Nature
The natural environment surrounding Llançà is a unique treasure, where the contrast of landscapes and ecosystems creates an unrivalled atmosphere. From the mountains to the sea, every corner offers an opportunity to connect with nature in its purest state.
Discover the natural parks, protected areas and landscape elements that make this region an essential place for nature lovers.
Elements of landscape interest
Be amazed by the landscapes and natural viewpoints that capture the essence of the territory. Each of these points will offer you a unique view of the local geography and allow you to enjoy impressive views and natural diversity.
At Coll de les Portes you can enjoy a stunning panoramic view over the Llançà valley, an ideal place to capture the natural beauty of the surroundings. Puig d'Esquers, the highest peak in the municipality of Llançà, offers spectacular views that encompass both the sea and the mountains, making it perfect for lovers of hiking and photography. Riera d'en Prim maintains a constant flow of water throughout the year, providing an ideal space for those seeking calm and contact with the most authentic nature.
From the Mirador del Coll Perer you can enjoy stunning views over Port de la Selva and Port de Llançà, a landscape that will leave everyone breathless. Cap Ras, a unique space that combines dunes, coastal vegetation and ancient vestiges of dune buildings, separates the municipalities of Colera and Llançà, offering a wealth of landscapes. Finally, Ribera de Valleta, a typical Cap de Creus riverbank, is filled with water only during the rainy season, providing a changing natural landscape full of life in every season.
Natural parks and protected areas
This territory is home to some of the richest and best preserved natural spaces in Spain. The natural parks and protected areas you will find here are perfect for those seeking a deep connection with nature.
Cap de Creus is a maritime-terrestrial natural park that summarises the natural wealth of the Alt Empordà. Since it was declared a natural park in 1998, it has been considered one of the largest areas of ecological and scenic interest in Catalonia, with geological formations of incomparable beauty and unique endemic fauna. The park is home to marine ecosystems, Mediterranean vegetation and native species, making it an essential destination for nature lovers.
Aiguamolls de l'Empordà are one of the most important wetlands in the Mediterranean, and are located mainly in the municipality of Castelló d'Empúries. This natural space is a benchmark for the coexistence of water, land and fauna, especially the nearly 350 species of birds, many of which are protected. This place is also home to vegetation of great biological and landscape value, which combines rice plantations and pasture areas.
Sierra de la Albera, the easternmost section of the Pyrenees, is considered a Natural Site of National Interest. This mountain range offers a unique combination of central European vegetation, such as beech and oak forests, in the western sector, and Mediterranean vegetation, with cork oak forests, in the eastern sector. In addition, it is home to endemic animal species of great interest, such as the Mediterranean tortoise, whose population is protected in Garriguella through a reproduction centre dedicated to the conservation of the species.
The three parks and protected areas offer optimal routes for visitors, where you can enjoy landscapes with great chromatic impact and unique biodiversity.