Punta Ventosa

Punta Ventosa is a clifftop viewpoint inside the Montgrí, Medes Islands and Baix Ter Natural Park, within the municipality of Torroella de Montgrí, right above Cala Montgó. The name is no accident — the site sits directly in the path of the tramontana, the strong northern wind that batters this stretch of coast, earning it the nickname of the "windy point."

What will you see there?

The cliff rises more than 100 metres above the sea, making it one of the highest points along the entire Montgrí coastline. From the edge, the view opens up across the natural park's shoreline, the Medes Islands offshore, and the mouth of the Ter river (Baix Ter). It's the kind of spot worth lingering at rather than just photographing and moving on.

At the top, the remains of an old coastal defence system are still visible — concrete bunkers and gun platforms from a former artillery battery. These military structures date back to the Spanish Civil War (1936–1939), built to guard against a feared enemy landing in the Gulf of Roses. Today they stand as a quiet historical marker within a protected natural landscape, where wartime ruins sit alongside wild Mediterranean scrub and cliffs dropping straight into the sea.

How do you get to Punta Ventosa?

The most common approach starts from L'Estartit or from Cala Montgó, entering the Montgrí natural park from there. The route follows the well-marked GR-92 long-distance trail that traces the Costa Brava coastline. The viewpoint sits roughly 2 kilometres from Montgó, making it a realistic half-day round trip on foot.

The same stretch is also popular with mountain bikers, who often combine Punta Ventosa with the nearby coves of Cala Ferriol and Cala Pedrosa for a longer loop along the cliffs. The surface is rocky and needs some attention in places, but it's not technically demanding for anyone with average fitness.

When is the best time to visit?

Because the point is exposed to both wind and sun with almost no shade along the way, early morning or late afternoon are the best windows — especially in summer, when midday heat can be intense. Spring and autumn offer comfortable temperatures, clearer light and fewer crowds. Bring water, sturdy shoes, and something windproof: strong tramontana gusts are the rule here, not the exception.

Frequently asked questions

How long does the hike to Punta Ventosa take? From Cala Montgó or L'Estartit, expect around 1.5 to 2.5 hours one way, depending on pace and stops at the coves along the route.

Is the trail suitable for children? The path isn't technically hard, but it runs along unfenced cliff edges in many sections, so supervision is needed with younger children, especially in windy conditions.

What exactly can you see at the bunkers? The concrete remains of Civil War-era artillery emplacements, positioned to face the sea — they formed part of the coastal defences protecting the Gulf of Roses.

Can you reach it by bike? Yes, this section of the GR-92 is popular with mountain bikers, though the terrain is rocky and calls for a suitable bike.