Fontanilles facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Fontanilles
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Municipality
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St. Martin's church, Fontanilles (12th century)
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 Fontanilles
Location in Province of Girona
Fontanilles
Location in Spain
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| Country |  Spain |
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| Community |  Catalonia |
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| Province | .svg){kind=small} Girona |
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| Comarca | Baix Empordà | |
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| • Total | 9.3 km2 (3.6 sq mi) | |
| Population
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| • Total | 138 | |
| • Density | 14.84/km2 (38.4/sq mi) | |
Fontanilles (pronounced like foon-tah-NEE-yes) is a small village in Spain. It is located in the province of Girona, which is part of the Catalonia region. Catalonia is an autonomous community, meaning it has its own government and laws, similar to a state in some countries.
Fontanilles is a quiet place, covering about 9.3 square kilometers. In 2018, only 138 people lived there. It's a great spot to visit if you enjoy nature and walking.
Exploring Fontanilles
Location and Size
Fontanilles is found in the Baix Empordà area of Catalonia. This region is known for its beautiful landscapes. The village is not very big, covering an area similar to about 930 soccer fields.
The GR 92 Footpath
A famous long-distance walking trail, called the GR 92, goes right through Fontanilles. This path follows the Mediterranean coast of Spain for a very long way. Even though Fontanilles is a bit inland, the GR 92 still passes through it.
If you walk north from Fontanilles on the GR 92, you will reach a village called Gualta. After that, the path continues towards Torroella de Montgrí. If you head south from Fontanilles, you will pass through Palau-sator before reaching Begur. This makes Fontanilles a good stop for hikers.
See also
In Spanish: Fontanillas (Gerona) para niños
