The Aiguamolls de l’Empordá Nature Park is worth a visit at any time of the year! The protected nature reserve invites you to walk, hike, photograph and discover.
Aiguamolls at a glance
- Nature Park since: 1983
- Visitor: For walking, hiking, photography and discovery, in any season
- birds: Over 300 species, including flamingos. More in the post Aiguamolls – nature reserve in the Empordà
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The noble Camargue horses feel particularly comfortable in Aiguamolls! -
As painted by Dalí himself…
The nature park is located in the Old Empordá on the Costa Brava and enchanted under a bright blue sky with green nature, a view of the Pyrenees and diverse wildlife.
Today’s area of the swamp and dune landscape is divided into two and extends between the rivers Fluvià and Muga. On the other hand, it borders on the Gulf of Roses.
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You discover an old ruin hidden in the countryside.. -
Panoramic view from one of the viewpoints in the nature park
For bird watchers is the nature park Aiguamolls de l’Empordá Pure Paradise! Viewpoints, which give a view of the often flooded landscape and its biodiversity – are the perfect place to observe, listen and take photos.
In addition to turtles, ducks, dragonflies and butterflies – storks feel very comfortable here! If you’re lucky, you’ll also find flamingos.
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cattle… -
& calves.
The well-signposted hiking trails lead through reeds, moor and boardwalks to idyllic places where you can experience a wonderful break from everyday life.
In the information center right next to the parking lot, there are also maps with drawn routes – sturdy shoes and telescopes are recommended on a discovery tour in the Aiguamolls de l’Empordá!
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Sometimes The Paths Are Flooded… -
Fortunately there are the wooden walkways!
Frequently asked questions about the nature park
Can you explore the Aiguamolls on foot or by bike?
Yes, the nature park invites you to go for a walk and hike. We describe a bike tour in By bike through the Aiguamolls.
What animals live there?
Camargue horses, flamingos, geese and storks are part of it. A total of over 300 bird species have been detected.
Sources for the information in the box and in the questions: Empordà Turisme: Aiguamolls, Visit Roses: Aiguamolls, Naturaki: Aiguamolls, Birding in Spain: Cortalet. Opening times change, please check before visiting.
More on this: By bike through the Aiguamolls de l’Empordà in Catalonia, Aiguamolls – nature reserve in the Empordà.
