History and origins
The Camprodon Valley has a long history that can be seen throughout the territory. Located in the region of Ripollès in a privileged natural environment, it is a point of reference for well-being, with traditionally-prepared gastronomy rooted in its agricultural and livestock tradition, active shopping areas and cutting-edge sports activities.
The Valley's history dates back to the 10th Century. An architectural landscape with bridges, cobbled streets, monasteries and churches. Romaesque treasures steeped in charm that are not to be missed and a hiking tradition that offers a wide range of walks and the birth of skiing in our country.
Experiences
Beginnings of tourism in Catalonia
Thermal springs and natural landscapes steeped in history and which date back to the end of the 19th Century, when the bourgeoisie of Barcelona fled from the bustle of the city in search of disconnection, peace, tranquillity and well-being. A place where the fresh air could fill them with life and health!Mr Robert, a doctor and the mayor of Barcelona, promoted this idea by prescribing his patients a few days in Camprodon to breathe the fresh air and disconnect from the stress of the city. Thanks to this, many families came to the Valley interested in getting away and building second homes, and in 1924, Francesc Maristany created the Passeig de Maristany, a long, wide promenade with stately homes that made the Valley a place of reference for well-being and rural tourism.
First hiking trails of the Catalan hiking tradition
We are the pioneers of Catalan hiking, with the creation of the country's first network of trails and Catalonia's first mountain retreat, located in Ulldeter. This hiking tradition translates into a wide range of trails on foot or by bike around the area's most characteristic places, enjoying the fantastic natural landscapes that are mostly still intact today.
Pioneers in skiing in Catalonia
The Catalan Pyrenees have a unique natural heritage, with diverse geology, fauna and flora, that become a mountain paradise during the winter months. With almost 35 years of activity, Vallter 2000 was Catalonia's pioneering ski resort.