Castell de Sant Joan
The origins of the Castle of Sant Joan are the origins of the town of Lloret. Back in the 11th century, the area of land delimited as Loredo was ruled over by Sicardis of Lloret (1031-1103). According to the terms of Sicardis’ will, the feudal land was to be shared between two of her sons: Bernat Umbert, Bishop of Girona, and Bernat Gaufred, a secular lord who became Lord of Palafolls.This shared jurisdiction lasted until 1218, when Bishop Bernat Umbert died and his fief passed exclusively to the See of Girona. In 1790, the Comú (Town Council) and the inhabitants of Lloret asked the Royal Council of the Treasury to make the castle and its land royal property in exchange for the payment of 8,000 pounds to the Cathedral Chapter for loss of ownership rights.