Capmany: The best-kept secret of the Costa Brava

The Empordà that doesn't appear in tourist guides

When most travellers think of the Costa Brava, they picture the coves of Cadaqués, the promenade of Roses or the beaches of Llançà. And understandably so: the coast of the Alt Empordà is, without doubt, one of the most beautiful landscapes in the Mediterranean. But the Empordà is much more than its coastline. Inland, far from the tourist crowds and the noise of summer, there is a territory that has managed to preserve its authenticity, its unhurried pace and its deep soul. And at the heart of this territory lies Capmany.

Capmany is one of those villages that curious travellers discover by chance and never forget. A village of stone and wine, of cobbled streets and houses with dry-stone gateways, surrounded by vineyards and cork oaks, at the foot of the imposing Serra de l'Albera.

Capmany and wine: A centuries-long love story

If there is one thing that defines Capmany, it is wine. The village is one of the most important centres of the DO Empordà, one of the oldest and most distinctive appellations in Catalonia, characterised by wines with character, shaped by the tramontane and the sandy soil of the area.

Capmany's winemaking tradition is centuries old. Vineyards have been part of the village landscape since the Middle Ages, and today the municipality is home to some of the most interesting wineries in the DO Empordà. Wineries like Oliveda or Arché Pagès offer guided tours and wine tastings.

From El Riad de l'Empordà, we organise wine tastings featuring a selection of the finest wines from local cellars, accompanied by artisan cheeses and cured meats from the area.

The Serra de l'Albera: Where the Pyrenees meet the sea

Capmany is the gateway to the Albera Natural Area, a protected space of extraordinary beauty and natural richness. The Albera is the last foothill of the Pyrenees before the mountain range plunges into the Mediterranean.

Hiking routes: The Albera offers a network of paths and trails for all levels, from gentle walks among cork oaks to demanding climbs with panoramic views over the Empordà plain and the coast.

Megalithic heritage: The Albera is home to one of the most important concentrations of dolmens and menhirs in Catalonia and the entire Iberian Peninsula. Prehistoric monuments like the Cabana Arqueta Dolmen or the Mas Baleta Menhir, silent witnesses to a civilisation that inhabited this territory over 5,000 years ago.

Cork oaks: The cork oak forests of the Albera are one of the most characteristic and valuable ecosystems in the area. The cork oak is an extraordinary tree: its bark can be harvested without felling the tree, meaning each harvest is an act of respect for nature.

Capmany: A village with history and character

Beyond wine and nature, Capmany is a village with a rich history and unmistakable character. Its old town, with cobbled streets and dry-stone houses, is a labyrinth of corners that invites discovery. The Church of Santa Àgata, with its Romanesque bell tower, dominates the townscape.

Strategic location: Everything nearby, yet far from it all

One of the great attractions of Capmany is its strategic location:

Capmany awaits: Come and discover the secret

If you are looking for a destination that combines authenticity, nature, gastronomy and culture, Capmany is your place. A village that has not yielded to the pressure of mass tourism, that has preserved its identity and that offers its visitors a genuine and memorable experience. And to experience Capmany with the utmost comfort and exclusivity, El Riad de l'Empordà opens its doors to you. We look forward to welcoming you.