Castell d'Hostalric is a medieval fortress perched atop an ancient volcano in Hostalric, Girona, strategically positioned midway between Girona and Barcelona where it historically controlled the Royal road. Built between 1719 and 1754 as a military fortress following the earlier castle's demolition in 1695, the current structure is attributed to Jorge Próspero de Verboom and features a bomb-proof gallery considered among the most spectacular and unique defensive installations in Catalonia. The castle's significance is underscored by its 1963 designation as a National Heritage Site and its historical endurance, including a notable five-month siege during Napoleonic occupation from 1809 to 1810.
