The Region

The garden

Reading a book under a tree, doing yoga near the pool, finally having the time to play with the kids, preparing a barbecue, having a drink, playing pétanque, taking a dip in the pool...or simply doing nothing at all.

Cycling

The perfect way to combine sports with exploring the beautiful surroundings. Due to Mas dels Noguers' location, you will find direct connections to famous cycling routes, such as the Ruta del Ter or the Pirinexus. There are routes for every level.

Located between the imposing Gavarres massif and the majestic Montgrí massif, this region offers a picturesque plain where cultivated (rice) fields and small medieval towns are harmoniously intertwined. A network of 400 kilometres to discover. To make navigation easier, the Wikiloc Turisme Baix Empordà www.wikiloc.com channel offers a wide range of routes that can be followed via mobile devices or GPS, allowing hassle-free exploration of the region's natural charms.

Discover the region's charming ‘Vies Verdes’ www.viesverdes.cat and the exciting Pirinexus bypass www.visitpiineus.com. The ‘Vies Verdes’ are old railway lines that have been converted into safe and accessible routes, while Pirinexus crosses several provinces and offers a mix of green road sections, country lanes and quiet roads.

While the ‘Vies Verdes’ are ideal for all levels, Pirinexus requires adaptability to the topography of the terrain. 

Download the cycling map here: https://parcsnaturals.gencat.cat/ca/xarxa-de-parcs/illes-medes/el-parc/mapa-parc/

Leaflets with info on the routes as well as bike rental locations, are available in the house.

www.naturalocal.net; www.outdoor-emporda.com, www.burricleta.com, www.costabrava.org

Hiking

l'Estartit is located on the Montgri massif, formed by Montgri, Mont-Pla, Montana de Ulla, Rocamaura and Torre Moratxa. You will find wonderful hiking trails for all levels. www.wikiloc.com 

What makes it very special is that these hiking trails start at our gate.

We are in the middle of 3 national parks : Montgrí Natural Park, the Medes Islands and the Humedades del Baix Ter. 

Some great walking routes can be found at: https://naturalocal.net/ca/destins/girona/parc-natural-del-montgri-illes-medes-i-baix-ter#rutes

Other interesting links: www.naturalocal.com, www.visitestartit.com, www.costabrava.org, www.wikiloc.com, www.komoot.com, www.parcsnaturals.gencat.cat

Montgrí, Medes Islands and Baix Ter Natural Park

The park was established in 2010 and encompasses the Medes Islands, the Montgrí Massif and the mouth of the Ter river, covering a land area of 6,155.20 hectares (15,209.8 acres) and a marine protected area of 2,036.99 hectares (5,033.5 acres). 
It stretches over the municipalities of L'Escala, Torroella de Montgrí, Pals, Bellcaire d'Empordà, Palau-sator, Ullà, Fontanilles and Gualta.
Thanks to its strategic and geologic position, it has prehistoric caves from 300,000 years ago, such as the Cau del Duc, as well as remains of lime kilns, dry stone walls, stone chapels and Santa Caterina hermitage. Montgrí Castle crowns the massif and is one of the most impressive ones on the Costa Brava, offering sensational views.
The Medes Islands, a former spiritual, military and pirate refuge, are now a protected space in which birds nest and species seeking refuge thrive. The archipelago, made up of seven islets, is one of the best reserves of maritime flora and fauna in the western Mediterranean thanks to the spectacular wealth of its seabed, and is a paradise for scuba divers.

The River Ter flows into the Mediterranean at the Gola del Ter, three kilometres from L’Estartit, culminating its 208-kilometre route. Nearby, there are the Ter Vell marshes, La Pletera and Les Basses d’en Coll, a set of small coastal ponds and marshes that are the refuge for numerous water birds, which can be spotted from the observation areas. During its final section, the river forms a beautiful mosaic of colours created from the irrigation channels that divide the fields of cereals, fruit trees and rice fields, ideal to be enjoyed on foot, by bicycle or on horseback.

Find local producers of organic oil, 'arroz de Pals', apples and cider, achovy, honey, goat and other cheeses, ... via the following links:
www.parcsnaturals.gencat.cat/ca/xarxa-de-parcs/illes-medes/inici/
www.parcnaturaldelmontgri.cat/
Other links:
www.visitestartit.com, www.unexpectedcatalonia.com, www.gencat.cat, www.parcsnatural.gencat.cat, www.catalunya.com, www.costabrava.org, www.komoot.be, www.alltrails.com, www.wikiloc.com

Sports & leisure

Golf

Golf Empordà The Empordà Golf area has 36 holes, divided into two 18-hole courses: Links i Forest. It was designed by Robert Von Hagge. www.empordagolf.com
Pitch & Putt Golf Gualta is a Par3, short distances suitable for beginners who are new to the world of golf and for those who are already experienced players. www.gualta.com

Horse riding: An exploration with horses is an original way to explore the area. At Mas Paguina you will find courses of all levels. www.hipicamaspaguina.com

Boat ride: In l'Estartit, you can discover idyllic spots with the Nautilus www.nautilus.es or the Barca Nuria www.barcanuria.com, between the Medes islands. Discover life underwater via the crystal bottom.

River kayaking: Enjoy a day on the River Ter. The 7.5km descent from Colomers to Verges, will take you 2-3 hours.... depending on your paddling intensity of course.... www.kayakdelter.com

Other fun water activities:

Kitesurfing www.eoliskite.com
Kayak www.medaqua.com
Diving and snorkelling: www.divingsirena.com; www.unisub.es; www.calypsodivingestartit.com

Mini Golf, Tennis, Paddling: a fun hour of tennis, paddling or a game of mini-golf with the family... Mont-Pla has it all. Carlos and Loli are happy to welcome you. www.montpla.cat

Torroella de Montgrí and l'Estartit

Torroella de Montgrí is a coastal municipality on the Costa Brava, and lies on the north bank of the Ter river, a few kilometres before it flows into the Mediterranean. The beach resort of L'Estartit also is part of the municipality, as are the Medes Islands and a large part of the Montgrí Massif.
The town was originally the Royal Port for the Kings of Aragon before the river started silting up and a new port was founded at l'Estartit. The town retains its medieval core and walls and hosts a market every Monday.
The town is towered over by the Montgrí Massif, a long mountain formation that looks like a sleeping bishop seen from afar. The maximum height of the range is 308 m and it is topped by an ancient fortress in the middle, the Montgrí Castle.
This Castle is a historical edifice in Torroella de Montgrí, built between 1294 and 1301. Its reason to be was the existing conflict between the counts of Empúries - who ruled over most of the area around the town - and the counts of Barcelona, the most powerful of Catalonia at that time, who also had great power over the Mediterranean.
Where the Montgrí mountain range disappears into the sea, lies Estartit, a village that still retains the atmosphere of a seafaring past and whose beaches and coves share the spotlight with the Medes Islands. Beach lovers can enjoy the five kilometres of sandy beach with shallow waters. If you prefer pebble coves, go to Cala Calella. If you want a bit of both, seek out Cala Pedrosa, a cove hidden between pine trees and rocks. And if you like diving and snorkelling, you can visit the underwater paradise of the Medes Islands, one of the best nature reserves in the Mediterranean.

Oficina de Turisme de Torroella de Montgri, Carrer d'Ullà 31, 17257 Torroella de Montgri
Oficina de Turisme de l'Estartit, Passeig Maritim, s/n, 17258 l'Estartit

www.visitestartit.com

www.torroella-estartit.cat

Culture and identity

Art, music and heritage go hand in hand, making the city one of Catalonia's most important cultural destinations.
And of all the arts, music is undoubtedly the liveliest. Its heritage goes way back and over the years it has built up quite a musical baggage. Throughout the year you can enjoy a varied programme of recitals, concerts and sardanas, and every summer the famous Torroella Festival returns.
www.festivaldetorroella.cat

Torroella and l'Estartit are also home to painters, sculptors, writers and photographers. 
This cultural dynamism has encouraged the creation of private foundations and art galleries - the Vila Casas Foundation, the Mascort Foundation, Atrium Roca-Sans and Traç d'Art (l'Estartit) - and explains the presence of municipal spaces such as the Sant Antoni Chapel in Torroella and the Entitat Municipal Descentralitzada exhibition hall.

Museums and art galleries (www.visitestartit.com)

Traç d'art; Passeig Marítim, 10, l'Estartit
Temporary exhibitions and art collections. Young artists and renowned contemporary artists.

Casa Galibern - Fundació Mascort, Carrer de l'Església 9, Torroella de Montgri
This headquarters of the Mascort Private Foundation, is a late 19th-century colonial house.

Palau Solterra - Fundació Vila Casas; Carrer de l'Església 10, Torroella de Montgri
15th-century building with Renaissance and Noucentrist decoration

Atrium; Carrer de Primitiu Artigas 17, Torroella de Montgri
The old Quintana-Badia house, located in the historic centre.

Museu de la Mediterrània; Carrer d'Ulla 31, Torroella de Montgri
Can Quintana, one of the town's most remarkable historical buildings, today houses a new museum in the municipality; a museum that opens the doors to the discovery and knowledge of the human space of the Mediterranean, starting from the Montgrí massif, the Baix Ter plain and the Medes Islands.
www.museudelamediterrania.cat 

Fundacio mascort (www.fundaciomascort.com) presents a collection of more than 100 plates of seabirds, marine mammals and the world's most beautiful birds.

The Estartit Jazz Festival is held at various venues overlooking the Medes Islands (www.festivaldetorroella.cat)

The municipality's main festivals and folk traditions:

Torroella and l'Estartit:

- Cavalcade and King's Festival

- Saint George

- Bank holidays of Catalonia (11 September)

Torroella de Montgri:

- Sant Genís Festival

- Sardana dance gathering (3rd Sunday of September)

- Santa Caterina's gathering (Sunday before 25 November)

- Sant Andreu fair (30 November)

- Festival of the man with the nose (31 December)

l'Estartit:

- Midsummer Eve (23 June)

- Festival of Carmen (16 July)

- Feast of Santa Anna (26 July)

- Feast of Saint Lucia (13 December)

Weekly markets

Torroella de Montgri: Mondays

l'Estartit: Thursday

Pals

Like many towns in the region, Pals is built on a hill. The medieval centre is well-preserved, making it a draw for tourists. The old houses are home to several - authentic but also more modern - ceramics shops.
The old centre is located in the hills a few minutes from the coast, but Pals stretches all the way to the sea. It has one of the largest beaches in the region, called ‘Platja de Pals’ halfway down the bay between l'Estartit and Begur. 
Like many other coastal towns in the Costa Brava, Pals consists of two parts. The inland part with a beautiful historic centre and a part which lies on the coast. This part is called Platja de Pals, one of the largest beaches in the region, and has a very different feel due to the many hotels and holiday homes. 
In Pals, rice is grown on 900 hectares. Wine is also grown there; a visit to Mas Geli is definitely worthwhile (www.masgelipals.cat).

Peratallada

Peratallada (Old Catalan for 'carved stone') is a town in the municipality of Forallac.
Declared a historic-artistic monument, most of the buildings are built from stone carved from the fosse or moat which still encircles parts of this small fortified medieval town. The privately owned Castle of Peratallada is the dominant structure in the center of the town, with a 13th-century Romanesque church dedicated to Sant Esteve (Saint Stephen) outside the town walls. The castle has been documented as early as 1065 AD and traces of settlement were found that date back to the Bronze Age.
Today, Peratallada is known for its beautiful old stone buildings, rutted stone streets and passageways. Its proximity to the beaches of the Costa Brava and its numerous restaurants, small boutique hotels and artists' galleries make it a popular destination. The 1991 film Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves was partly filmed on location here.

Ullastret

Ullastret is a small, old village with a beautiful Romanesque church, the Església de Sant Pere from the 11th century. The church has a typical flat bell tower with three windows, and parts of the side facade are decorated with Lombard arches. 
Besides beautiful old houses and the remains of the city walls, this medieval village also has a beautiful covered Gothic market hall that is no longer in use as such. 
Not far from Ullastret are the ruins of Pueblo Iberico, the great Iberian settlement on the summit of the Puig de Sant Andreu (www.macullastret.cat). This town dates back to the 6th century BC.
For lovers of daily fresh cheeses: you will find them in Ullastret (www.recuitsnuri.com), among other places.

L'Escala

L'Escala is a well-known fishing village, located in the south of Rosas Bay. The most famous fish caught here is the anchovy; be sure to visit the museum dedicated to it (www.museudelescala.com/museu-de-lanxova/).
You can also visit the beach during your holiday. And there are activities for all tastes: gatherings where the traditional sardana is danced or sea shanties are sung, the Festa de l'Anxova or the Anchovy Market, the Gastronomic Days dedicated to Suquet de Peix (typical fish stew) and much more.
The village has several beaches, such as La Platja de les Barques close to the town centre or the Riells beach which lies along one of the long embankments that border the town. 
For sports enthusiasts, you have the choice of sailing, surfing, diving, kayaking, jet skiing or parasailing. 
In 1992, the Olympic flame was landed in L'Escala. L'Escala owed this honour to its history. The first settlement of Greeks in Spain was in La Escala.

Sant Martí d'Empuries

Sant Martí d’Empúries is a hamlet dependent on L'Escala, and preserved as a mediaeval town.

It was once a peninsula and received its first inhabitants in the 9th century BC. In the 6th century BC, Empúries was one of the most important ports on the Mediterranean.

The Empuries Ruins are an ancient port city, known to the Greeks as Emporion (meaning: market) who created the city in the 6th century B.C. and to the Romans as Emporiae, who created a new city at the same location at the beginning of the 1st century B.C (www.macempuries.cat).

In the town, much of its mediaeval wall has been preserved. Sant Martí Church was built in 1538 above the pre-Romanesque church dating from 926. In contrast to the town's mediaeval character, you can also find the Forest House, built in the modernist style and the present head office of the Iberia Graeca Foundation. 
It is worth exploring Sant Martí's narrow streets. There are several restaurants which serve excellent food around the main square.

It is also highly recommended to walk along Passeig d'Empúries, which connects Sant Martí with L'Escala. These few kilometres will enable you to discover the Empúries Greco-Roman site.

Sant Feliu de Boada, Palau Sator, Fontanilles, Sant Julia de Boada, ...

Explore the historical heritage preserved in the streets and buildings of small towns like Palau-sator, Fontclara, Fontanilles, Sant Feliu de Boada, Sant Julià de Boada, Gualta...

Villages with a great deal of history and some stories that are almost legends. All of this, while you walk or cycle (www.viesverdes.cat) through a rich agricultural landscape going from place to place.

The historical heritage is not the only interesting thing; there is also the natural heritage of the Baix Ter with a wide range of fauna: birds, amphibians, reptiles… as well as interesting plants you can see.

You will find the Romanesque influences in churches, castles, old monasteries, typical 'torres', village fountains...

Enjoy the landscapes which are home to a rich variety of fauna, particularly birds.
Meanwhile, stop and enjoy a typical Catalan meal in one of the many typical, and well hidden restaurants...

Interesting places are (among many other):

Palau-sator
- Castle of Palau-sator
- Portal Tower
- Rural museum

Sant Feliu de Boada
- Sant Feliu de Boada Church
- Sant Feliu de Boada Well

Fontclara
- Santa Pau de Fontclara Monastery

Monells, Cruïlles, Sant Sadurni de l'Heura

Cruïlles, Monells and Sant Sadurní de l’Heura form the largest municipality in the Baix Empordà.

In Cruïlles, the Benedictine monastery of Sant Miquel awaits you, as well as two towers that tower over the profile of the village: the Romanesque tower of the old castle and the bell tower of Santa Eulàlia.

In Monells, leave the car and stroll through the streets until you reach the arcaded square of Plaça Jaume I.

In Sant Sadurní de l’Heura, don’t miss the church of Sant Genís and the chapel of Sant Joan de Salelles.

If you still have time, head for the mountains. From here you can walk to the Puig d’Arques (535 m), the highest peak in the Gavarres mountain range.

Pubol

Púbol is a small town located in the municipality of La Pera.

Pubol is best known for Salvador Dalí, who lived at the Castle of Púbol for a while (1982-1984) together with his wife, Gala. He was also named Marquis of Dalí of Púbol.

The Castle of Púbol is a museum (https://www.salvador-dali.org/en/museums/gala-dali-castle-in-pubol/) contains many works of Salvador Dalí. Púbol, along with Cadaqués and Figueres, forms the so-called "Dalinian Triangle".

La Bisbal de L'Empordà, capital of the Baix Emporda and ceramic...

La Bisbal has a medieval centre and was once walled in. The still-existing gate opens onto the old bridge over the often-dry Ríu Daró. The 11th-century Castell d'Emporda castle towers over the town. 

For many, the reason to go to La Bisbal is not the old centre, but the Carrer de L'Aigüeta and the overwhelming amount of ceramics for sale there: up to the centre on either side are dozens of ceramics shops. La Bisbal has become famous for it and is also called "La Capital de la Ceràmica".

Palamós , Sant Antoni de Calonge

Palamós was founded on 3 December 1279 by Peter III of Aragon, who wanted a new port because the previous royal port at Torroella de Montgrí at the mouth of the Ter had silted up... near the Mas dels Noguers, in other words.

Palamós lies at the north end of a large bay and offers swimming, surfing and sailing. 

Palamós is still an important port and is famous for the delicacy ‘Gamba de Palamós’. 
Taste the prawns in one of the many restaurants, or visit the Museu de la Pesca.
Truman Capote stayed in Palamos from 1960 to 1962 and today you can follow a route in his name.
Another recommended walk is the 3km walk to Sant Antoni de Calonge, where the GR92 hiking trail also passes and continues through Platja d'Aro.

Calella de Palafrugell, Llafranc, Tamariu,..

Llafranc belongs together with Calella de Palafrugell and Tamariu to the municipality of Palafrugell.

Many tourists come from nearby Barcelona, but also from a whole range of countries. The villages were popular with artists such as Rock Hudson, Sophia Loren, Elizabeth Taylor, Salvador Dalí and Ernest Hemingway. 

The town is overlooked by the historical site of Sant Sebastià de la Guarda, which comprises the ruins of a settlement of ancient Iberians. The lighthouse is still operational and is the most powerful on the Catalan coast. 

The GR 92 footpath, also passes through the town. You can follow it from the lighthouse to the beach at Cala Pedrosa (a small well-known bay) and Tamariu and further to Calella de Palafrugell while you pass the 16th century Torre de Calella.

Famous are also the beaches, ideal for families and sports. Certainly the rocky beaches are well known for snorkling.

Also worth a visit is the festival of Cap Roig, which takes place from early July to late August.

Palafrugell

Palafrugell is known for its narrow streets, medieval architecture and historical monuments.

Some highlights of the old town include the church of Sant Martí, the town hall and the Plaça Nova, where you can find several bars and restaurants to enjoy the local cuisine. 

A popular attraction in Palafrugell's old town is also the weekly market that takes place on Sunday mornings at Plaça Nova. 

Sights to see in Palafrugell include the 
Cork Museum (Museu del Suro; history and production of cork; especially formerly an important industry); the Plaça Nova (charming town square in the heart of Palafrugell, surrounded by historic buildings and restauran); the 
Josep Pla Foundation (museum dedicated to the life and work of famous Catalan writer Josep Pla) the Sant Sebastià Lighthouse; the Can Mario Museum (contemporary art museum, housed in a former cork factory, displays works by Catalan artists) and the Cap Roig Botanical Garden (beautiful garden that features a wide variety of plants and flowers from all over the world, as well as stunning views of the Mediterranean; it also hosts the Cap Roig festival).

Begur

At the heart of the Empordà, Begur and its beaches are one of the many wonderful spots on the Costa Brava. The municipality is made up of a number of hills, and the old town together with the small Romanesque settlement of Esclanyà, and the small beaches that lie within its boundaries, make this a town worth the visit.
Places to visit are undoubtedly the medieval castle that overlooks the town, the numerous "Indies" houses (built in the colonial style), the 16th-century defensive towers (a legacy of the period when pirates sailed the Mediterranean), ...
Check out also the historic walking tours (la Ruta Indiana), and the coastal walking route: Camino de Ronda Sur, Nord, East).
Begur is also well known for its coast line with lany little bays and possibilities to swim and snorkle.

www.visitemporda.com

www.vivid.costabrava.org

www.visitempordanet.cat

www.visitemporda.com

www.salvador-dali.org

www.visitpalafrugell.com

www.fundaciojoseppla.cat

www.festivalmasroig.com

www.visitbegur.cat

www.whitesummer.com

www.climbfinder.com

Gastronomia enoturisme i productes locals

Consulta la informació a la casa.

www.cuinadelempordar.com

www.gastroteca.cat

www.rutadelvi.com

www.docat.cat

Cadaqués, Port-Lligat

Cadaqués is a fishing village in the Alt Empordà.
Close to the Cap de Creus, the village was practically cut off from the rest of the region until the end of the 19th century. 
Located at the highest point of the town of Cadaqués, the church of Santa Maria, a work from the 16th century, is an emblematic element in the Empordà landscape and forms one of the most noteworthy Baroque altarpieces in Catalonia.
In the past, Cadaqués depended on fishing and wine growing. However, its remote location made it increasingly attractive to tourists since the beginning of the 20th century. In addition, a number of famous Spanish artists settled in the picturesque village. Federico García Lorca, Pablo Picasso and Joan Miró contributed to the fame of Cadaqués. Many others also visited the town.

The surrealist artist Salvador Dalí had a villa in Port Lligat, just outside Cadaqués. Today this house is a museum (www.salvador-dali.org/en/museums/house-salvador-dali-in-portlligat/).

The house consists of a series of fishermen’s houses that Gala and Dalí joined together in the form of a labyrinth. This is where the artist found peace and inspiration to paint most of his works of art.

Portlligat's name can be explained because if we look at the sea from the beach, it seems as if this place was completely surrounded with land, as a lake. There are two islands, Portlligat's Island, and on the other side there is another smaller island, Sa Farnera.

El Port de la Selva

Port de la Selva is located in a deep bay formed by the peninsula of Cap de Creus and the mainland. 
Be sure to visit the Monestir de Sant Pere de Rodes, a Benedictine monastery from the 10th century (www.https://patrimoni.gencat.cat/es/monumentos/monuments/conjunto-monumental-de-sant-pere-de-rodes/).

The road from the monastery to El Port de la Selva winds down from a height of 500 m in a few kilometres.

The baroque façade and the heavy square bell tower of the 18th century Església de Santa Maria de les Neus dominate the townscape. 

Fishing had been the source of income for many years and the stock exchange where the catch was traded daily was the economic centre of El Port de la Selva until a few decades ago. The catch of the day consisted of crab, squid, white and red tuna, scorpion fish and monkfish.

El Cap de Creus

Located in the Alt Empordà, this protected natural area includes the municipalities of El Port de la Selva, La Selva de Mar, Llançà, Cadaqués, Palau-saverdera, Pau and Roses.

The natural park has a coastline with special cliffs, due to the erosion caused by the North Wind and the sea. This powerful Tramuntana wind has carved unique figures in it and shaped the landscape in a very special way.

The Cap de Creus is the easternmost point of the Iberian Peninsula and is located about 10 km northeast of Cadaqués.  You can reach the Cap de Creus from Cadaqués via a country road with many sharp bends, but you can also reach it on foot. On the way you will come across several coves and finally a lighthouse that stands 82 meters above the sea.

The area is the habitat of many rare species of birds, including various eagles, swifts, kestrels and black kites.

www.gencat.cat/parcs/cap_de_creus

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Girona

Suggestion for a 1 day trip

1. Plaça de la Independència
Different places to have a delicious breakfast. 
Discover the square and its history. 

2. Houses of Ondyar.
Famous colorful houses that decorate its banks. Cross over the city’s bridges.
Most significant is the Pont de les Peixateries Velles, built in red iron in 1876 and designed by Gustave Eiffel’s company. The other bridges (Puente de Piedra, Puente de San Agustí, and Puente de Gómez) will complete your walk.

3. Pujada de Sant Domènec
In the Barri Vell, we find a corner known as the Pujada de Sant Domènec. Here you will find the steps of the Church of San Martin, surrounded by the Casa Palacio de Caramany and Casa Agullana, with its picturesque arch.

4. El Call de Girona, the Jewish quarter
Also known as “El Call” in Catalan. It is one of the best-preserved Jewish quarters in all of Europe and is an essential part of the city’s rich history dating back to medieval times.
A key point of this neighborhood is the Museum of Jewish History, which offers a detailed overview of the life of the Jewish community in Girona over the centuries. 

5. Cathedral of Santa Maria
The construction of the cathedral began in the 11th century and continued for several centuries, encompassing architectural styles ranging from Romanesque to Gothic. 
Head up its staircase that has 90 steps divided into 3 sections. It was part of the filming of the series 'Game of Thrones'.

6. The Arab Baths One of the most outstanding architectural jewels of the city. Built in the twelfth century and inspired by the Roman baths and Muslim baths. The most remarkable element is the dome of the main hall.
The baths have also appeared in the famous Game of Thrones series, with Arya Stark as the main character.

7. Cathedral of Santa Maria
Plaça de Sant Feliu You find the famous Leona de Girona, and according to tradition, if you spot her, be sure to toss a coin and make a promise to return to the city.

8. Monastery of St. Peter of Galligants
Highlights include the Romanesque church, the cloister, and the bell tower.
The interior of the former Benedictine abbey houses the Museum of Archaeology of Catalonia, which collects archaeological materials found in the excavations of different sites in the region of Girona, ranging from prehistoric times to the Middle Ages.

9. Girona’s wall, 
Stroll along the Girona Wall. Built in Roman times and expanded in the Middle Ages. 

10. Gastronomy
When it comes to dining in Girona, we picked a couple of restaurants at random, and the result was a delightful success, 
However, the ultimate gastronomic experience in Girona is stepping into the world of the Roca family, the brains behind El Celler de Can Roca, one of the best restaurants in the world.

And for chocolate lovers, don’t miss Casa Cacao, a must-visit spot to indulge in their exquisite creations.

Other key places to see. Some of them are:
Parc de la Devesa
Plaça del Vi
Jardins des Alemanys
Rambla de la Libertat
Museu del Cinema
Convent of Sant Domènec

Figueres

Figueres, capital of the Alt Empordà, south of the Pyrenees and close to the French border.

The city is the birthplace and final resting place of the surrealist painter Salvador Dalí. Figueres is home to the Dalí Museum, with one of the largest collections of the painter's works. It is also the birthplace of the Catalan dance, the sardana. Of the old city wall, only the Torre Gorgot tower can be seen, as part of the Dalí Museum.

Here is a brief overview of beautiful sights in Figueres..

1. Teatre-Museu Dalí

This unique museum was designed by Salvador Dalí himself and houses the world's largest collection of works by the artist. He is even buried in the museum. Buy your ticket online in advance www.salvador-dali.org/ca/museus/teatre-museu-dali-de-figueres/

2. Museu de l’Empordà,

An interesting art museum with an extensive collection of paintings, sculptures and archaeological finds.

3. Església Sant Pere

A beautiful Gothic church, dating back to the 14th century and located next to the Dalí Museum.

4. Casa natal Salvador Dalí

Located in the old town of Figueres and the place where the famous surrealist artist was born on 11 May 1904. A building in traditional Catalan architecture with many original objects and memorabilia.

5. Parc Bosc

This beautiful city park has green spaces, walking paths and playgrounds for children. A great place to enjoy a picnic or take a quiet walk.

6. Castell de Sant Ferran

Built in the 18th century and once the largest military building in the world. Take a boat trip along the underground water reservoirs.

7. Museu del Joguet de Catalunya

If you are interested in toys and games...

8. Plaça de l’Ajuntament

The perfect place to enjoy local life and the bustling city life. Here you will find cozy cafes, restaurants and shops..

9. Plaça del Mercat

Visit the Mercat Municipal in Plaça del Mercat de Figueres. A half open, half covered market, where you can buy fresh produce. Discover local wines, cheeses, meats, ...

La Garrotxa

La Garrotxa is located in the north of Catalonia, in a spectacular volcanic area. Close to the Pyrenees.

The medieval village of Santa Pau is an absolute must because of its beautiful architecture.

Also visit the Zona Volcánica de la Garrotxa park, which is known for its numerous volcanoes. The many volcanic cones and remains of lava flows, originating from earlier eruptions..

In the middle of the city of Olot, the capital of la Garrotxa, lies the volcano Montsacopa, which owes its round shape to an eruption 100,000 years ago. The volcanic cone has a crater of almost 120 meters in diameter. In the center of Olot starts an easy walk to the top of the volcano and to the chapel of Sant Francesc, which was built during the second half of the 19th century. In the historic centre, the old street pattern has been preserved and you will find several buildings and monuments that were built after the earthquakes of 1427 and 1428. The Església de Sant Esteve, despite the many historical earthquakes, still stands and is the heart of the city. The most important work in the collection is a painting by El Greco, in which Jesus carries his cross.

Not far from Santa Pau, Vol de Coloms has been flying hot air balloons over the volcanic area for 25 years. Enjoy the local delicacies: bread with garlic and tomato or 'pa amb tomaquet', charcuterie, botifarra, fesols (traditional sausage and white beans), dessert, wine, ratafia and coffee.

Also worth seeing is the medieval village of Besalu. In addition to a charming center, the real eye-catcher is the Pont Vell, an 11th-century Romanesque bridge over the Fluvià river. Visit the underground Jewish bathhouse and the church of Sant Pere. The 11th-century Romanesque church belonged to a Benedictine monastery. Also nice to visit is Casa Llaudes. The building is modeled after a Romanesque monastery and is one of the best preserved examples of Romanesque architecture from the Middle Ages in Catalonia. See with your own eyes how the knights used to live.

Barcelona

Impossible to describe the options you have, when visiting Barcelona. Most important perhaps is that Barcelona can be reached easily by train. From the train station in Flaça - approx. 20 min. car drive from Mas dels Noguers - you find easy access to the city centre.

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