's free and has the best view of the entire city and the mountains in the distance.
We went from right to left, as it were, mainly uphill therefore. Great to see the whole city and a perspective you just don't get at ground level. Maybe worth doing both ways, as views quite different. There's also a really good walk outside the walls. On the dislike side, the towers along the way are obviously used by rough sleepers who are also rough toileters! Very unpleasant.
You can't miss this and if you do, you'll have missed what makes Girona so memorable. The views and the feeling of history under your feet is remarkable and I highly suggest starting from the gardens and going to the river where at the bottom of the steps you'll find a little kids park. Just as you are entering the park, on your right hand side you will see what looks like a cement structure with a metal door with a staircase leading down. there is a sign posted noting it was once of the many bomb shelters built during the beginning of the Spanish revolution when the rebels were bombing Girona. Most people will miss this but any of you WWII buffs will appreciate it.
We were lucking staying at the same level as the cathedral meant we did not have to climb very far to start the walk. I believe a lot of effort has been made to make this walk safe and enjoyable, although the surface is coble stone in places, the walkways are very good. The view are brilliant and you can see for miles, and as a previous poster has said its a good preamble to lunch.
We thought the old walls were about average. Not much of a view from the section behind the Cathedral. The ruined gate? complex really needs some signage and explanations. Girona really dropped the ball on that one.