Cingles de Bertí, Protected natural area in Sant Quirze Safaja, Spain
Description
Cingles de Bertí is a protected natural area featuring limestone cliffs and steep slopes that form a natural boundary with red and gray stone formations. The landscape displays diverse geological structures spread throughout the site.
History
The area contains traces from the Tertiary period with marine fossils such as sea urchins, snails, and nummulites preserved in rock formations. These fossils reveal that the region was once submerged beneath a sea.
Culture
The Sant Pere de Berti church dates to the 11th century with modifications made in the 13th century. Located at 825 meters elevation, it serves as a notable landmark within this protected zone.
Practical
The area is accessible through marked trails that begin between kilometers 11 and 12 on the road from Centelles to Sant Feliu de Codines. These clearly marked paths make it easy to navigate the site safely.
Did you know?
The Taula dels Caçadors and Turó de les Onze Hores are two notable geological formations within the protected area. These structures stand out due to their distinctive shapes and composition within the broader landscape.
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