Cap de Creus lighthouse
In the village of Cadaqués, around the Natural Park of Cap de Creus, we find this unique lighthouse. It stands out, among other reasons, for being the lighthouse located furthest east on the Iberian Peninsula.
This building was built in 1853 and is architecturally notable for its eleven-metre-high signal tower. Before the construction of the lighthouse, this point had been occupied by a watchtower which, like so many others scattered along the Costa Brava coastline, served as a lookout point against pirate attacks.
Currently, the lighthouse has an information office for visitors of the Cap de Creus area. Right next to the lighthouse there is also a restaurant where you can enjoy the local gastronomy. There are also some coves just a few metres away, such as Cala Fredosa and Cala Jugadora.
Visit Cadaqués
A picture postcard village
Cadaqués is one of the unique towns on the Costa Brava. Its geographical location in the middle of the rugged Cap de Creus led it to be practically isolated until the end of the 19th century. This peculiarity has enabled it to conserve a significant part of the original layout of many of its narrow, picturesque streets.
As a whole, the old quarter of Cadaqués is a protected historical area and has been declared a Cultural Asset of National Interest. Strolling through its narrow streets, surrounded by marvellous whitewashed houses with brightly coloured shutters, is one of the great charms of Cadaqués.
Its fantastic beaches and coves, sculpted by the effects of the tramontana wind, served as inspiration for the brilliant painter Salvador Dalí, who took up residence in the neighbouring town of Portlligat.