Best attractions and places to see around Anglès, a municipality in the Selva region near Girona, offer a blend of historical charm, cultural sites, and natural beauty. The town features a significant Gothic quarter and is situated near the confluence of the Osor stream and the Ter River. Its surroundings include the Guilleries mountains, providing a prominent natural backdrop. This area is known for its medieval heritage and diverse landscapes.
Last updated: April 23, 2026
Highlight • Cycleway
Tip by
Highlight • Trail
Translated by Google •
Tip by
Sign up now to discover places like this
Get recommendations on the best single tracks, peaks, & plenty of other exciting outdoor places.
Sign up for free
Highlight • Lake
Tip by
Highlight • Religious Site
Translated by Google •
Tip by
Highlight • Religious Site
Translated by Google •
Tip by
Sign up for free to discover even more attractions around Anglès.
Sign up for free
Already have an account?
Start today with a free account
Your next adventure awaits.
Login or Signup
The church was already documented in 882 as sancti Menne, basilica in Villa ablares and also in 1019, in the endowment of the Girona canonry. In the 14th century, the Santcliment family acquired the lordship. In the baptismal font there is a provision by Bishop Taberner d'Ardena which stipulates that "baptismal fountains are covered with a wooden cover, covered with leather (to prevent dust from reaching the water) and with spiked nails ( to prevent anyone from sitting on the top) 1730 »
9
0
Sant Menna de Vilablareix is a church in Vilablareix (Gironès) included in the Inventory of the Architectural Heritage of Catalonia. The current church, dedicated to the legendary saint Menna of Egypt, was built together with the rectory of the Parish, according to the lintel of the rectory door (1707), although the bell tower and interior details are later on this date The arcades facing the square stand out from the church, forming a very typical and characteristic gallery of the district. Limestone baptismal font. To the buixarda Neoclassical style, it has an octagonal shape. It has no relief or inscription. It preserves a cut of the chain (leaded to the stone) that was used to hold the wooden cover.
10
0
Please note that crossing the dam is not possible on foot or by bike.
2
0
The main facade, to the west, consists of a stone-framed wooden door with a half-point arch of small and poorly worked voussoirs. A small, elongated loophole opens over the current porch and, on the roof, rises a bell tower with a single eye, also covered with a small double-sided roof. The northern facade contains an interesting horseshoe arched window, discovered in the restoration eleven years ago. The surroundings are carefully arranged and landscaped. Even earthworks have been made for a total containment of the base of the hermitage.
0
1
Isolated building with a rectangular plan, with a single nave attached to a semi-circular apse, double-sloped on the sides. It is worth noting the existence of a gabled covered porch with a wooden embrasure and access by stone steps, the result of the reform in 1994. The nave is connected to the apse by means of an arch triumphant half point that starts from a simple impost. The apse is covered with a quarter-circle vault and the nave with a simple wooden structure. Inside there is a stone bench along the side walls of the nave. Both the interiors and exteriors are made of exposed stone. Around the area of the apse and the side walls there is a wider wall base that supports the construction.
0
1
For cycling, the Girona Greenway offers an easy-going route out of Girona, suitable for various bike types in dry weather. Another popular cycling route is the Osor Road, known for its long, gradual ascent through the Sierra de las Guilleries. For scenic views, the Susqueda Reservoir provides beautiful vistas and quiet roads.
Anglès boasts a rich historical heritage, particularly in its Gothic Quarter with buildings along Carrer Major and arcades on Carrer d'Avall. You can also visit the former textile factory, El Vapor de la Burés, a significant industrial site. The curious Romanesque Ermita de Sant Pere Sestronques is set in a beautiful natural environment, and the old town features 16th-century portals and Romanesque buildings like Can Verdaguer and Can Camps.
Anglès is nestled in a naturally rich area. The Santa Bàrbara Mountain rises prominently to 854 meters, offering a stunning backdrop. The town is also situated near the confluence of the Osor stream and the Ter River. The Parc de la Font del Canyó is considered a symbol of Anglès, providing a pleasant green space.
Visitors appreciate the diverse landscapes and the blend of historical charm with natural beauty. The Girona Greenway is loved for being a brilliant, car-free route out of Girona. The Osor Road is praised for its spectacular architectural arches and being a splendid route, especially in summer. The Susqueda Reservoir offers 'coolest views' and quiet roads, often compared to a 'James Bond scene'.
The region around Anglès offers numerous hiking routes. You can find trails leading to hermitages like Santa Bàrbara, Sant Amanci, and Sant Pere Sestronques. For more detailed options, explore the Hiking around Anglès guide, which includes routes like the 'Anglès – Ermita de Santa Bárbara loop' and the 'Sant Amanç loop'.
Yes, Anglès is a great starting point for cycling. The Girona Greenway is a recommended cycleway. The 'Osor Road' provides a long, gradual ascent through the Sierra de las Guilleries, suitable for cycling. You can find more options in the Cycling around Anglès guide, including routes like the 'Llémena Valley Loop' and the 'Girona Greenway – Riu Ter Greenway loop'.
Absolutely. Climbing up to the Santa Bàrbara Sanctuary offers magnificent panoramic views of the Selva, Gironès, and Empordà regions, extending to the Mediterranean. The Susqueda Reservoir also provides stunning vistas, and the Osor Road is known for its scenic beauty.
The Girona Greenway is categorized as family-friendly, offering an easy-going surface that's great for a leisurely cycle with the family. The Parc de la Font del Canyó also provides a pleasant green space for families to enjoy.
While specific data isn't provided, the Osor Road is noted as a 'splendid route to ride, specially in summertime,' suggesting warmer months are favorable for cycling. Generally, spring and autumn offer pleasant temperatures for hiking and other outdoor pursuits in the region, avoiding the peak heat of summer or potential chill of winter.
The municipality of Anglès has nearly forty kilometers of routes for enjoying its history and nature. Information about these routes, which traverse forests and lead to various hermitages, is available at the local tourism office.
Yes, Anglès features notable Romanesque architecture. The Ermita de Sant Pere Sestronques is a curious hermitage of Romanesque origin. Within the old town, you can also find Romanesque buildings such as Can Verdaguer and Can Camps.
Yes, Anglès is a great base for mountain biking. You can explore various trails, including those that lead through the surrounding forests and mountains. For specific routes and their difficulty, check out the MTB Trails around Anglès guide, which lists options like 'Puigdefrou – circular desde Anglès' and 'Puente de Barro – Sant Sebastià Chapel loop'.


Still not found the Highlight you’re looking for? See guides of the top attractions in other regions: