The different enclaves are connected by
pathways and the historical curve channel, whose older parts, dated from
1821, were made by Agustín de Larramendi (considered the first Spanish
civil engineer). Above the original design of pipelines and water storage ponds, made by the pioneer Juan Jorge Graubner, this channel lead the waters of the stream Gollizo and others,
necessary for the well functioning of hydraulic devices such us wheels, egrets and so on... all
the way through 5 km
of channelling.
It surpassed the dependence on seasonal fluctuations in rivers and streams, stocking up with a hydraulic flow more or less constant. This channel represented a structural change of the whole factory, relocating some cores to more efficient operation. In the 40-50 years of the twentieth century the Caz was improved to give movement to the six hydroelectric power station, wich allowed the energetic independence of Riópar Factories.
It surpassed the dependence on seasonal fluctuations in rivers and streams, stocking up with a hydraulic flow more or less constant. This channel represented a structural change of the whole factory, relocating some cores to more efficient operation. In the 40-50 years of the twentieth century the Caz was improved to give movement to the six hydroelectric power station, wich allowed the energetic independence of Riópar Factories.
From Toma del
agua, the Caz (Spanish name for the channel) streams along the village
of Gollizo , and the different industrial cores: San
Rafael , San Juan , San
Pablo , San Carlos and
Around the charming landscape of Riópar you
can walk, cycle, drive or even ride a horse to explore the joys of
nature. At the tourist office within the
museum, you will be helped out on your route planning.
For more information about the CAZ ROUTE click HERE.
For more information about the CAZ ROUTE click HERE.
