Llançà, town of history and nature,

extends between Cape Creus and Albera, in the north of the Costa Brava. It owes its charm and its tranquillity to its former history. Founded by the inhabitants of the coasts of Ampurdan fleeing the Saracen pirates, it was hidden from the eyes of plunderers but open to the world thanks to the Mediterranean. The city developed an economy based on oil and wine exports.
From this rich past, it preserves an 18th century Baroque parish church, and a Romanesque tower from the 13th century, that can be visited by going to the Plaça Major of Llançà.

Accepting new tourist development since the 1960s, the city is integrated into the philosophy of welcome of the Costa Brava by offering visitors many sporting and cultural possibilities.

Leisure and relaxation

A few suggestions

From Llançà, you can explore Cape Creus or the natural reserve of Albera. This reserve, delimited by the pass of El Pertus and the Mediterranean, is the easternmost of the Pyrenean mountains, separating Empordá from Roussillon. The crest marking the frontier, Albera extends over 25 kilometres at the heart of a protected ecological area.

The monastery Sant Pere de Rodes is a unique example of medieval architecture, endowed with a basilica dating from the 10th century whose vault has three very high naves. Worth visiting.

The Dolmen del mas de la mata is an impressive megalithic site with granite slabs.

Back in town, you can visit the tower of Llançà or the watercolour museum.

Sport

As a fishing port and marina, Llançà offers a range of services ensuring comfort for yachtsmen: water, electricity, fuel

A little gastronomy

In Llançà in one of the many restaurants, you will be able to eat all of the Catalan specialities of the Costa Brava based on rice, fish and local products. Wine, a tradition anchored in the area, will bring to these moments of relaxation, a little of this character specific to the Costa Brava.