Like so many villages they were connected by a railway line which was closed in the name of progress and the route was turned into a Via Verde, Green Way. It is used extensively today by walkers and cyclists. The old stations still exist even though they are often far from the village they relate to.
The old railway line winds it's way through some very beautiful scenery...
...and I'm sure that if the railway existed today, it would be well used.
We can see light at the end of the tunnel but shortly after that, there's another tunnel!
A short distance from the station we come to La Fontcalda down in the river valley.
Here there is a sanctuary which is documented from the 14th century and is now a popular tourist destination. During Easter and the summer months there is a hotel with bar and restaurant closeby. The church is the 3rd that has existed on this site and dates from 1753.
The name La Fontcalda is taken from the local spring which provides medicinal mineral rich water.
All the tunnels, cuttings and bridges still exist for this railway line - why not bring it back?
And then more people would be able to see these fantastic views!
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