Empordà, Espolla

#1 among attractions in Espolla

Winery, Wine tours, Eat and drink

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Empordà is a Spanish Denominación de Origen Protegida for wines produced in the northeastern corner of Catalonia, Spain in the province of Girona. ()

Local name: Ampurdán Area: 6.83 mi²Coordinates: 42°23'18"N, 3°0'4"E

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Empordà – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Peralada Castle, Requesens Castle, Monestir de Sant Quirze de Colera, Quermançó Castle.

5.6 miS
Forts and castles, Concerts and shows, Winery
Peralada Castle
143 min walk • Nestled in the picturesque region of Catalonia, Peralada Castle is a historical gem that captures the essence of Spain's rich cultural heritage. This majestic fortress, dating back to the medieval period, stands as a testament to the architectural prowess of the era...
4.9 miNW
History museum, Forts and castles
Requesens Castle, Cantallops
127 min walk • Requesens Castle is a historical building in the municipality of Cantallops, Catalonia, Spain. The edifice is characterized by a triple line of walls, with square and rounded towers, portals and merlons. In the lower court is the chapel, including Romanesque elements from original structures of the area, or of French inspiration.
3.5 miNE
Monastery, Church
Monestir de Sant Quirze de Colera
90 min walk • Nestled in the serene foothills of the Pyrenees in Catalonia, Spain, the Monestir de Sant Quirze de Colera stands as a testament to the spiritual and architectural legacy of the region. This ancient Benedictine monastery, dating back to the 9th century, is a site of...
5.7 miSE
Forts and castles
Quermançó Castle, Cap de Creus
146 min walk • The Quermançó Castle is located about 2 km north of Vilajuïga, Spain, situated on top of a remote hill and directly accessible only on foot from a small road that turns off the N-260. The history of the castle dates back to 1078. It was owned by Counts in the Empúries region.
6.4 miSW
Monastery
El Roure
163 min walk • The monastery of Santa María del Roure, referred to as El Roure by locals, is a ruined monastery to the northwest of Pont de Molins at the top of the Sierra de los Tramonts. Mostly Gothic-era portions of the building are preserved.
4.2 miSE
42°21'6"N • 3°3'60"E
Centre de Reproducció de tortugues de l'Albera, Garriguella
107 min walk • Outdoor activities, Park, Zoo
2 miS
Locality
Mollet de Peralada
50 min walk • Mollet de Peralada is a municipality in the comarca of Alt Empordà, Girona, Catalonia, Spain. It is split into two parts, the north-western part containing most of the population.
6.2 miSW
Locality
Pont de Molins
159 min walk • Pont de Molins is a municipality in the comarca of Alt Empordà, Girona, Catalonia, Spain. The ruins of the Monastery of Santa María del Roure are to the northwest.
6.4 miSE
Locality
Vilajuïga
163 min walk • One of the main attractions in Vilajuïga is the Sant Pere de Rodes Monastery, a stunning example of Romanesque architecture nestled in the mountains overlooking the village. Visitors can take a guided tour of the monastery and learn about its fascinating history, or...
3.5 miE
Locality
Vilamaniscle
90 min walk • Vilamaniscle is a municipality in the comarca of Alt Empordà, Girona, Catalonia, Spain. It is located in the western part of the Serra de la Baga d'en Ferràn, a branch of the Albera Range. Much of its municipal term is covered with pine and cork oak trees. The main crops are olives and grapes.
4.2 miW
Village
Capmany
109 min walk • Capmany is a paradise for wine lovers, with its proximity to the renowned Empordà wine region. Visitors can take a leisurely stroll through the vineyards, sampling the local wines and learning about the traditional winemaking process.