Mollet de Peralada

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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. ()

Alternative names: Population: ~190 ppl (2019)Area: 2.32 mi²Coordinates: 42°21'36"N, 2°59'59"E

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Mollet de Peralada – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

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

3.7 miS
Forts and castles, Concerts and shows, Winery
Peralada Castle
94 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 miNE
Monastery, Church
Monestir de Sant Quirze de Colera
126 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...
4.9 miE
Forts and castles
Quermançó Castle, Cap de Creus
126 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.
5.2 miSW
Monastery
El Roure
132 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.
3.5 miE
42°21'6"N • 3°3'60"E
Centre de Reproducció de tortugues de l'Albera, Garriguella
88 min walk • Outdoor activities, Park, Zoo
6.4 miSW
Locality
Llers
162 min walk • Llers is a municipality in the comarca of Alt Empordà, Girona, Catalonia...
4.7 miSW
Locality
Pont de Molins
120 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.
2 miN
Winery, Wine tours
Empordà, Espolla
50 min walk • Empordà is a Spanish Denominación de Origen Protegida for wines produced in the northeastern corner of Catalonia, Spain in the province of Girona. The region generally extends from the town of Figueres northwards to the French border and the French wine-making regions of Banyuls and Côtes du Roussillon.
5.3 miSE
Locality
Vilajuïga
135 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...
3.6 miE
Locality
Vilamaniscle
92 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.
4.1 miW
Village
Capmany
106 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.