Turó de la Magarola, Mountain summit in Serra de Collserola, Spain.
Turó de la Magarola is a mountain summit in the Serra de Collserola where the borders of Barcelona, Cerdanyola del Vallès, and Sant Cugat del Vallès meet. A wooden observation platform with information panels stands at the peak, offering open views across the surrounding hills.
The name Magarola first appeared in documents from 985 referring to an area near Sant Cugat del Vallès. Over centuries, the site remained a natural landmark in the regional landscape and later became valued as a vantage point.
The summit serves as a key observation point for autumn bird migration, particularly for raptors like Honey-buzzards and Kestrels. Visitors can watch these species cross the Serra de Collserola during migration season.
Hikers can reach the summit through various trails, including the long-distance GR 92 and GR 6 paths that connect to other peaks in the region. The routes are well marked, though sturdy footwear is advisable due to uneven ground.
The site functions as a monitoring station for bird migration, recording thousands of passing raptors annually during their journey. This makes it a valuable location for tracking bird movement patterns and population trends scientifically.
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