Turó d'en Galceran, Mountain summit in Serra de Marina, Spain
Turó d'en Galceran is a summit in the Serra de Marina with an elevation of 484 meters, formed from porphyry rock. The landscape around it slopes naturally from the peak, revealing a dramatic geological profile that changes with the seasons and light.
The summit holds a geodesic point that contributed to the measurement of the Paris meridian and the definition of the meter. This scientific connection links the mountain to 19th-century European efforts in mapping and standardizing measurements.
The peak served as a fire monitoring station for the surrounding region, and visitors can still sense this practical role when standing at the watchtower. The location remains a place where people come to observe the landscape and understand how communities protected their forests.
The GR92 hiking trail leads to the summit, with the climb taking around 90 minutes from the start. Sturdy footwear is advisable, and visitors should bring water since the exposed terrain offers little shelter.
The location is an excellent vantage point for observing raptors during migration periods, with several species passing overhead throughout the year. Information panels installed by the Natural Parks Network help visitors identify the different birds and learn about their migration patterns.
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