Things to do
L’Escala, a landmark on the Costa Brava
L’Escala was founded in the 16thC as a small fishing port which was dependant on the neighbouring municipality of Empúries. This site was the landing point for the civilizations of Greece and Rome on the Iberian Peninsula. The Hellenic dock, with over two thousand years of history, has been preserved to this day. In recognition of the historical importance of Empúries, in 1992 it was a witness of honor at the arrival of the torch that lit the cauldron at the opening of the Olympic Games in Barcelona.
In 1766 l’Escala officially obtained the status of main town, in a time of great economic prosperity thanks to its deep rooted marine activities, such as the transportation of salt, fishing and the export of wine and salted fish.
L’Escala is a unique and special place, which has been known for a long time as an attractive and welcoming village, thanks also to its great geographical location: a privileged and easily accessible place on the Costa Brava
Les Planasses - L’Escala National Park
Les Planasses is a spectacular natural area within the Montgrí, Medes Islands and Baix Ter Natural Park located next to the port of L’Escala. It brings together different habitats consisting of dunes, pine woods and cliffs, being home to some unique flora species set in a landscape bound to impress you. There are also pebbly coves where you can take a dip and an interesting seabed for snorkelling and diving. Further east stands Montgó Tower, which served as a place to watch out for pirates. It is well worth a visit, as you will enjoy breathtaking views of the Bay of Roses, the town and Cala Montgó beach.
Dalí Museum - the World’s largest collection of Salvador Dalí
One of cultural attractions of the area par excellence is the Dalí Museum, in Figueres, which holds the largest collection of major works by the artist. It is a must, both for art lovers and for the general public, for the peculiarity and even the extravagance of some of the works exhibited.
https://www.salvador-dali.org/en/museums/dali-theatre-museum-in-figueres/
Empúries Greek and Roman Ruins - Archaeology Museum of Catalonia – Empúries (MAC):
The Empuries Ruins, located less than two kilometres from l’Escala 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.
Wine and Gastronomy
Costa Brava’s gastronomic tradition brings it’s landscape and history to the plate. A cuisine of the mountains, volcanic lands, of fisherman, and fusions of the mountains and the sea. Restaurants and bars across L’Escala bring the Girona Pyrenees and the Mediteran together for you to enjoy.
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