Torroella de Montgrí - L'Estartit
Torroella de Montgrí - L'Estartit
Mediterranean history, nature and culture
Located on the Costa Brava, in the Baix Empordà region, the municipality of Torroella de Montgrí - L'Estartit combines the historical richness of a medieval town with the natural beauty of its beaches and coves.
Torroella de Montgrí, the largest urban center in the municipality, stands out for its imposing silhouette crowned by Montgrí Castle, a 13th century fortress that dominates the horizon and offers an incomparable panoramic view of the Empordà plain and the Mediterranean Sea. The old town of Torroella, with its cobbled streets and quiet squares, invites you to stroll and discover its charming corners. Its cultural heritage unfolds through its historic buildings, such as the church of Santa Caterina, a jewel of Catalan Gothic.
L'Estartit, located by the sea, is renowned for its beaches of fine sand and crystal clear waters, which delight sun and sea lovers. However, its greatest attraction resides in the Medes Islands, an archipelago of seven islands and islets that form one of the most important marine ecosystems in the western Mediterranean. The Medes Islands are a paradise for divers and nature lovers, as they are home to a great diversity of marine species and are protected as a nature reserve. In addition to its natural beauty, Torroella de Montgrí - L'Estartit offers a wide range of cultural and leisure activities. Throughout the year, the town hosts events such as concerts, music festivals, food fairs and art exhibitions, which enrich the cultural life of the local community and attract visitors from all over.
The local gastronomy is another of the great attractions of the area, with a culinary offer based on local products and traditional recipes. The fish and seafood dishes are particularly popular, highlighting the succulent Palamós prawn or the Estartit romesco, accompanied by wines from the Empordà appellation of origin.
In short, Torroella de Montgrí - L'Estartit is an incomparable tourist destination that combines history, nature and culture in a privileged environment on the Costa Brava. With its rich historical heritage, its idyllic beaches and its diverse activities, it is a place that captivates and falls in love with all who have the pleasure of visiting it.
Torroella de Montgrí, the largest urban center in the municipality, stands out for its imposing silhouette crowned by Montgrí Castle, a 13th century fortress that dominates the horizon and offers an incomparable panoramic view of the Empordà plain and the Mediterranean Sea. The old town of Torroella, with its cobbled streets and quiet squares, invites you to stroll and discover its charming corners. Its cultural heritage unfolds through its historic buildings, such as the church of Santa Caterina, a jewel of Catalan Gothic.
L'Estartit, located by the sea, is renowned for its beaches of fine sand and crystal clear waters, which delight sun and sea lovers. However, its greatest attraction resides in the Medes Islands, an archipelago of seven islands and islets that form one of the most important marine ecosystems in the western Mediterranean. The Medes Islands are a paradise for divers and nature lovers, as they are home to a great diversity of marine species and are protected as a nature reserve. In addition to its natural beauty, Torroella de Montgrí - L'Estartit offers a wide range of cultural and leisure activities. Throughout the year, the town hosts events such as concerts, music festivals, food fairs and art exhibitions, which enrich the cultural life of the local community and attract visitors from all over.
The local gastronomy is another of the great attractions of the area, with a culinary offer based on local products and traditional recipes. The fish and seafood dishes are particularly popular, highlighting the succulent Palamós prawn or the Estartit romesco, accompanied by wines from the Empordà appellation of origin.
In short, Torroella de Montgrí - L'Estartit is an incomparable tourist destination that combines history, nature and culture in a privileged environment on the Costa Brava. With its rich historical heritage, its idyllic beaches and its diverse activities, it is a place that captivates and falls in love with all who have the pleasure of visiting it.
