Discover the wonders of Fontanals de Cerdanya

The wonders of Fontanals de Cerdanya

Cerdanya is a historical region that is home to numerous towns of great value, and Fontanals de Cerdanya in particular, belongs to the province of Gerona, located in the Lower Cerdanya, at an altitude of over 1,000 metres above sea level. This municipality is made up of Queixans and Urtx but it also includes the picturesque villages of Soriguerola, Les Pereres, Estoll, El Vilar d'Urtx and Escadarcs. The area enjoys a privileged location, with impressive views, typical of the region, which are a real delight for its visitors. In addition, the presence of mountain houses of Ceretan architecture, built with stone, wood and slate is a constant feature of the area. These houses, surrounded by nature, offer spectacular views that contribute to the attractiveness of the place.

Fontanals de Cerdanya also stands out for its religious heritage. Its romanesque architecture represented by several churches, is one of the highlights of the region, especially for lovers of history and culture. In addition, this municipality offers a wide variety of activities for those who are fond of active tourism who can enjoy routes for practising running, hiking, paddle tennis or cycling. And let's not forget its famous golf course which is one of the most famous in the whole region, and the proximity to the ski slopes of Cerdanya.

A little history of Fontanals de Cerdanya

The municipality of Fontanals de Cerdanya is the result of the merger of the municipalities of Queixans and Urtx in 1969, although today it also includes other towns that were previously part of both municipalities. Urtx was a fief in the 11th century, belonging to the counts of Catalonia, but in 1316 it became the property of the king. The population of Urtx began to decrease from the 14th to the 16th century, although from the 17th century onwards, the population increased, reaching just over 470 inhabitants in 1859. It was in 1950 when there was again a demographic decline, but since the union of the municipalities, the population has been increasing, and many people now use their homes as second homes attracted by the alternatives and attractions offered by the municipality. The most popular residential areas include La Coma in Queixans, Les Pereres, Soriguerola and El Vilar de Urtx.

Activities in Fontanals de Cerdanya

One of the main attractions of Fontanals de Cerdanya is its golf course at Soriguerola, the Fontanals Golf. This golf club, inaugurated in 2003, has recently been renovated to modernise its facilities and make them more environmentally sustainable. The club has a surface area of approximately 3.000 square metres and has a large car park for its visitors. In addition, the complex is home to the Restaurant Fontanals Green which offers market cuisine, and a chill-out area on its terrace, ideal for enjoying an aperitif. There is also a 4-star hotel, the Hotel Fontanals Golf with well-equipped and furnished rooms, perfect for a comfortable and relaxing stay.

Another of the most popular activities among the tourists is touring the romanesque architecture of the region. Fontanals has several churches of great simplicity, but of enormous historical value. Inside, it is common to find paintings (altar frontals or murals) and popular sculptures such as the representations of Christ and the Virgin and Child Jesus carved in wood.

At Les Pereres, you can visit the church of Sant Esteve, a Romanesque church from the XII-XIII Century, restored in 1992 after the damage suffered during the Civil War. Notable on its walls are the rows of opus spicatum with a height of up to 2.80 metres.

The church of Sant Martí de Urtx also of Romanesque origin, is part of the county's heritage. Although its frontispiece and the bell tower are more modern constructions, it is still an emblematic place. Another example of the religious architecture of the area is the chapel of San Miguel in Soriguerola which dates back to the 11th century and has a rectangular nave covered with a barrel vault.

The privileged surroundings of Fontanals de Cerdanya

Queixans is home to an old railway station which has been reconverted into a restaurant, and the municipality of Fontanals has fields, mountains and rivers which makes it a very attractive destination for nature lovers. The municipality is watered by several torrents and its natural landscape is incomparable. One way of discovering this natural environment is through the Geographical Arboretum of Queixans , a botanical botanical garden of 12 hectares with more than 120 species of trees along its length. This space is open all year round and offers a unique visual spectacle in every season, thanks to the seasonal changes that affect the species. In addition, the arboretum is of great educational, scientific, environmental, recreational and socio-economic value for the region.

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