With a history dating back to the Middle Ages, much of Castellfollit de la Roca looks like it hasn’t changed in centuries. The tiny town’s houses are wedged along its narrow basalt cliff and are overlooked by the Old Church of St. Salvador (despite the church’s historic looks, it was largely destroyed during the Spanish Civil War and later rebuilt).
While most visits to the town are relatively brief, owing to its small size, those looking to linger (and work up a sweat) can explore the region along the many hiking trails of Garrotxa Volcanic Zone Natural Park; route 13 enters the village. Castellfollit de la Roca is also included on several tours of Catalonia’s historic villages, which also stop at nearby highlights like Besalú and
Santa Pau.