Orienteering and Archery Route in the Montseny — Adventure and Strategy near Barcelona

Some countryside plans are aimless strolls. This orienteering route in the Montseny is not one: the group receives a map and compass and has to locate markers hidden in the forest on their own.

Afterwards, an archery workshop with a qualified instructor in a fenced zone. Four hours in the Parc Natural del Montseny, accessible from age 12 with an accompanying adult.

  • Level 1 — Discovery · from age 12 with an accompanying adult
  • Orienteering with map and compass + archery
  • Parc Natural del Montseny · UNESCO Biosphere Reserve

📍 Meeting point: camí del cementiri, 08461 Sant Esteve de Palautordera, Barcelona, Spain – View on map

The experience — Orienteering and Archery in the Montseny

We live glued to GPS and have lost the ability to read the terrain for ourselves. This orienteering route gives that ability back to a group for four hours. A paper map, a compass and a handful of markers hidden in the Parc Natural del Montseny.

The activity starts at the activity centre in the Parc Natural del Montseny. The qualified instructor hands out a map, compass and the first explanation: how to orient the map, how to read a bearing, how to identify terrain features. The basics are learnt quickly, and from there the group decides the route.

The route follows shaded forest paths, through dense woodland of holm oaks, pines and chestnuts — the Montseny's signature ecosystem, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. The markers are hidden at points in the forest and the group must combine compass and map to locate them. The guide supervises the area but does not show the way.

And at the end, a total change of register: a fenced archery zone with a qualified instructor. Professional equipment — bow, arrows and target — is handed out after a short stance-and-technique class. The focus of the shoot closes a day that combines brains, terrain and a steady hand.

What the experience feels like

Families: a day that teaches children and adults to read a paper map and a compass, with archery to close. Four hours in the Parc Natural del Montseny, accessible from age 7 with an accompanying adult.

Groups of friends: the route that combines teamwork with real learning. Locating markers in the forest requires collaboration, and the archery at the end levels the playing field for everyone.

What is included in the RocRoi experience?

  • Map and compass for each team
  • Full archery kit (bow, arrows and target) in a fenced zone
  • Qualified instructor throughout
  • Free parking
  • Accident insurance
  • Civil liability insurance
  • Cancellation Policy: Up to 5 days before: full refund. Up to 48 hours before: date change or ADVENTURE voucher.

What to bring

For your comfort and safety, we recommend bringing:

  • Sports clothing suited to the weather
  • Walking shoes or trainers with good grip
  • Water
  • Sun protection

Practical details

A multi-adventure in the Parc Natural del Montseny combining orienteering with map and compass and archery. The orienteering section includes an initial technical class; the archery zone is fenced and complies with safety protocols. Suitable for groups with no previous experience.

  • Minimum age unaccompanied: 18
  • Minimum age with an accompanying adult: 7
  • Total duration: 4 hours
  • Actual duration: 3 hours 30 minutes
  • Best season: all year (weather permitting)
  • Fitness: normal. The orienteering route runs along forest paths with moderate gradients.
  • Attitude: eagerness to read the forest without GPS and willingness to focus when aiming.

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FAQs

Is orienteering difficult?

No. The instructor gives a basic introductory session on reading the map and using the compass before the route starts.

What is the minimum age?

7 with an accompanying adult. It is a perfect activity for families and for encouraging teamwork.

Is the archery safe?

Completely. We have qualified instructors and a fenced zone that complies with all safety protocols.

What clothing should I bring?

Comfortable sports clothing and walking shoes or trainers with good grip. Don't forget water and sun protection.

What if we get lost?

The instructor accompanies the group or supervises the area at all times so the adventure is exciting but completely safe.