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Alt Empordà, Administrative division in northern Catalonia, Spain.

Alt Empordà extends from the Mediterranean coast to the Pyrenees mountains, encompassing 68 municipalities with Figueres serving as its capital center.

The region of Alt Empordà traces its origins to medieval times when it formed part of the County of Empúries under Carolingian rule.

The territory preserves numerous Romanesque churches, medieval castles, and traditional festivals that represent the Catalan heritage of northern Spain.

Alt Empordà connects France and Spain through La Jonquera border crossing, making it a central point for international commerce and tourism.

The region experiences strong northern winds called Tramuntana, which shapes the landscape and influences local architecture and agriculture.

Location: Comarques Gironines

Location: Province of Girona

Capital city: Figueres

Shares border with: Garrotxa, Pla de l'Estany, Gironès, Baix Empordà, Rosselló, Vallespir

Website: http://altemporda.org

GPS coordinates: 42.28810,2.93306

Latest update: May 27, 2025 11:42

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