The Empordà is a historic region of Catalonia, divided into Alt Empordà and Baix Empordà, known for its Mediterranean landscape.
It is an area with a strong cultural identity, spectacular Mediterranean landscapes, beaches, farmland, and a rich history dating back to Greek and Roman times, with a rich cultural heritage and charming medieval villages.
It borders the Mediterranean Sea to the east (Costa Brava) and France to the north.
It has natural parks such as Aiguamolls de l’Empordà (wetlands with great biodiversity) and the Montgrí Massif.
Landscapes of vineyards, olive groves, and wheat fields that inspired artists such as Salvador Dalí (who lived in Portlligat and is buried in Figueres).
Among its famous inland villages, just 20 km from the coast, we find:
Famous for its medieval castle (now a casino) and its 14th-century Carmen convent. It has a museum with collections of glass, ceramics, and wine.
One of the most beautiful towns, with its medieval center (Pals Gòtic) on top of a hill. The Torre de les Hores, the walls and the cobbled streets stand out.
Town with a medieval porticoed main square, where scenes from Eight Catalan Surnames were filmed. It preserves a stately and calm air.
One of the best examples of medieval architecture in Catalonia. Surrounded by a moat carved into the rock, with a castle and cobblestone streets.
It's home to the largest Iberian site in Catalonia, but also has a small and charming medieval town.
It combines beaches with a medieval castle on a hilltop. Its narrow streets and Indian-style houses give it a special atmosphere.
The cycling and walking routes in many towns are connected by rural roads and are a refuge for many visitors seeking peace and the famous word "recharge your batteries," so sought after from urban areas.
Empordà cuisine, with dishes such as suquet de peix (fish stew), arròs a la cassola (baked rice), cured meats (such as butifarra), and cheeses such as formatge de l’Alt Empordà, are locally sourced products from the region.
Wines with the Empordà Designation of Origin (red, white, and sweet wines such as Garnatxa).
The Empordà is a journey into the past, where every corner tells stories of knights, merchants, and legends.