La Jonquera, Border municipality in Alt Empordà, Spain
Description
La Jonquera is a border municipality in the Alt Empordà region that connects Spain and France. The town sits in a mountainous area and functions as a major crossing point between the two countries.
History
The border between Spain and France was established through international treaties in the 17th century. La Jonquera then developed into a strategic location along this border line.
Culture
The Exile Memorial Museum displays stories of people who crossed the border and had to leave their homeland behind. The exhibitions document moving moments from different periods of border crossing and displacement.
Practical
The town offers services for travelers including shops, fuel stations, and places to stay. Visitors will find everything they need for a border crossing or a brief stop.
Did you know?
The settlement of Els Límits sits right at the French border and connects directly with the opposite French town across the line. This immediate side-by-side arrangement shows how close the two countries are here.
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