Markets

Sunday	Palafrugell (also fruit & veg, fish & meat every day), L'Escala, Roses
Monday	Torroella de Montgri, Cadaques, Olot
Tuesday	Pals, Besalu, Girona, Lloret de Mar, Palamos
Wednesday	Begur, Banyoles
Thursday	L'Estartit, Figueres, Calonge, Tossa de Mar
Friday	La Bisbal
Saturday	Girona, Empuriabrava

Aigumolls (Emporda Marshes (Natural Park)

Is the home of many interesting species of plants and animals and a haven for migrating birds (mainly March-May and August to October, although there is always something to see all year round). Situated between L'Escala and Roses.

Sant Sebastia (Palafrugell)

To the East of Palafrugell, between Llafranc and Tamariu. The hotel (4 Star) offers a home to an 18th Century chapel. The restaurant "El Far" is excellent and the views are outstanding.

Culture Centre 'Ca La Pruna' (Pals)

Here you can find the underwater archaeological museum, a Catalan wine and champagne exhibition, painting and sculpture exhibitions and also a display of some of the utensils belonging to the first chemist in Pals.

The Church (Pals)

The church has existed since 997 and some of the stones used in its construction came from the old castle. Here you can find a mixture of styles, Romanesque, Gothic, Baroque and a bell from the XVIII Century.

The Castle (Pals)

The castle which dates from the IX Century was the scene of many hard battles and was completely destroyed in 1478. King John II gave his permission to use the stones to finish the church leaving only the tower "Torre de L'Homentage" and one arch of the castle itself. A private villa owned by the Pi Figueres family now occupies the castle land. Despite being a relatively modern building (1948) it was built in accordance with the gothic style of the old town.

The Castle (Begur)

It is an old castle at the top of the village. It is in ruins but worth a visit as it is a view point for the whole of the village and some of the local beaches.

Peratallada

The old town of Peratallada is famous for its medieval architecture. It is extraordinarily attractive and beautiful. The old moat surrounding this old town, which no longer has water it it, is what the town was named after - Pedra Tallada (carved rock). It's real attraction is that it has managed to preserve its rural character and at the same time offer the visitor shops and restaurants of great quality, in keeping with its cultural history. It is a must to dine out here for at least one evening.

Ullastret

If you like museums this is a must. Only a few miles from Casa Nora towards Toroella and West. It was once a port and you can see how the water has receded a couple of kilometers to where the coast line now is. Even if you don't like museums it is still worth a visit just for the views and countryside.

Banyoles

Banyoles is less than an hour away from Casa Nora. It is an idyllic lakeside setting surrounded by the foothills of the Pyrenees. This was the setting for the 1995 Olympic Games rowing events when Stephen Redgrave won his 4th Olympic title.

Cadaques

This is where Salvador Dali had his second home. It is an attractive little fishing port accessed by a twisting mountainous road. The Dali Museum is more interesting than most.

La Bisbal

Not pretty but if you want to do any shopping for pottery this is the place. They make it all here.

Barcelona

Too much to mention here. You need plenty of time to do it justice. For more information see About Barcelona Travel Guide.

Andorra

It is a two day trip there and back from Casa Nora. A bit like mini Switzerland with duty free prices.