
Peralada; Culture & Wine

If you are planning to buy a bottle of cava anyway you could also do so in Peralada! You can then immediately stroll through the narrow streets of this village, have a nice meal or gamble in the chic casino. Peralada (Perelada) is a medieval village, In the heart of the Empordà, dedicated to viticulture but with a rich cultural heritage. Read on and find out what to do in Peralada.
With a wine tradition more than six centuries old, Peralada produces wine and cava of international acclaim. The brand-new winery is the first in Europe to achieve LEED GOLD sustainability certification. The new facilities produce about two million liters of wine a year, but the focus is also on wine tourism with tastings, tours and other attractions. Book a great wine experience together on the Celler Peralada website.
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View our villas hereThe castle of Peralada (14th century) is a symbol of the village and today it houses a casino and a few good restaurants. The Casino de Peralada offers all imaginable gaming tables, slot machines and poker tournaments, and is open all year round. During the summer months (July and August), the international music festival "Festival Castell Peralada" is held within the old walls of the castle. This famous dance music and culture festival offers top international artists and attracts visitors from all over the world. Experience plenty of entertainment and gastronomy, in a 100% authentic environment.
This unique restaurant (*1 Michelin star) is located in the castle of Peralada, with several rooms in the towers and terraces on the lake overlooking the castle gardens. The impressive ambiance offers Mediterranean Empordà cuisine that keeps surprising you. Want an unforgettable evening during your vacation? Then book a table on the website of Restaurant Castell Peralada.
The Peralada Castle Museum displays unique private collections and is housed in a 14th-century Carmelite monastery. The old library houses an impressive collection of books, including more than a thousand different editions of Don Quixote. There is also a fine collection of ceramics and glass which is considered the most important in Spain and one of the largest collections in the world. The museum also includes a Gothic church and the Monastery of Carme, with pieces coming from the Sant Pere de Rodes monastery and the historic Besalú. Finally, the old Peralada winery houses an exhibition of more than 750 objects related to the village's ancient wine culture. Want to know more? Read all about it on the website of the castle museum.
The castle in Peralada also includes the restaurant SHIRO of top chef Paco Pérez. One of the great sources of inspiration are his travels through Asia. The markets of Tokyo, the aromas of the streets of Singapore or Bangkok, the spices of Hanoi have encouraged him to create SHIRO in Peralada, where Japanese, Vietnamese, Korean or Thai dishes are merged with Mediterranean ingredients. Book a culinary experience in the castle garden on SHIRO Peralada's website.
Eating is a way of living, of feeling, of expressing oneself - Paco Pérez
On the outskirts of this unique village lies the luxurious 18-hole Peralada Golf Club with its own 5-star Hotel. Here you can play golf on one of the best courses of the Costa Brava, in a beautiful Mediterranean landscape. Check out Peralada Golf 's website and discover the possibilities.
Next to the golf club is this exclusive 5-star hotel with 64 elegant rooms and its own Spa. The spa offers a world of relaxation with total peace and comfort, in the natural surroundings of the Empordà where you can experience how time stands still. Visit the Hotel Peralada website and book a moment for yourself.
Want to visit Peralada but not dine exclusively? Then have a pizza together at Pagus de Peralada. A cozy restaurant with outdoor terrace, opposite the castle. The pizzas are finger-licking good! Address: Passatge de la Coromina 16, 17491 Peralada. Read more in our blog about Pagus Peralada
For a more elaborate dinner, head to Restaurant Cal Sagristà. This exclusive establishment is hidden in the old center of Peralada with a charming ambiance both inside and outside. The traditional dishes prepared with love provide a unique culinary experience on the Costa Brava. Book a table by phone and enjoy the pure flavors together. Cal Sagristà restaurant address: Carrer de la Rodona, 2, 17491 Peralada; (+34) 972 53 83 01
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