Set on a hilltop above the Lake of Banyoles, the estate of Can Campolier unfolds across terraced gardens, sun-dappled courtyards, and over one hundred ancient olive trees. Every corner tells a story — centuries of Catalan farming heritage reimagined as a place to pause, breathe, and take in the quiet beauty of the Pla de l’Estany.
This is not a manicured resort. It’s a living, breathing estate where dogs roam freely, herbs grow wild alongside the garden beds, and the afternoon light through the olive groves is reason enough to linger a little longer.
Over one hundred ancient olive trees line the terraces of Can Campolier, their gnarled trunks bearing witness to centuries of Catalan harvests. Walk beneath their silver-green canopy at golden hour and you’ll understand why guests return season after season. The olives are still pressed each autumn — the estate’s own oil finds its way onto every table.
Perched on the edge of the estate with uninterrupted views across the valley to the Pyrenees, the saltwater pool is where the day begins and ends. Morning swimmers catch the first light over the mountains. After a long ride, there is no finer recovery than floating in the warm salt water as the sun drops behind the hills. A place designed for doing absolutely nothing — beautifully.
Tucked below the pool in the garden, the barrel sauna is the perfect antidote to a long day in the saddle. Step from the dry heat into the cool evening air or take a refreshing dip in the pool, surrounded by birdsong and the scent of rosemary. Recovery has never felt so good.
Our kitchen garden supplies the restaurant table with whatever the season offers — fat tomatoes in summer, tender greens through spring, herbs year-round. Guests are welcome to wander the beds, pick a sprig of basil, and see where tonight’s dinner begins its journey from soil to plate.
A large open-sided shed — once the heart of the working farm — has been thoughtfully restored into a versatile rustic events space. Defined by its soaring beams and generous sense of openness, it connects naturally to the pool area, gardens, and restaurant, creating an easy flow for gatherings of all kinds. The space has hosted everything from product launches and brand activations to intimate weddings and private dinners. Combined with the estate’s fully fitted professional kitchen and restaurant, Can Campolier offers a unique canvas for events that call for something beyond the ordinary.
At the heart of Can Campolier lies the old courtyard, anchored by an ancient stone pond that has been here longer than anyone can remember. It’s the kind of place where conversations slow down and a glass of wine stretches comfortably into two. Adjacent to the courtyard, the fully equipped professional kitchen and restaurant space cater for everything from intimate chef’s table dinners to large celebrations.
There are many little secret corners to discover across the estate — a bench hidden beneath the fig trees, a hammock strung between ancient olives, a sun-warmed wall with a view that makes you forget the rest of the world exists. The best moments at Can Campolier are the ones you stumble upon by accident.
