Volcà del Montsacopa

Volcà del Montsacopa is a small volcanic cone situated within the town of Olot in the Garrotxa Volcanic Zone of Catalonia. It is notable for being an accessible volcanic feature immediately adjacent to an urban centre.

Visitors can walk the crater rim and follow paths that circle the cone, with viewpoints offering panoramic views across Olot and the surrounding volcanic landscape. A small hermitage sits on or near the summit and is a frequent feature of guided walks.

The site is integrated with local trails and town promenades and is often visited as part of broader exploration of the Garrotxa Volcanic Zone Natural Park. Interpretive signage explains the volcanic origin and geology of the area.

Montsacopa is one of several volcanic cones formed by relatively recent volcanic activity in the Garrotxa region; the cone has been incorporated into the urban plan of Olot and preserved as a public amenity.

The cone rises within the built area of Olot in Catalonia and is part of the protected Garrotxa Volcanic Zone Natural Park in northeastern Spain.

• Urban volcano: Located inside the town of Olot and forming part of the Garrotxa Volcanic Zone Natural Park, making it one of the few volcanoes directly accessible from a town centre.

What to See #

• Crater rim and walking route: A walkable volcanic cone and crater rim within the urban area of Olot that is linked to town trails and provides panoramic views over the Garrotxa volcanic landscape.
• Summit hermitage: A small hermitage and ancillary structures located on or near the summit that date from the historic period and feature in local cultural visits.