Enjoying a mountain campsite in the Catalan Pyrenees like ours has many advantages. In addition to being able to enjoy a privileged enclave of nature, you have the possibility of finding many interesting activities in the region.
One of these activities is the one you can find in Fumanya, since you have the possibility of enjoying a paleontological treasure of great importance worldwide. If you are a lover of dinosaurs or history or are simply curious to know who populated the earth thousands of years ago, you have a must-visit to the Fumanya site.
What is the Fumanya site?
The Fumanya site is, to date, the largest area of sites containing dinosaur footprints in Europe. These footprints correspond to the Late Cretaceous and are seventy million years old. At this site you will learn more about dinosaur eggs, plant remains of the time, as well as other invertebrates.
These are footprints of hadrosaurs and also of other carnivores of the time such as theropods, ornithopods or sauropods, so it is perfect to get an idea of the diversity that inhabited the area in its day.
One of the main attractions of visiting this site with dinosaur footprints is that they are very well preserved. This is not only important for scientists so that they can study them better, but also for all those who are curious about these animals to better understand their anatomy and behavior in those years.
The Fumanya Interpretation Centre
At the Fumanya site you can visit the interpretation centre, that is, a space that has been designed to offer information to the public about these fossils by offering an educational experience.
At the Fumanya interpretation centre you can visit exhibitions where you will find real models and fossils, as well as replicas and reconstructions of dinosaurs to learn much more about their history.
For the little ones to show interest in the adventure of discovering history , there are also interactive activities. Technology allows them to enjoy games and touch screens to bring this trace of the past closer to the present through the use of various devices to make the visit more fun.
Of course, you will also have the possibility of guided tours to learn more about paleontology. This is the most interesting way to learn more revealing details about the settlement and get much more out of the visit.
How to get to Fumanya
From Berga you can find different buses that take you directly to Fumanya. One of the most comfortable ways to get to the museum is by car. If you decide to travel on your own by car from Berga you will have to take the C-16 and then the BV-4025 until you reach your destination. The journey takes about 30 minutes and is very well signposted.
Tourist attractions near Fumanya
The Fumanya site is not the only attraction you have in the region, as there are also many other attractions that are worth visiting. Nature lovers will find special interest in Pedraforca, one of the most emblematic mountains in the Catalan Pyrenees that has a wide variety of routes and mountain trails of all levels.
If you like hiking, you can not only settle for Pedraforca, we also recommend you visit the Cadí-Moixeró natural park. Another interesting attraction is the Baells Reservoir, the perfect place to practice a large number of water sports such as kayaking or paddle surfing. Of course, if the weather is good, you can also take a good swim.
So that it is not all nature, you can also visit Berga and get to know a very well preserved medieval old town as well as enjoying a rich gastronomy. Another interesting option is to visit the Cercs Mines Museum if you want to learn more about the history of coal in Berguedà or the Monastery of Sant Salvador de Vedella, a Benedictine abbey from the ninth century.
Reasons to visit Fumanya with the family
Nature, history and fun come together in equal parts in Fumanya, making it an ideal destination to enjoy a family getaway. In Fumanya you will find educational workshops that you will hardly be able to find anywhere else in Spain. The historical attraction of these fossils in Catalonia is perfect for discovering what the earth was like millions of years ago.
In Fumanya you will find a large number of children’s activities to enjoy with the family. The pedagogical component that Fumanya has makes it an educational tourism where the little ones can learn much more about science in a fun way.
To all this learning and fun we must add the importance of being able to carry out many outdoor activities. It is a great way to achieve a digital disconnection and escape a little from so much screen and social network.
Accommodation near Fumanya
At our campsite you can find the best accommodation near Fumanya so that you can enjoy all the activities of the region in a comfortable way. A campsite is the best way to enjoy Berguedà’s nature and enjoy rural tourism. Contact us and make your reservation so that you can plan your activities much better and enjoy nature in Catalonia.
The Fumanya site: an unforgettable experience
The Fumanya site is an unforgettable experience for both young and old alike, which also has a very important educational component.
It is an enriching experience that is located in a privileged place where you can combine it with a large number of different activities. Whether you like water or the mountains, here you will find a region that is worth visiting and with which you will create a great memory.
If you want to enjoy one of the best dinosaur museums close to home, in Fumanya you have a must-see. Enjoy a rural getaway with your family and disconnect from everyday life in one of the most privileged regions in terms of nature.
Being in communion with nature has many advantages for both the body and the mind and, best of all, you can now enjoy all these activities with your family or friends. Come and visit Fumanya and you will discover an experience that you will never forget.
