Castell de Montjuïc

Castell de Montjuïc is a baroque fortress in Girona featuring a square design with four corner bastions linked by thick defensive walls. The structure sits at 219 meters elevation and commands views over the surrounding plains and approaches to the city.

King Felipe IV ordered the fortress to be built in 1653 to guard the northern approach to Girona's plain, with construction finishing in 1675. The completed structure then served as a key defensive post that shaped military strategy in the region for many years.

The fortress takes its name from its hilltop location above Girona and represents military power during the baroque era. Walking through the site, you notice the massive stone construction and the layered defensive design that shaped daily life for soldiers stationed there.

The fortress can be reached from several points around its perimeter, and the grounds allow visitors to explore the different sections at their own pace. Parking is available on streets surrounding the Ronda del Fort Roig, making it straightforward to visit from the city below.

During the Peninsular War, French commander Marshal Suchet added a tower bearing his name in 1812 as part of military operations. The fortress was then decommissioned in 1814, marking an end to its active military service.

Location: Girona

Architectural style: baroque architecture

Elevation above the sea: 219 m

GPS coordinates: 41.99361,2.83167

Latest update: December 9, 2025 12:24