Camprodon: The Medieval Cradle of Birba Biscuits and its 130-Year Legacy

This Ripollès village stands out for its Romanesque heritage and an industrial tradition born to fight the winter cold.

Generic image of the Pont Nou in Camprodon, a medieval symbol of the town in Ripollès.
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Generic image of the Pont Nou in Camprodon, a medieval symbol of the town in Ripollès.

The town of Camprodon, located in the Ripollès region, maintains a sweet tradition spanning over a century within a natural landscape where the Ter and Ritort rivers meet.

The iconic Birba biscuits originated in 1893. A small family business developed a recipe designed for long-term storage to survive the quiet winter months. The brand's success led to the construction of its first factory in the heart of the village in 1929.
Beyond its food industry, Camprodon is renowned as one of the most beautiful medieval sites in Girona. Key landmarks include the 14th-century Pont Nou and the Romanesque monastery of Sant Pere, which dates back to the 12th century.
Visitors can enjoy a variety of outdoor activities such as skiing, hiking, and mountain biking. The town also boasts cultural highlights like the Isaac Albéniz museum, celebrating the famous composer born in this Pyrenean enclave.