History and heritage in El Port de la Selva
Behind the calm and marine landscape of El Port de la Selva hides a past rich in history and tradition. This small town on the Costa Brava not only stands out for its natural beauty, but also for its valuable cultural heritage, ranging from medieval buildings to living testimonies of its seafaring identity.
Humble origins, Mediterranean spirit
El Port de la Selva was born as a simple fishing and farming village, linked to the nearby monastery of Sant Pere de Rodes. Over the centuries, it has maintained its essence, growing respectfully with the environment and preserving its authentic character. Walking through its white streets, its promenade or its port is to relive the history of generations linked to the sea.
Monastery of Sant Pere de Rodes
One of the greatest treasures of Catalan heritage is very close to the village: the Monastery of Sant Pere de Rodes, a monumental complex of medieval origin that crowns the Rodes mountain range. This Benedictine monastery, dating from the 10th century, is an imposing example of Romanesque art and a place full of mysticism, history and spectacular views of the Gulf of Roses.
Its strategic location, its majestic architecture and its influence in the area make it an essential visit to understand the historical weight of El Port de la Selva in the region.
Churches, hermitages and traditional architecture
In addition to the monastery, the village preserves other elements of heritage interest, such as the
Church of Santa Maria de les Neus, which stands out for its simplicity and its link with the daily life of the people. You can also visit hermitages scattered around the area, old dry stone paths, farming walls and vestiges of a rural and seafaring life that still beats beneath the surface.
A past that lives on
The heritage of El Port de la Selva is not limited to its monuments: it is also found in its traditional festivals, in the stories of the fishermen, in the recipes handed down from generation to generation and in its respect for the natural and cultural environment. All this makes every stay here a little trip back in time.
From La Tina, you can explore all this heritage with ease. Whether strolling through the old town, visiting the monastery or chatting with the locals, you will discover that the history of this place is not only seen, it is lived.
