🍷 Route 6 — Wine and gastronomy of the Empordà

Peralada · Garriguella · Sant Climent Sescebes · Mollet de Peralada

Century-old wineries, villages surrounded by vineyards and traditional Catalan cuisine made with local produce, right in the heart of the Empordà Designation of Origin.

📋 Quick facts

🕤 Departure 09:30 from L'Escala — a little later than other routes, since the wineries start their visits mid-morning.

🏰 1st stop — Peralada

🚗 30 km · 30 min

⏱ 2 hours

Castle, historic wineries and vineyards: heritage, culture and winemaking tradition all in one place.

✅ Don't miss:

the castle, the winery, the Museo del Vino, the gourmet shop.

🅿 Ample parking areas.

☕ Services:

restaurant, café, gourmet shop, guided tours.

💡 Tip:

book the guided tour in advance, especially on weekends — the final tasting is well worth it.

🍇 12:00 — Garriguella

🚗 10 km · 10 min

Surrounded by vineyards, with numerous family-run wineries of the D.O. Empordà.

🍴 Specialities:

grilled meats, artisan cheeses, D.O. Empordà wines.

🍽 [Recommended restaurant — pending]

🍷 15:30 — Sant Climent Sescebes

A village surrounded by vineyards producing prestigious wines.

Many wineries sell directly to the public at good prices.

🍇 17:00 — Mollet de Peralada

A family winery with artisan production, offering tastings of Empordà cured meats and cheeses.

🕕 Return to L'Escala — 35 min, arrival ~19:00.

🍽 Recommended light dinner:

Empordà-style salad, L'Escala anchovies, a cheese board.

☀ What to bring:

comfortable shoes, water, a camera, sunglasses, extra boot space if you buy wine.

🌦 If it rains:

one of the best routes for bad weather, much of it takes place indoors.

👨‍👩‍👧 With children:

a route geared towards adults, though some wineries have gardens.

🐶 With pets:

many wineries allow access to outdoor areas — check beforehand.

💙 CostaBravaBooking tip:

don't try to visit too many wineries in one day — 2-3 unhurried visits, chatting with the winemakers, is best.