At the northern edge of Ultramort’s municipal area, the land reaches the Ter; flooding still occurs there easily during rainy periods. At the same time, the named buildings—with Romanesque, Gothic, and fortified features—give the town a pronounced historical character. The “El Ter: caminos de agua” cycling route, which passes through Ultramort, offers a different focus: it follows the river and explores the region’s water-management heritage. This means architectural history and a themed cycling route are two distinct interests to consider when planning your trip.
Church, Manor Houses, and Architectural Details
The Església de Santa Eulà lia is considered an example of a simple Romanesque style with Cistercian influences. This description combines a clear stylistic classification with an additional architectural influence. Mas Castell de Gleu o de Finestres offers another way to explore the area’s architectural history: the manor house, dating from the 16th and 17th centuries, was built on the site of the former Gleu and Finestres Castle. A central cylindrical tower and part of another, rectangular tower survive from the fortification. The two distinct tower shapes provide a tangible way to trace the fortification’s architecture.
The site’s current protected status is also part of its history: Mas Castell de Gleu o de Finestres was designated a cultural asset of cultural interest in 1985 and is now a cultural asset of national interest. The site’s dating and its designation answer different questions—one concerns its architectural history, the other its heritage status.
The façade and windows at Mas Davesa offer further architectural clues. The façade dates from the 16th century and bears inscriptions from the 16th and 17th centuries. In the upper section is a Gothic window with arabesque ornamentation. The different dates show that the building’s features cannot be reduced to a single period. Mas Pagès, meanwhile, is a fortified manor house from the 17th century. Part of an older twin window of the Gothic-Renaissance type survives there. Taken together, the named buildings combine manor-house and fortification features with window and façade details from different periods.
Local History and Orientation
The written record also provides early reference points: Ultramort has been documented since 1046 under the name ULTRAMORTE. In 1316, the town became part of the territory of Rupià Castle, which then belonged to the bishops of Girona. The two dates represent different aspects of the town’s history—an early record of its name and a later territorial affiliation.
The names of two long suburban areas north of the village can help with orientation: Carrer de Torroella and Carrer de Figueres. They point in the direction of two old roads. In this way, they complement the history of the individual buildings with a hint of how historic routes echo in local place names.
Cycling Route and River Landscape
The “El Ter: caminos de agua” cycling route passes through Ultramort and follows the course of the Ter. Its theme is the region’s water-management heritage: irrigation channels, weirs, and mills. Alongside the architectural details, it offers a thematic perspective on how water has been used. The route passes through Ultramort; as routes may change, check the current route before setting out.
The Ter also shapes the northern edge of the municipal area: the land reaches the river there, and flooding still occurs easily during rainy periods. This information refers to the northern edge of the municipality. If you are weighing architectural history against the cycling route, the manor houses and their details offer one clear focus, while the connection to the river and the route’s water-management theme offer another.
Discover more destinations: Sant Joan Les Fonts, Brunyola, Vallfogona de Ripollès, Sarriá De Ter, Vilallonga De Ter, Isòvol, Torroella De FluviĂ , LlĂvia.
For the broader travel overview: Girona.
