The village

Located in the heart of the Empordà, the town of Begur and its beaches make up one of the most wonderful places on the Costa Brava. Its municipal area is formed by a set of hills called the Begur Massif, and an extensive coastline, bathed by the Mediterranean Sea.

Both the old town of Begur, formed by multiple monuments that have remained as a legacy of the most significant moments in its history; the small Romanesque center of Esclanyà, or the eight coves and small beaches that belong to Begur, form an unparalleled ensemble and landscape environment.

Historic Center

Begur is a town with a deep historical personality. In the shelter of its medieval castle, coral miners, fishermen, Indian fishermen and cork miners have played the leading roles in brilliant pages of a history that is reflected in every street, every house and every corner of the town.

The best-known image of Begur is undoubtedly the medieval castle that presides over the municipality, but we also find other interesting places to visit, such as the numerous Indian houses (colonial-style buildings, built by Begur residents who emigrated to “the Americas” in the 19th century fleeing the economic crisis of the time, and who later returned with a significant fortune), the 16th-century defense towers (a legacy of the time when pirates sailed the Mediterranean and built by Begur residents as a means of refuge against their assaults), the church (a Gothic-style building dedicated to Sant Pere) or other historical buildings such as the Casino Cultural or the Escoles Velles.

Esclanyà

Esclanyà is part of the municipality of Begur, and is located in the northwestern sector of the municipal area. Until the late Middle Ages it was a possession of the Lord of Cruïlles.

The town is structured around the church of Sant Esteve d’Esclanyà, mentioned in documents in 1280. The church contains elements from different Romanesque periods from the 10th century, which indicates the existence of a previous temple.

Its castle, popularly known as the Torre d’Esclanyà, is a 14th-century building. The large rectangular tower from the Romanesque period, with battlements on the north side, is currently preserved.

Traditionally, the economy of Esclanyà was based on the cultivation of vineyards and olive trees. The production of tiles represented the main industrial activity.