Mercè Rodoreda was one of the most influential contemporary writers in Catalan literature. In the town where she spent the last years of her life, Romanyà de la Selva, you can explore the writer's literary geography from twelve key points that are already part of the literary history of Catalonia
Hermitages, castles, ramparts, gardens and lighthouses full of history are waiting for us to discover them. On this getaway to Blanes, Lloret de Mar and Tossa de Mar, we’ll venture into the incredible natural and cultural heritage so treasured by these seaside towns. Let’s go!
In his books the writer Josep Pla often described his native Empordà, and this route takes you to all the places associated with his life and work.
Like a massive figure of 8 the lake of Banyoles is the municipality's main identifying feature. A trip around it is an invitation to discover the natural and cultural heritage of the area, one that is often explained through myths concerning water.
The various routes through these two municipalities in La Garrotxa enable you to explore their history and appreciate their rich heritage, which they have maintained to the present day, and which provides them with their unique personalities.
The district's volcanic landscape, stunningly beautiful in the autumn, provides the setting for three places where heritage also has a prominent role: Olot, Sant Joan les Fonts and Castellfollit de la Roca.
Wines between the sea and the mountains
This month we propose to combine two excursions in one route: the medieval centres of Baix Empordà and, along the way, such marvels as the Iberian settlement of Ullastret and the Gala Dalí castle in Púbol.
Art and north winds
Get into the art and nature of Girona
Get to know the Romanesque style of the counts
A route to get to know about the Catalan genius
Peerless views of the Mediterranean, from Blanes to Calella de Palafrugell
Culture and history in the pre-Pyrenees
Two Iberian treasures, right in the heart of the Costa Brava, on a hiking weekend
A day-long excursion to discover the area surrounding Lloret during the months of June, July and August
Explore the Cerdanya district and its ancient history with some of these summertime activities
Did you know that there are very interesting archaeological sites very close to Banyoles where you can find out more about the district's history?
A getaway to the past in La Selva and the Empordà
The new ticket enables you to visit the Cathedral, the Basilica and the Girona Art Museum
A tour around some of the most important Easter events and processions in Catalonia
Guardians of the frontier
This region in the heart of the Pyrenees offers a break surrounded by nature where you can discover heritage of incalculable value: churches, monasteries, old towns and iconic bridges. A territory that breathes history.
