In the small village of Maià de Montcal, located in La Garrotxa and very close to Besalú, you can find very authentic holiday cottages and ideal tourist accommodation to enjoy a peaceful and rural getaway. A fantastic medieval town for hikers, cyclers and lovers of architectural heritage.

What can I do in Maià de Montcal and its holiday cottages?

Maià de Montcal, located at the north-eastern end of Garrotxa, borders the regions of Alt Empordà and Pla de l'Estany. It is a town of medieval origin ideal for exploring on foot or by mountain bike.

The history of Maià de Montcal and its surroundings

The first document in which the toponym of Maià de Montcal appears, then Vila Maliano , is from the year 978, in a donation made by the count of Miró to the monastery of Besalú. At the southern limit of the municipal area we find the nucleus of Dosquers, which was an independent municipality until 1969, when it became part of Maià de Montcal. The politician and economist Ernest Lluch , who spent long periods in the town, is buried in the municipal cemetery.

What to do during your stay at a tourist accommodation in Maià de Montcal

Get to know its architectural heritage

Maià de Montcal has a few essentials. At the entrance, the church of Sant Vicenç , from the 12th century. To the south-west of the town there is the hermitage of Sants Prim i Felicià , built in the 18th century, which houses a well whose waters are attributed miraculous properties. It is also worth visiting Dosquers, a group of scattered houses grouped around the church of Sant Martí, dating from the 13th century. To the east of Maià de Montcal we find the neighborhood of Jonqueres , a group of scattered farmhouses with the church of Santa Magdalena as a nexus.

Tour the town on foot or by bike

In Maià de Montcal you will find two routes of the Itinerànnia , a network of trails of 2500 kilometers that cover the counties of Ripollès, Garrotxa and Alt Empordà. From Maià de Montcal you can do two routes, both on foot and by bike. One goes from the town to Santa Maria de Jonqueres and the other crosses the town in the direction of Besalú.

Latest opinions from our guests staying near Maià de Montcal

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Average grade at Maià de Montcal

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We do not expect all of them to be perfect, we prefer them to be authentic.
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01/08/2026

MireiaCan Martinot, la casa del riu - With friends

House and location are top-notch

We have greatly enjoyed the house, everything very clean, and we have not lacked anything. The location is beautiful.
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18/07/2026

JeroenCa l'Hortalà - With the family

Two weeks at Ca l'Hortalà, a perfect base for exploring Girona and beyond

We arrived at Ca l'Hortalà on the 17th of July and stayed for two full weeks, which turned out to be exactly the right amount of time to properly explore the region. The house itself is modern, spacious, and spotless, and having the small heated pool right there made all the difference in the July heat. We also made good use of the community swimming pool in the village, which was a nice way to cool off and get a bit of local flavor alongside the residents. Tortellà itself is small but has everything you actually need day to day. The local supermarket isn't big, but it covers the essentials without a hassle, so we didn't need to drive to a bigger town for basics. There are also a couple of good local bars in the village for a relaxed evening drink or a bite to eat, nothing fancy, but exactly the kind of authentic, low key atmosphere you want on a countryside stay. Its location in La Garrotxa made it an ideal base for day trips. We explored Figueres, Girona, and Besalú by car, all easy drives, and for Barcelona we took the train from Figueres, which was a relaxed and easy way to spend the day in the city without worrying about parking or traffic. Besalú in particular was a highlight, with its medieval bridge and old town feeling like stepping back in time, while Girona's cathedral and old quarter were well worth the wander. Figueres was a fun stop too, especially for anyone interested in Dalí. Coming back each evening to a quiet, comfortable house with the pool, the village bars, and everything within easy reach was the perfect way to end the day. Two weeks felt like enough time to properly settle in rather than rush from place to place, and the house and village together made that kind of relaxed pace easy. Highly recommend Ca l'Hortalà for anyone looking to use Tortellà as a base to explore Girona province. Barcelona is an easy train trip from Figueres if you'd rather skip the drive.
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11/07/2026

EricMas Casanova de Centenys - With the family

Beautiful house with amazing amenities

The house was beautiful, with billiards, ping pong and a large pool... Very good! The hostess was very friendly and helpful!! Everything was very clean.
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26/06/2026

SoniaCan Micaló - With the family

Hotel experience with homely kindness

Excellent house, super friendly staff. It was like a hotel with its towels on the beds, everything super clean and very well thought out.
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25/06/2026

MónicaCan Sot La Lloba - With the family

Everything super good! More than recommendable

We spent 4 super good family days, nothing was missing, super important that there are air conditioners throughout the house, and they work wonderfully. The outside area is very pleasant and comfortable, the large table is perfect and the size of the pool too. The attention of Arnau and his father has been a 10.
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22/06/2026

DanielCa la Gracieta - With the family

Quiet family holidays, as they should be

We had a great few days at Ca la Gracieta with the whole gang, from the girls to the grandparents! The house is charming, tastefully renovated, super equipped and with details that are immediately felt (quality details, the silent air conditioning, and proper soundproofing). The pool, a 10, the games, a 10 - we haven't stopped playing foosball throughout the stay. Cistella is quiet, without much fuss, but that's why we went there: to disconnect and make escapes to the surrounding villages. And everything impeccably organized by Naturaki, who has made everything very easy.

Frequently asked questions about rural accommodations near Maià de Montcal

What is the usual price of a rural house in Maià de Montcal?

On average, booking a rural house in Maià de Montcal for a weekend costs between 38€ and 58€ per person per night and for a full week between 23€ and 42€ per person per night, depending on the season and the capacity of the house. You can check the available houses with the price and availability 100% updated on our website.

What is the average score of rural houses in Maià de Montcal?

Our rural houses in Maià de Montcal have an average rating of 9.7 (out of 10) based on 2.605 real Naturaki guest reviews. Nothing more reliable than the opinions of our most demanding customers.

How many dog friendly villas do you have in Maià de Montcal?

In Maià de Montcal, 4 of our houses accept dogs, with a maximum of 2 dogs per booking and a supplement of 40€ per dog. Check the available houses that accept dogs in Maià de Montcal on our website.

How many houses with a pool do you have in Maià de Montcal?

In Maià de Montcal we have 12 rural houses with swimming pools of all sizes and colours. The outdoor swimming pools in our houses are open from Easter or from April 1st until the end of October. See here the [link_search_piscina] houses with pool in [place_name] available on our website.[fi_link_search_piscina]

How many villas with fireplaces do you have in Maià de Montcal?

In Maià de Montcal we have 12 charming houses with fireplaces. From October to April we will leave 20 kg of firewood for free next to the fireplace. Check here the houses with fireplaces available in Maià de Montcal on our website.

How far from Maià de Montcal is the nearest beach?

The nearest beaches are just 30 km away from Maià de Montcal in a straight line. Discover the best beaches of the Catalan coast from our rural houses.

How far from Barcelona is Maià de Montcal?

Maià de Montcal is only 104 km away from Barcelona as the crow flies. Our charming houses await you there!

Services and proposals near Maià de Montcal

* All distances are calculated in a straight line. Actual distance may vary. Check the exact directions to get to each place using the icon

Nearby locations

Barcelona

Sagrada familia, La Pedrera, La Rambla, Camp Nou...
104 km

Girona

The Cathedral, the Rambla, the Stone Bridge, the old quarter, the houses of the Onyar
28 km

Besalú

Medieval village, the stone bridge, the church, the town square, the gastronomy
4.7 km

Banyoles

The natural lake, the Darder museum, the old quarter, the main square, the Archaeological Museum
12 km

Closest beaches

Sant Pere Pescador beach

30 km

Beach of Sant Martí d'Empúries

32 km

Empúries beach

33 km

Rec del Molí beach (dogs are admitted)

33 km

Nearby restaurants

Restaurant La Guixera

1.1 km

Mas Cucut

4.3 km

Can Quei

4.8 km

La Trobada

5.8 km

Supermarkets

SUMA

Navata
9.8 km

Caprabo

Banyoles
12 km

Aldi

Banyoles
12 km

Bon Preu

Banyoles
12 km

Other services

Bakery

El Raconet
6.4 km

Basic store

Can Blanc
6.4 km

Butcher shop

Can Ruart
6.4 km

Fish shop

Puignau
12 km

Pharmacy

Aldrich Tomàs
6.4 km

Nearest hospital

Banyoles Clinic
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Reference hospital

Doctor Josep Trueta Hospital
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You can book up to a maximum of 11 months in advance.

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17 years or older

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