Dry Canyoning

Barranc Pou de la Portella

Half day · Montserrat Tarragona

Barranc Pou de la Portella

Experience a unique adventure at the crossroads of canyoning and caving at Pou de la Portella! Hidden in the spectacular western sector of Montserrat near Can Maçana, this intermediate-level descent is a true hidden gem. Offering incredibly efficient logistics—a brief 30-minute approach and a comfortable 20-minute flat return hike via the Guirló pass—the approach trail alone is a scenic masterpiece where you will marvel at Montserrat’s iconic conglomerate spires like La Cadireta, La Foradada, and La Bandereta. After tackling a fun, short scramble up the Portella pass, we will gear up at the starting point. What makes Pou de la Portella unforgettable is its thrilling multi-sport nature: a key section of the descent takes you completely inside a dark cave system, where we will switch on our headlamps to navigate the subterranean world! The technical course features 4 vertical rappels, building up to an epic 35-meter grand finale that drops into an exciting free-hanging aerial section. Looking for a mysterious, thrilling, and highly unique vertical experience close to Barcelona? Book your spot on our website today and turn on your headlamps at Pou de la Portella!