Alt Empordà

Alt Empordà stretches from the Mediterranean coast to the Pyrenees mountains, encompassing many municipalities with Figueres as its administrative center. The landscape ranges from flat coastal plains to mountainous interior valleys and farming areas.

The region emerged in medieval times as part of the County of Empúries under Carolingian influence. Over the centuries it became an important territory within Catalonia, shaped by various political and economic forces.

The territory holds countless Romanesque churches, medieval fortifications, and traditional celebrations that shape how locals connect with their Catalan roots. These structures and gatherings form the backbone of community life throughout the region.

The region sits at the French border and connects to neighboring European countries through the La Jonquera crossing. Visitors can access both coastal and mountain areas easily thanks to multiple transportation routes throughout the territory.

The region experiences strong northern winds called Tramuntana that have shaped the landscape and local building traditions for generations. This persistent wind visibly influences how structures are designed and how crops are grown here.

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: December 7, 2025 10:05