Passeig De La Muralla (Ancient City Walls), Girona (must see)
The Ancient City Walls of Girona were built as a fortification to protect the city from invaders. The walls encircle the medieval old town of Girona. The original fortification was constructed by the Romans in 1 B.C. The Roman wall was later used as a foundation when the wall was rebuilt during the 14th century.
For centuries, this fortification protected the city against numerous sieges (Girona has undergone 25 sieges during its lengthy history). In the 19th century, the western side of the defensive walls was torn down to allow for city expansion. The eastern side was abandoned and later reconstructed, with missing segments of the walls restored.
Walking the old city walls of Girona is a must-do on your exploration around the city. From the top of the walls, you can see gorgeous panoramic views of the city, the terracotta rooftops 鈥� and, in the distance, the Pyrenees Mountains and the surrounding countryside.
There are several access points available that offer entry or exit for your walk atop the wall. Built into this fortification are various window openings and narrow arrow slits to peek through. A climb up one of the watch towers along the way offers even more of a bird's-eye view!
To walk the route along the entire wall can take an hour or two, but it is well worth the time as the views of Girona from above are breathtaking. Be sure to look for some of the Girona city landmarks from this high-up vantage point 鈥� you can't miss the magnificent bell tower of the Girona Cathedral that rises above the city skyline!
For centuries, this fortification protected the city against numerous sieges (Girona has undergone 25 sieges during its lengthy history). In the 19th century, the western side of the defensive walls was torn down to allow for city expansion. The eastern side was abandoned and later reconstructed, with missing segments of the walls restored.
Walking the old city walls of Girona is a must-do on your exploration around the city. From the top of the walls, you can see gorgeous panoramic views of the city, the terracotta rooftops 鈥� and, in the distance, the Pyrenees Mountains and the surrounding countryside.
There are several access points available that offer entry or exit for your walk atop the wall. Built into this fortification are various window openings and narrow arrow slits to peek through. A climb up one of the watch towers along the way offers even more of a bird's-eye view!
To walk the route along the entire wall can take an hour or two, but it is well worth the time as the views of Girona from above are breathtaking. Be sure to look for some of the Girona city landmarks from this high-up vantage point 鈥� you can't miss the magnificent bell tower of the Girona Cathedral that rises above the city skyline!
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Passeig De La Muralla (Ancient City Walls) on Map
Sight Name: Passeig De La Muralla (Ancient City Walls)
Sight Location: Girona, Spain (See walking tours in Girona)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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Sight Location: Girona, Spain (See walking tours in Girona)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
Guide(s) Containing This Sight:
Walking Tours in Girona, Spain
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Travel Distance: 1.7 Km or 1.1 Miles