Púbol

Púbol is a medieval village located in the province of Girona. The famous artist Salvador Dali lived at the castle from 1982 to 1984. During that period, he was named Marquis of Dali of Púbol. 
When you arrive early in this beautiful small town, take the time to wander along the beautiful streets and enjoy the quietness. Later, it gets much busier when the busses arrive with the many tourists.


La Plaça Major

Historically, the Plaça major (main square) was the main meeting place where the women came to the public wash house do the laundry and later on, the stone bench was built for the cobla (the orchestra that accompanies Sardana dancing) for celebrations and festivals.

This square is surrounded by houses with beautiful portals, arches and facades.

Púbol castle

Púbol Castle was mentioned in documents as early as the 11th Century. Its current basic structure places it in the second half of the 14th Century and the early 15th Century. Salvador Dali redesigned and customised the castle after his arrival in 1969 with just one person in mind, Gala, his wife and muse.
When he gifted the castle to Gala, she laid down a unique condition. Dali wasn't allowed to enter the castle unless he was ivited in writing.

Nowadays, the castle houses the Gala Dali Castle museum.

Caterina Roma ceramics
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In a magnificent farmhouse of medieval origin located beside the Gala Dali Castle museum , you find Caterina's work on display in the old animal pens that have been transformed in a stunning exhibition hall. 
To discover more on Caterina's work, visit Caterina Roma - Ceramics

Sant Pere Church 

This 14th century church  was one of the richest in the region until the Civil War, when its treasures were destroyed, with the exception of the 15th century Gothic altarpiece by Bernat Martorell.
This altar piece is now kept at the Girona Diocesan Museum. 


The area around Púbol is stunning, so wandering beyond the town is worth it. Admire the hills, forests and fertile fields and visit other medieval gems like Monells (discover more about this medieval town Monells, Catalonia  ),....