Erts: Via Ferrata, Cycling Route and Romanesque Church

Erts offers several reasons to get to know the village better: the Via Ferrata Roc de la Coma d’Erts crosses long rock steps secured with chains on the left side of the route. There is also a cycling route starting in the village and the church of Sant Romà d’Erts, with its distinctive building history. When choosing where to stay, you can consider which of these discoveries you want to shape your visit.

Via Ferrata Roc de la Coma d’Erts: Rock Steps and Exposed Sections

The via ferrata is of intermediate difficulty and includes exposed, mildly challenging sections. Its long rock steps and the chains on the left side of the route give it its distinctive character. The summit is at an elevation of 1,650 metres; the via ferrata faces southwest. Check access conditions locally before setting out.

Cycling Route 10 and Route Information for Port of Cabús

Cycling Route 10 (Erts–Pal) starts in the village of Erts, halfway between La Massana and Arinsal. It is 8.4 kilometres long. You can include the route as a specific part of your cycling plans.

There is also a separate route notice for the Port of Cabús route towards Erts. The road section up to the Poble d’Erts roundabout is initially wide and has a cycle lane. After that, the road narrows and has no hard shoulder up to the roundabout. At the roundabout, take the second exit towards Pal. Road conditions can change, so check conditions and signage along the way.

Sant Romà d’Erts: Altar and Building History

The church of Sant Romà d’Erts dates from the 18th century and was built near the old Romanesque chapel. A double bell gable sits above the entrance, and the church also has a porch. Inside, a Baroque altarpiece from the old church has been preserved. Its paintings depict the martyrdom of Saint Roman. Its construction date, the former chapel and the altarpiece make Sant Romà d’Erts a different kind of discovery from the village’s more sports-oriented routes.

Culture and Routes in the Wider Destination of La Massana

Those who look beyond Erts to the wider destination of La Massana will find a range of other cultural themes. At Farga Rossell, visitors can learn about the process of making and working iron, through to the production of iron bars, and discover how the techniques used have evolved. Check current visiting arrangements before your visit.

Churches and exhibitions also offer a range of points of interest. The Romanesque church of Sant Climent in Pal was built between the 11th and 12th centuries; parts of its original masonry have been preserved. The parish church of Sant Iscle and Santa Victòria de la Massana dates from the 17th century and was built over an older medieval place of worship. Inside are five Baroque altarpieces from the 17th and 18th centuries. La Massana Còmic offers themed exhibitions by internationally renowned artists, discussions with authors, film screenings and comic workshops. The museum opens only when exhibitions are running, so check current visiting options in advance.

The Itinerari de la pedra seca passes through wooded and built-up areas. So, in the wider destination of La Massana, you can choose from a range of landscapes and village settings as well as churches and exhibitions.

When looking for a holiday apartment in Erts, it may be important whether you want to base your stay mainly around the Via Ferrata, the cycling route and Sant Romà d’Erts, or also take into account the cultural attractions of the wider destination of La Massana.

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