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Cap de Creus
Natural Park
Somewhere between the earth and the sea, the Cap
de Creus Natural Park offers a landscape of
incomparable diversity and beauty. Dolmens and
castles, sea-cliffs and vines dominate the valleys and
the hills, while in the sea, curiously-shaped islets and
reefs conceal spectacular coralline depths and a
wealth of marine species. Let yourself be carried by the
wind and water to this earthly paradise with its host of
treasures.
The Cap de Creus Natural Park, with a total area of
13,843 hectares, is Spain's first maritime-terrestrial
park. It is located in the Alt Empordà region and
includes the municipalities of Cadaqués, El Port de la
Selva, La Selva de Mar, Llançà, Vilajuïga, Pau,
Palausaverdera and Roses. It was created in 1998 to
protect the Cap de Creus peninsula and its marine
surroundings.
The Park is divided into two parts: land, with a surface
area of 10,780 hectares, and the marine area, of
3,064 hectares. The land area encompasses three
Natural Sites of National Interest (NSNI): to the North,
the NSNI of Cap Gros-Cap de Creus; to the south, the
NSNI of Punta Falconera-Cap Norfeu; and to the West,
the NSNI of the Rodes mountain range. The first two,
moreover, include two Strict Nature Reserves (SNR):
the Cap de Creus SNR, with the islands of S'Encalladora
and Massa d'Or, and the Cap Norfeu INR. As for the
marine zone, the Natural Park encompasses the area
around the Cap de Creus peninsula, from the end of the
Bol Nou point to the cove of Tamariua (El Port de la
Selva), to Falconera point (Roses), excluding the bay of
Cadaqués. The width of the protected zone varies
between 0.2 and 1.3 miles. Within this protected
marine zone there are three Partial Nature Reserves
(PNR): Els Farallons (between Brescó and the Tres
Frares point), Cap de Creus (between the island of
Culleró and the Jugadora cove) and Cap Norfeu.
Finally, there is also an Integral marine reserve,
S'Encalladora (to the north of the island).
Cap de Creus is renowned for its breathtaking
landscapes, with the exceptional beauty of the coastal
areas providing a contrast with the interior areas,
where often human action has had a lasting influence
on the harmony and shaping of the landscape we can
see today. It is important to mention the rich
architectural heritage of the area, represented to
perfection in the monastery of Sant Pere de Rodes, and
the interest of the land and marine archaeological
sites, and Dali's haven at Portlligat.
The waters surrounding the Cap de Creus peninsula
are very clean, with extremely low levels of pollution.
The morphology of the coast, with its sea-cliffs, rocks,
islets, reefs, coves and bays, and the nature of its rocky
bottom (which can reach great depths) and sediments
also offer enormous diversity of habitats for marine
creatures, a diversity that leads to extremely rich
submarine life, to which the algae and the coral pools
bear the best witness. The centuries-old fishing activity
and the more recent tourist activity have left their
mark, especially on the fish community, but despite
everything, the richness of the zone, including its fish
species, is evident.
A UNIQUE AREA
The Cap de Creus peninsula is the easternmost point
of the Iberian Peninsula, on the Mediterranean side of
the axial Pyrenees. It is a natural area of the first order,
with its very particular geological make-up of
structures and outcrops that make the area unique in
the world, and fundamental to our understanding of
the geological evolution of the oldest lands in
Catalonia. From a biological point of view, Cap de
Creus stands out for its rich and varied plant life, a direct
result of its bio-geographical situation. This plant life is
a coexistence of Mediterranean and non-Mediterranean
elements, and is privileged by the presence of numerous
rare species, some of which are endemic.
This multiplicity of biotopes is also reflected in the
area's fauna, and it should be remembered that this
natural area still offers a great deal of potential for the
recovery of endangered species.
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This page: Monastery of Sant Pere de Rodes, in the very centre of
the Park, where the Information Centre is located. Palace of l'Abat.
El Port de la Selva.
Photo: Archives of the Natural Park
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Front cover and previous page: views of Cap de Creus.
Authors: Archives of the Natural Park and LMDG
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FAUNA
The fauna of Cap de Creus encompasses both land
and sea. The on-land area of the Park, thanks to its
situation, is ideal for bird watching, which can be
spectacular here. Under the water, the diversity of
marine environments allows the existence of
spectacular coral colonies and a vast array of fish
species.
Of the land-living invertebrates in the Park, there
are three species that stand out and that have been
protected due to their rarity. These are the coleopteran
( Pseudochlamys raholai ), the heteropteran
( Campylosteia serena ) and, above all, the snail
(Mastigophallus rangianus), a species endemic to Cap
de Creus.
Amphibians are well represented, with populations of
almost all the species in the country, from the tiny
European tree frog ( Hyla meridionalis ) to the
common European toad (Bufo bufo).
Among the area's reptiles is the Mediterranean
terrapin ( Mauremys leprosa ). Other frequentlyobserved reptiles are the eyed lizard (Lacerta lepida)
and the Moorish gecko (Tarentola mauritanica).
Of the land-living vertebrates, however, it is the birds
that stand out the most. With the already-mentioned
geographical and botanical peculiarities, Cap de Creus
is a privileged spot for birdwatchers, especially in
spring and autumn, when migration takes place.
On the sea-cliffs, Bonelli's eagles (Hieraetus fasciatus)
can be seen, along with peregrine falcons (Falco
peregrinus) and Eurasian eagle owls (Bubo bubo). Of
specifically sea birds, there are various species of gulls,
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the common shag (Phalacrocorax aristotelis), the
shearwater (Puffinus sp.), the tern (Sterna sp.), and
the northern gannet (Sula bassana).
The seabed is very rich, thanks to the low levels of
pollution in the waters. The presence of red coral
(Corallium rubrum) and of red gorgonian (Paramuricea
sp.) is of particular interest. The American lobster
(Homarus americanus) and the common spiny lobster
(Palinurus elephas) provide company for a wide variety
of fish, among which should be noted the white sea
bream (Diplodus sargus), saddled sea bream (Oblada
melanura), salema (Sarpa salpa), large-scaled
scorpion fish (Scorpaena scrofa) and dusky grouper
(Epinephelus guaza).
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VEGETATION
The plant life of Cap de Creus has been marked by
climatology and human activity. A substantial part of
the landscape is an enormous, abandoned vineyard,
supported by dry stone walls. Moreover, the frequent,
persistent strong wind has forced the plant life to
adapt to its gusts.
There is very little of the area that is covered by trees.
Of those trees that there are, the most common are
the Aleppo pine (Pinus halepensis) and the cork oak
( Quercus suber ). Very occasionally, on some
riverbanks, there are small-leaved elm (Ulmus minor),
narrowleaf ash (Fraxinus angustifolia), alder (Alnus
glutinosa), hazel (Corylus avellana) and willow (Salix
sp.). In the shadier and more sheltered spots we can
find the Holm oak (Quercus ilex) and the downy oak
(Quercus humilis).
Most of the surface area in the Park is covered by
heath and scrubland, the most abundant species
being mastic (Pistacia lentiscus), prickly juniper
(Juniperus oxycedrus), tree heath and besom heath
(Erica arborea and E. scoparia ), narrow-leaved,
sage-leaved and white-leaved rock rose (Cistus
monspeliensis, C. salviifolius and C. albidus) and
thorny broom (Calicotome spinosa).
In the coastal area we can find those plants that are
better adapted to the wind and salinity, which are also
without a doubt the most interesting plant life in the
Park and of which there is nothing similar along
any of the rest of the Catalan coast. The most
characteristic species here are Rosselló thrift (Armeria
ruscinonensis), sea lavender (Limonium tremolsii) and
above all, the botanical treasure of the Park, Seseli
farrenyi (a member of the carrot family), found
nowhere else in the world. All of these are protected
species. Of particular interest in the marine
environment are the aquatic phanerogams, which are
protected and cover extensive areas where the sea
bed is sandy or muddy. Some examples of these are
Neptune grass (Posidonia oceanica), seagrass
Cymodocea nodosa and eelgrass (Zostera sp.). Other
plants that are under special protection in the Cap de
Creus Natural Park due to their rarity are the cloak
fern (Notholaena vellea), tree spurge (Euphorbia
dendroides), spurge olive (Cneorum tricoccon) and
goat's thorn or tragacant (Astragalus massiliensis).
GEOLOGY
The Cap de Creus peninsula is made up of the rocks of
a mountain chain formed 400 million years ago. The
rock is metamorphic igneous and sedimentary that
then folded back on itself with the formation of the
Hercynian massif.
As a result of the various processes it has undergone,
the mineral richness of the area is vast, encompassing
the most complete collection of metamorphic rocks
and minerals in Catalonia, and also some of the most
spectacular examples of shear zones and mylonitic
rocks in schistose landscapes in the world.
The rocks have been deformed during different
phases and in varying conditions, which means that
strata of different materials such as gneiss, schist,
slate etc. are visible.
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An extremely important geological characteristic of
Cap de Creus is the presence of pegmatite. Cap de
Creus is the only place in the world where exterior
deposits of this rock can be seen. It can be recognised
by its orange-white colour and is found mainly among
the schist, which is dark grey in colour.
If we consider the effect of the tramuntana, the north
wind that on occasions reaches speeds of over
150km/h, on these structures, we can see that it has
caused unique eroded forms that have been the
source of inspiration for poets and artists, and for the
local population too, who have taken from their
imagination elements that are reminiscent of the
forms of the rocks, resulting in names such as Es
Camell (The Camel), S'Àliga de Tudela (The Tudela
Eagle), Sa Rata (The Rat), Sa Cova de s'Infern (Hell's
Cave), La punta els Tres Frares (Three Friars' Point), and
many more. Another effect of the wind, in combination
with sea salt, is the extensive erosion of the schist in
the form of cavities, giving the landscape a very
unusual character.
As for the minerals found here, these are mainly
silicates and iron minerals. Of the former, quartz,
garnet, tourmaline, Muscovite mica, biotite mica,
chlorite etc. are worth noting, while of the latter,
hematite, goethite, siltstone etc. could be highlighted.
Some of these minerals are present in large quantities,
and these reserves were exploited in the past. This was
mainly the case for iron, mica, quartz and marble,
among others, and the mines of these minerals can
still be seen.
In fact, there is evidence of the use of the rock and
stones by humans that dates back into antiquity. This
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is the case for example with the important dry stone
constructions in the area, such as the terraces, the
drove roads, the farmhouses, the monuments, the
dovecotes, the fountains, etc. Some of these date from
Roman times and others are more recent, but all have
survived to today.
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Bonelli's Eagle (Hieratus fasciatus)
Photo: Xavier Perallada
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Eurasian Eagle Owl (Bubo bubo)
Photo: Natural Park Archives
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Quercus suber is the best-adapted tree species. It resists forest
fires and also provides an ideal habitat for many animals.
Photo: Natural Park Archives
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Olive trees. Vilajuïga
Photo: Natural Park Archives
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Vines. Vilajuïga
Photo: Natural Park Archives
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Furnace at the iron mines in the Negra mountain. Mining had a
certain importance in Cap de Creus.
Photo: Natural Park Archives
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The figure of The Camel is an example of the effects of erosion on
pegmatite.
Photo: Natural Park Archives
TRANSPORT AND ACCESS
Motorway
AP-7, from Barcelona to La Jonquera, as far as Exit 4, Figueres
south, and, from La Jonquera to Barcelona, as far as Exit 3,
Figueres north.
Major roads
A-2, from Barcelona to La Jonquera, until Figueres, then the
A-26 from Figueres to Llançà or the C-260 from Figueres to
Roses.
Train
Train line from Barcelona to Portbou. The nearest stations are
Llançà and Vilajuïga.
Bus
Lines from Figueres to all the Park's villages, run by the Sarfa
bus company.
Natural Park
Major Road
Natural Park
Minor Road
Integral Reserve
Nature Reserve
Natural Site of National Interest
Information Centre
Car Park
Picnic Area
Viewpoint
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PLACES OF INTEREST
Artistic interest
One of the main attractions of the Cap de Creus
Natural Park is the Monastery of Sant Pere de Rodes,
a real treasure of Catalan Romanesque art. It was built
between the 10th and 17th centuries and is Benedictine
but of uncertain origin, although it is documented
from the 9th century.
The Monastery has recently been painstakingly
restored. Two roads, one from Vilajuïga and the other
from El Port de la Selva, allow easy access to the
Monastery.
There are also a very large number of castles and
chapels, both in the Park and in the surrounding area.
Of particular interest among these are the spectacular
Quermançó Castle (Vilajuïga), the castles of
Bufalaranya and Puig Rom (Roses), the picturesque
raised chapel of Sant Onofre (Palau-saverdera), the
Pre-Romanesque chapel of Sant Martí de Vallmala
(Llançà) and the chapels of Sant Sebastià (La Selva de
Mar and Cadaqués), of Santa Elena and of Sant Baldiri
(El Port de la Selva).
Archaeological interest
The Park has a great wealth of interesting
archaeological remains throughout its area. There are
a large number of significant dolmens, such as the one
at La Creu d'en Cobertella, which is a well-preserved
corridor and chamber tomb. This dolmen could be
considered to be the largest megalithic monument in
Catalonia. Other notable dolmens are the ones at
Vinya del Rei (Vilajuïga), the Taula dels Lladres
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(Thieves' Table) at La Selva de Mar, La Barraca d'en
Rabert and Les Vinyes Mortes (Pau), La Devesa, La
Febrosa and La Sureda (Palausaverdera), El Mas de la
Mata, El Mas de la Pallera and Mores Altes (El Port de
la Selva), and La Tomba del General (The General's
Tomb) at Roses.
The villages in the area immediately surrounding the
Park also contain many elements of archaeological
and monumental value, such as the Ciutadella de
Roses (which now has a museum), with its two main
doors and its bastions; the remains of the monastery
of Santa Maria and the traces of the Greek
foundations of Rhode (Roses); the recently
reconstructed Neolithic settlement of Can Isaac at
Palau-saverdera; the large parochial temple at
Cadaqués, with an important Baroque altarpiece; the
Romanesque temples at Palau-saverdera and Pau,
and so on.
Scenic interest
The landscape that surrounds the monastery of Sant
Pere de Rodes is beautiful to see, all the more so as,
on climbing to the top of Verdera, where the ruins of
the Castle of Sant Salvador can still be seen, it is
possible to enjoy a superb panoramic view that takes
in the Gulf of Roses and the Cap de Creus itself;
beyond that it is possible to see as far as Els
Aiguamolls de l’Empordà Natural Park, the Empordà
plain, the Garrotxa mountains, the L’Albera Natural
Site of National Interest, and the Pyrenees, with the
imposing Canigó massif.
The recreation area of Mas Ventós, on the road
between Vilajuïga and Sant Pere de Rodes, and the hill
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of Bufadors, between the limits of El Port de la Selva
and Cadaqués, are other areas of great scenic value,
and are again easy to reach. Other not-to-be-missed
trails are a trip along the south coast, from Roses to
the Jóncols cove, via the Montjoi cove. Another would
be to follow the North coast from El Port de la Selva
to the hill of Puig Gros, and of course there is a trail
that includes the Cap de Creus lighthouse, following
the old path between Cadaqués and the lighthouse,
on foot.
An event of interest is held each year in the villages of
Palau-saverdera, Pau and Vilajuïga: the Fira del
Paisatge (Landscape Festival). This offers the
opportunity to participate in games, guided tours,
workshops and talks, all based on the theme of the
landscape.
Urban interest
Some of the urban centres in the area are also well
worth a visit. Llançà, Roses, Cadaqués and El Port de
la Selva are lovely seaside towns, while Vilajuïga, Pau
and Palau-saverdera still conserve the charm and
tranquillity of inland villages.
La Selva de Mar and La Vall de Santa Creu deserve a
special mention. These villages have managed to
preserve the charm of large numbers of their houses
and streets, maintaining their air of Pyrenean
mountain villages.
Museums and monuments
• Monastery of Sant Pere de Rodes. El Port de la
Selva, Tel.: 972 387 559. Roses, Tel.: 972 151 466
E-mail: www.rosesfhn.org
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• Casa Museu Dalí. Cadaqués. Tel.: 972 251 015
E-mail: www.salvador-dali.org
GETTING TO KNOW THE PARK
Within the Park, a wide variety of different activities
are on offer. Visitors can participate in rambling,
walking, mountain biking, horseriding, canoeing,
surfing, windsurfing, parapenting and kayaking. The
most popular activities in the Park, however, are scuba
diving and hiking.
Scuba diving
As scuba diving is a regulated activity, the best way to
enjoy this activity is to go to one of the diving centres
in any of the coastal areas. From these centres, you
will be able to discover the best diving sites in each
zone.
Hiking
If you feel like walking, the Park offers the possibility
of following old Mediaeval routes such as the
one between Cadaqués and the Cap de Creus
lighthouse and the Nans Cove lighthouse, the one
that sets out from Sant Pere de Rodes and climbs
to the peak of Verdera from the Santa Creu Valley,
the path that climbs from Palau to the chapel of
Sant Onofre, or the route joining El Port de la Selva
to Cadaqués. Other unforgettable walks can also
be taken along the paths leading to the coves of
Taballera, Prona and Galladera on the North coast,
with the reward at the end of a refreshing dip in
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the clearest waters on the Spanish coast. For those
who enjoy hiking, there are many options, and
the Park offers different local trails in each
municipality. Some of these are short walks, of 2
hours, and are designed for families. These are
signposted along the way, and an information
leaflet can be collected in the Natural Park
Information Centre or the tourist information
offices of each village.
For a more thorough look...
Long-distance hikes
GR-11. The GR-11 arrives at Llançà from the L'Albera
mountain range, ending at the Cap de Creus
lighthouse, passing the Monastery of Sant Pere de
Rodes and El Port de la Selva en route.
GR-92. The GR-92 goes through almost all the
municipalities of the Park (Llançà, El Port de la Selva,
Cadaqués, Roses, Palau-saverdera and Pau), linking
the Cap de Creus Natural Park with the Els
Aiguamools de l’Empordà Natural Park.
In addition, the Park has a general trail that joins all
the municipalities, and enables the visitor to design a
route to suit.
Guided Tours
The Park has a Guide Service available, offering a
range of trails of different themes and lengths,
combining walking with boat trips, allowing the
visitor to see the Park from a new and fascinating
perspective. In addition to this, there is plenty
of didactic material available, combined with
environmental education activities for schoolchildren.
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Monastery of Sant Pere de Rodes, an ancient and powerful
Benedictine monastery. The first known record of its monastic
community dates from the year 902, when it was mentioned as a
centre for mediaeval pilgrimage.
Photo: Natural Park Archives
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Watch towers, scattered around the Cap de Creus, were used to
warn the inhabitants the nearby villages of pirate landings and
other dangers. There is an entire network of towers that would
have been connected to each other.
Photo: Natural Park Archives
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Dry stone constructions form an important element of the Park's
cultural heritage. The barns and cabins were used to store
farming tools, as shelter from the rain, and to house animals.
Photo: Natural Park Archives
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Dolmen of Vinya del Rei, a corridored tomb clearly related to a
megalithic necropolis containing four more dolmens.
Photo: Natural Park Archives
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Dolmen of La Talaia, near the abovementioned dolmen and
from a similar period, Cap de Creus is extraordinarily rich in
archaeological heritage of this type.
Photo: Natural Park Archives
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The Park has restored old drove roads to create a network
of pedestrian routes. There are 10 local trails – return journeys
from the villages – and a main trail connecting all of these
smaller ones.
Photo: Natural Park Archives
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The Latin Sail forms part of the culture of the coastal villages, and
was used by local fishing boats. In the summer there are Latin Sail
regattas that fill the bays of the Cap de Creus.
Photo: Natural Park Archives
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LEISURE
Cultural activities
The villages of the Natural Park offer all kinds of
attractions, from the cultural draw of museums and
concerts (Cadaqués and Sant Pere de Rodes both host
music festivals) to the local festivals, the local sardanes
dances and the village gatherings. In the coastal
villages, there is a tradition that in July the boats are
launched to sea to celebrate the festival of the Virgin
of Carme. At the end of August and the beginning of
September, a Latin Sail regatta is held in Llançà, El Port
de la Selva and Cadaqués. In these and other ports,
like the port of Roses, spectators can watch the arrival
of the vessels and see the catch of fish that is
subsequently unloaded. The weekly markets (Fridays in
El Port de la Selva, Sunday in Roses, Monday in
Cadaqués and wednesday in Llançà) are another
attraction for the crowds.
Gastronomy
The main characteristic of the area's cuisine is a range
of extremely simple seaman's fare, such as rock
mussels, sea urchins, and prawns from Roses. It is the
superb quality of these local ingredients that makes
these dishes so delectable. Local cuisine also offers a
range of fish stews and rice dishes, which must be
washed down with a good wine from L'Empordà,
and traditional sweets such as the traditional fritters,
taps, which are small sponge cakes from Cadaqués,
and roques del Cap de Creus (Cap de Creus Rocks,
which are chocolate-coated almonds), which can
be accompanied with Grenache wine. Cremat, an
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alcoholic drink containing rum, coffee, lemon and sugar,
and flambéed before drinking, is the obligatory end to
a meal. In addition to these traditional dishes, however,
there is also more developed cuisine of extremely high
quality, served in some of the restaurants in the area
that enjoy international renown.
RULES AND RECOMMENDATIONS
In the Natural Park, on land
• All of the Park where construction is not permitted is
a protected area and is subject to special protection.
• In general, traditional farming and fishing activities
are permitted.
• Building and construction work is prohibited if not
strictly linked to agricultural uses or to protected
buildings.
• Any construction that encroaches on the view, is not
in accordance with the landscape or spoils the
perspective is strictly forbidden.
• Motor vehicles are only allowed on roads and
designated tracks.
• Fires are prohibited anywhere other than in the
designated areas and at specified times as indicated
by the Park management.
• It is strictly prohibited to plant or introduce wild plant
or animal species respectively that are not part of the
area's natural environment. If these are native to the
zone, specific permission must be sought from the
Park management.
• Leaving or dumping rubbish is not permitted. Wild
camping is prohibited.
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• Hunting is regulated in accordance with the
surroundings, intended solely for fishing use and for
the Park services, is prohibited.
regulations established by the Park regulatory body.
In the Natural Sites of National Interest
• Alterations to the natural relief of the landscape are
not permitted, except in the case where these are
compatible with the objectives of protection. It is
also prohibited to install visible conductors of
electricity or telephones, or similar, or to construct
any electricity generation equipment.
In the Strict Nature Reserves
• Only scientific research and activities intended to
increase the value of these reserves are permitted
in such areas.
• Public access and movement are to be only by
means of expressly indicated points and trails.
• The extraction and collection of minerals, rocks,
fossils, plants and animals is strictly prohibited, as
are hunting activities.
• The island of L'illa de S'Encallador can only be
accessed for reasons of scientific research, with
advance permission from the management body, or
for reasons of force majeure.
In the Marine National Park
• Traditional and sport fishing and the traditional
activities of Cap de Creus are permitted. Trawling and
purse seigning are prohibited, as is competitive fishing.
• The construction of aquaculture equipment, the
immersion of explosives and similar objects and the
construction of nautical installations in general,
except those that are small and integrated into their
In the Partial Marine Reserves
• The only types of fishing permitted are artisan fishing
or line fishing, which is subject to specific regulations.
• Visits and recreational activities, anchoring, travelling
by boat and diving are subject to specific regulations
and must be restricted or controlled.
• The managerial body must promote or specifically
authorise any scientific research or management that
is to be carried out.
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Restoration work on one of the many springs in the Park. When
the springs are placed, it is of the utmost importance that they
are near one of the Park trails and that, in addition, they can be
used as a source of drinking water by the wild animals and the
herds of farm animals.
Photo: Natural Park Archives
Environmental Education activity. The Park has a Guide Service
for activities with a pedagogical function, intended both for local
schoolchildren and those from elsewhere.
Photo: Natural Park Archives
Every year, the Natural Park celebrates the festival of the tree. In the
photograph, a planting session in land that was affected by the fire
of 2000, when 3,200 hectares of this protected area were burned.
Photo: Natural Park Archives
6th campaign of submarine archaeological excavations in the
waters of the Natural Park.
Photo: Javier Nieto
Area (Department of the Environment and Housing Planning Service.
Last updated: 2004)
Land: 10.780 ha (including 3,276 ha of NSNI and 980 ha of Nature Reserve)
Marine: 3.064 ha (including 835 ha of Nature Reserves)
Municipalities
Cadaquès
Llançà
Palau-saverdera
Pau
El Port de la Selva
Roses
La Selva de Mar
Vilajuïga
Regions
L’Alt Empordà
Date of creation
Law 4/1998, of 12th March, for the protection of Cap de Creus
(OJGC, num. 2611, 01.04.1998)
International Protection
· Natura 2000. Mediterranean Region.
· Mediterranean Specially Protected Area
Information centres places of interest
Information centre and office
Palau de l'Abat
Monastery of S. Pere de Rodes, 17489 El Port de la Selva
Telephone: 972 193 191, Fax: 972 193 192
Park Guide Service
Telephone: 972 193 191, Fax: 972 193 192
Cap de Creus Space
Far del Cap de Creus, 17488 Cadaqués
Tourist Information Offices
Cadaqués
Cotxe 2-A
Telephone: 972 258 315, Fax: 972 159 442
http://www.cadaques.org
El Port de la Selva
Mar, 1
Telephone: 972 387 025, Fax: 972 387 413
http://www.portdelaselva.net
Llançà
Av. Europa, 37
Telephone: 972 380 855, Fax: 972 121 931
http://www.llanca.net
La Selva de Mar
Pl. Camp de l'obra, s/n
Telephone: 972 387 228
Roses
Av. Rohe, 101
Telephone: 972 257 331, Fax: 972 151 150
http://www.rosesweb.info
Figueres
Pl. del Sol, s/n
Telephone: 972 503 155, Fax: 972 673 166
http://www.figueresciutat.com
La Jonquera
A-7 Porta Catalana Service Area
Telephone: 972 554 354, Fax: 972 554 580
Web
http://www.parcsdecatalunya.net
E-mail address
pncapdecreus.dmah@gencat.net
This natural area has received co-financing from the European
Regional Development Funds (ERDF)
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