Castell de Montgrí

The Castell de Montgrí (Montgrí Castle, 303 m) is one of Catalonia's most emblematic peaks and monuments, perched atop the massif of the same name, within the municipality of Torroella de Montgrí (Baix Empordà). Access is exclusively on foot, via a rocky path that is part of routes like the GR-92.

Integrated into the Montgrí, Medes Islands and Baix Ter Natural Park, the surrounding area features Mediterranean vegetation. From the summit, its dominant position offers an extraordinary vantage point with spectacular bird's-eye views of the entire Empordà plain, the coast, and even the Canigó massif. Geologically, the castle stands on limestone rock. A curious feature of the area is that, viewed from the plain, the massif's profile outlines the figure known as the "Dead Bishop".

Construction of the castle was ordered by King James II of Aragon on May 28, 1294, intended as a control point during a territorial conflict. The structure, an imposing square plan measuring 31 meters per side with four large cylindrical towers, showcases an architectural style imported from the East. Curiously, its construction was abruptly halted in 1301 and never completed. Despite being unfinished, archaeological evidence shows it was occupied by a small garrison until the late 15th century.