Caves and potholes in Travertins de Banyoles

The travertins de Banyoles, in Gironès and Pla de l’Estany, are singular limestone formations generated by the precipitation of calcium carbonate around the estany de Banyoles – the largest lake in Catalonia, of tectonic-karst origin. This unusual geological process gives rise to cavities and formations there that differ from the rest of the catalog.

20 cavitats (17 coves i 3 avencs) in Travertins de Banyoles are part of the catalogue. Most are found in Serinyà, Esponellà and Porqueres. ESTUNES, LES, amb 210 m de recorregut.

Counties: Gironès, Pla de l'Estany