The route
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The Volta al Portell de l’Infern will let you discover one of the most unique places in Massís del Port, especially in La Tinença de Benifassà. The route goes through a part of the old bridle path between La Sénia (Catalonia) and Fredes (Valencia).
The route is available during the year as the route is not too long. During winter you should be aware of the weather conditions and be well equipped if necessary, because sometimes the strong wind may be a problem.
In order to get to the starting point you should go to Ulldecona Lake and take the forest track for 2 km, starting next to the bridge. At the start of the route there is an esplanade and ‘Fredes’ traffic signs.
You will start the route from a part of the trail that goes up until you will get to Portell’s trail a few meters ahead. The route keeps on going up while you will be able to see Estrets de la Ronyosa, Solà d’en Brull and finally, Portell del Infern, from where you may enjoy a natural geological show. Also, it is an example of the human space development. You should follow this route until you will get to a wonderful viewpoint above the Barranc de la Tenalla.
You keep on the bridle path that would lead you to Fredes but you will go down the Cubanos trail in a few meters on a path with a lot of vegetation and a steam that will make you enjoy the ride.
Once you stop going down you will get to Barranc de la Tenalla, from where you can make the route longer going to the Salt del Robert, or turn right in order to go back to the Ulldecona’s Lake, going through greenhouses and Cova del Ferri. In Cova del Ferri you will take the path that goes to Barranc de la Fou, you will turn right and finally, you will get to Mas de Joan.
