Top 3 Lakes around Sant Quirze Del Vallès

The area around Sant Quirze del Vallès features a mix of artificial lakes, rehabilitated natural wetlands, and reservoirs. You'll find urban water features like the small artificial lake in Parc de les Morisques, naturalized wetlands such as Estany dels Alous, and reservoirs like the Can Borrell Reservoir.

Yes, several spots are great for families. Parc de les Morisques in Sant Quirze del Vallès offers children's play areas and grassy hills around its artificial lake. The Can Borrell Reservoir and Natural Water Treatment Lagoons are also marked as family-friendly, offering easy walks and nature observation. Estany de la Guinardera is another ideal place to rest and watch ducks with children.

The Natural Water Treatment Lagoons are particularly notable for birdwatching, especially during migration periods. They offer a serene experience for nature enthusiasts, with an ornithological viewpoint available.

Beyond enjoying the lakes themselves, you can find various outdoor activities nearby. For hiking, there are easy to moderate trails like the "View of Vallès Occidental – Monks' Path loop" from Sant Quirze del Vallès. Cycling and gravel biking routes are also available, such as the "Pont de la Salut – Molí d'en Fontanet Footbridge loop." You can explore more options on the Hiking around Sant Quirze Del Vallès, Gravel biking around Sant Quirze Del Vallès, and Cycling around Sant Quirze Del Vallès guide pages.

While the lakes themselves are primarily natural or re-naturalized features, the Can Borrell Reservoir was originally built to supply water to the historic Can Borrell farmhouse. Additionally, the Church of Santiga, a historical site, is located in the small village of Santiga, not far from some of the area's water features.

The lakes and surrounding parks are enjoyable year-round. Spring and autumn offer pleasant temperatures for walks and outdoor activities, while the Natural Water Treatment Lagoons are especially interesting during bird migration periods. Summer provides opportunities for relaxation in the shade of surrounding forests.

Many of the urban parks and naturalized areas, such as Parc de les Morisques and the surroundings of Natural Water Treatment Lagoons, offer relatively flat and easy paths suitable for leisurely strolls. The Central Park of Santa Perpètua de Mogoda also provides a large space for walking and cycling.

Many outdoor areas in the region are dog-friendly, especially for walks on trails and in parks. However, it's always recommended to keep dogs on a leash and check local regulations for specific areas, particularly around nature reserves or protected wetlands like the Natural Water Treatment Lagoons, to protect wildlife.

The Can Borrell Reservoir is nestled within a scenic environment dominated by Mediterranean oak and white pine forests. This provides a lush, natural backdrop for walks and enjoying the tranquility of the area.

Estany dels Alous, located near Rubí, is unique because it was once a clay quarry that has been successfully naturalized into a wetland. This transformation has created a valuable rehabilitated natural environment, accessible from Sant Quirze del Vallès.

While some lakes are in more natural or urban park settings, the Central Park of Santa Perpètua de Mogoda, which features a naturalized irrigation pond, is described as having facilities. For cafes and other amenities, you would typically find them in the nearby towns and villages, such as Sant Quirze del Vallès itself or Sant Cugat del Vallès, which are a short distance from many of these water bodies.