Camprodon

Camprodon is a mountain settlement in the Pyrenees positioned at roughly 947 meters elevation where the Ter and Ritort rivers meet near the French border. The town spreads across both riverbanks, with the geography shaping how the community is organized around these waterways.

The settlement gained official status in 1118 when Ramon Berenguar III granted permission to establish a market near the Sant Pere monastery. This early authorization marked the moment when the community began to develop into an organized municipality.

The Sant Pere monastery and the Santa Maria church stand as physical reminders of how faith shaped the community's development over centuries. Today, these sites reflect the spiritual traditions that continue to influence daily life in town.

The C-38 road links the town to neighboring communities and provides access to mountain areas for outdoor activities throughout the year. Plan your visit considering that weather conditions in the higher elevations can change quickly and significantly.

The medieval Pont Nou stone bridge spans the Ter River and serves as the central gathering point that has linked the two sides of town for centuries. Locals and visitors pass through this crossing as a natural hub connecting the community.

Location: Ripollès

Inception: 1118

Capital city: Camprodon

Elevation above the sea: 947 m

Shares border with: Montagut i Oix, La Vall de Bianya, Sant Pau de Segúries, Sant Joan de les Abadesses, Ogassa, Vilallonga de Ter, Llanars, Molló, Prats-de-Mollo-la-Preste, Lamanère

Website: https://camprodon.cat

GPS coordinates: 42.31180,2.36480

Latest update: December 13, 2025 23:00