Castellfollit de la Roca is located in the Garrotxa volcanic area in the province of Girona in Catalonia, and is one of Spain's most picturesque but also dramatic villages. Thanks to it's unique position on top of a cliff edge, Castellfollit de la Roca is well worth a visit and also an increasingly popular option to buy property and live. If this sounds like your ideal destination, check out our selection of Castellfollit de la Roca houses for sale, as well as a brief history about the town and how to get there.
Why was Castellfollit de la Roca built?
The village of Castellfollit de la Roca sits on a basaltic cliff which is more than 50 metres high and almost a kilometre long. This unique phenomenon is the result of the erosive action of the Fluviá and Toronell rivers on the volcanic remains from thousands of years ago, the first of the lava flows thought to have taken place 217,000 years ago. This medieval town then started to take shape and nowadays, Castellfollit de la Roca is made up of quaint squares and charming narrow streets, while some of buildings in the town also built from volcanic rock. In 2022, around 1,000 people officially live in Castellfollit de la Roca.
How do you get to Castellfollit de la Roca Spain?
If you want to fly to Castellfollit de la Roca, the closest airport in Girona Airport which is just under 40km away. On the other hand, if you want to get to Castellfollit de la Roca from Barcelona, the best option is either by bus, a journey which takes just under 2 hours with tickets starting at 14 euros, or by car.
Castellfollit de la Roca houses for sale
If you're looking for property for sale in Castellfollit de la Roca, you will find a complete selection on idealista. Check out houses and flats for sale in Castellfollit de la Roca village and in the region, where you could live just a short drive from the town centre.
For example, this 5 bedroom terraced house is for sale in the village for 210,000 euros, and with its 3 floors, has stunning views of the surrounding natural landscape.
And if you want to enjoy some of the best views of the village perched on the cliff side, then this 2 bedroom apartment on the outskirts of Castellfollit de la Roca is certainly worth the 105,000 euros price tag.
And if you're not ready to commit to buying property, you can also check out our selection of long-term rentals in Castellfollit de la Roca.
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