Pedraforca Mountain Overwhelmed by Unexpected Crowds

Pedraforca Overcrowding: 'It Looks Like La Rambla,' Says Alpinist Catalonia, Spain – A recent weekend saw an unexpected surge of visitors to the popular Pedraforca mountain, leaving one alpinist stunned by the sheer number of people. A video circulating online shows the normally serene hiking trails teeming with people, prompting comparisons to bustling city streets. "Is this Everest? No, it's Pedraforca," the alpinist says in the video, highlighting the surprising level of crowding. The video, taken from a popular social media platform, has already garnered significant attention. Other users echoed the alpinist's surprise in the comments section. One comment reads, "It looks like La Rambla," referring to Barcelona's iconic pedestrian street. Another user quipped, "Almost more people than in Benidorm!" These comments underscore the unexpected scale of the weekend's crowds. The incident raises questions about the management of popular natural sites and the potential impact of increased tourism. While the video highlights the unexpected level of crowding, it also showcases the beauty of the Catalan landscape and the popularity of outdoor activities in the region.