Documentary evidence mentioning the hermitage of Santa Cristina dates back to shortly after the Black Death. After 1376, there was a sharp rise in the popular devotion to Santa Cristina, which led to the building of this sanctuary between 1764 and 1772.

The chapel is dedicated to the patron saint of the municipality, the protector of those heading out to sea. In the 18th century, with new-found wealth flooding into the town of Lloret as a result of the bustling trade with the Americas, the people wanted to show their gratitude to Santa Cristina, leading to the expansion of the chapel into the current sanctuary, which has a markedly neoclassical style. The chapel is notable for its main altar and various ex-votos given as a gesture of gratitude to the saint, and also for a collection of miniature ships found inside. The Obreria de Santa Cristina is an association in charge of maintaining the chapel and upholding the traditions celebrated at this sanctuary. During year, two main festivals are held: Perdons (second Sunday in Lent) and the Procession of Santa Cristina (24 July, Lloret’s local festival or annual town festival). Just a few metres from the hermitage you can access Santa Cristina Beach, nestled between two large hills that protect it from the wind and waves, keeping its waters constantly calm.