Hostalric

Hostalric is a town located in the region of La Selva, in the province of Gerona. Declared a Site of National Interest, the town preserves one of the most outstanding monumental legacies of medieval Catalonia and is known for its impressive wall and modern castle, which preside over the town. Its strategic location, between the Tordera River and the Montseny Mountains, makes Hostalric a privileged place for lovers of nature and history.

The old town, surrounded by walls, invites visitors to take a trip back in time. Hostalric was a fortified town of great importance during the Middle Ages, thanks to its position as a natural passage between Girona and Barcelona. Its narrow cobbled streets, houses with gabled roofs and medieval architectural elements are a good example of the historical wealth that this town holds.

This small town remains an interesting destination for lovers of history, heritage and nature, with a wide variety of signposted routes thanks to its proximity to Montseny and the Costa Brava. Good road and rail links make Hostalric an easily accessible place.

Places of interest

Hostalric Castle

The medieval castle of Hostalric is undoubtedly one of its most emblematic elements. Located on a volcanic hill overlooking the village, the castle played a fundamental role during the War of Independence. From the 18th century onwards, the castle underwent several transformations to adapt to the defensive needs of the modern era. Today, visitors can explore this magnificent monument and discover its various functions throughout history, enjoying a spectacular view of the village and its surroundings from its walls.

Medieval Wall

The Medieval Wall that surrounds the old town is another of Hostalric's jewels. This wall, which dates back to the 14th century, extends for 600 metres and has 10 well-preserved towers. One of the most notable is the Torre de los Frailes, which offers spectacular views of the town and the surrounding nature. The walk along the wall's path allows visitors to enjoy a unique panoramic view and understand the strategic importance that Hostalric had during the Middle Ages.

Bombproof Gallery

Located in the fortress of Hostalric, this underground gallery is three hundred metres long and is a real hidden treasure. This corridor connects the lower part of the fortress with the main bastion and was a very important route during times of siege, providing shelter and security to the soldiers and inhabitants of the medieval village.

Tower of the Friars

The Torre de los Frailes is one of the most important medieval buildings in Hostalric, standing out for its considerable height and volume compared to the other towers. With a height of about 33 metres, it has three museum floors and a viewing platform. The structure sits on the rock, with a base that is wider than the top of the wall.

Chronologically, it dates back to the 13th century and is located outside the walled enclosure. Its name comes from the convent of the Minim Fathers that was just opposite, where the Town Hall is located today. In terms of its construction, blocks of basalt stone from the castle outcrop were used, as well as lime extracted from the Montnegre mountains.

Barcelona Portal

The Portal de Barcelona is one of the four access gates to the walled enclosure and one of the most emblematic images of the town.

As its name suggests, it was the gateway to the road coming from Barcelona, with the old Camino Real passing right next to it. At the beginning of the 20th century, the original arch disappeared, and years later, in 1969, it was rebuilt slightly further back from its original location. Like the walls, it is built from basalt stone.