Empordaguia

Castelló d’Empúries is without doubt one of the main towns of the Grand Route of the Pyrenean Counties. From the 11th C. on, it was the capital of the County of Empúries. A walk through its streets reveals the charm of its medieval past.

Notable buildings

The Basilica of Santa Maria, also known as the “Cathedral of the Empordà”, is certainly the most notable building. It houses the Parish Museum with the fantastic gothic alabaster altarpiece and the unique Romanesque altar basin for adults and children; these pieces give the church something special.

Another remarkable building is the medieval Curia prison, which at present lodges the Tourism office and the Medieval History Museum of Castelló d’Empúries. The graffiti made by the prisoners on the walls of the cells are noteworthy, as well as a collection of Jewish gravestones, and the audiovisual presentation “Between the Crown and the Sword: the Saga of the Counts of Empúries” that recounts the medieval history of the town.

The history of bread
The Ecomuseum Farinera is also worth a visit. This is a restored medieval mill in a large industrial building. The exhibit shows the transformation of wheat to flour. A visit can be rounded off with a tour to the Natural Park of the Aiguamolls de l’Empordà, noteworthy for its great variety of birds and beautiful landscape.

Beaches and pools

The 25 Km long, level route of ponds connects the county capital with the various areas of the park and the beach of Empuriabrava and the mouth of the Muga along the Via Verda. The town hall offers visitors the 4x3 card that allows you to visit all 4 areas for only 3 €.

// FOTOS ARCHIVO DEPARTAMENTO DE TURISMO