Visit to the Masia Freixa and the Headquarters of Ègara
La Masía Freixa, the singularity of modernism in Terrassa. Let yourself be guided by this Gaudinian-inspired building (1905-1910) built by the architect Lluís Muncunill, and which stands out for its rounded profiles, the use of the parabolic arch, the applied arts and the brittle glass of the roof. Currently the tourist office is located. THE […]
Castle of Cardona
The building of the imposing castle of Cardona began two thousand five hundred years ago, and during the Middle Ages was the residence of the Lords of Cardona. Many centuries of history are hidden within this impregnable fortress, where there is also the exceptional Sant Vicenç collegiate church, a jewel of Catalan Lombard Romanesque. Relive […]
Visit to the Salt Mountain of Cardna – A unique place in the world!
The Salt Mountain is a unique natural phenomenon in the world and is still growing as the rain erodes it. Its height of 120 metres is just the tip of an enormous diapir with a depth of nearly two kilometres. For one hour, you will descend to a depth of 86 metres and enjoy the […]
Visit and/or activities in Mataró
A day in Mataró. Come discover every corner of Mataró, its shops, its colours and its smells. Strolling through the city streets, you come across architectural treasures such as the Nau Gaudí –the first building planned by Antoni Gaudí–; the Coll i Regàs house and the Rengle market –the work of the Mataró architect Josep […]
Modernism by the sea
Come to discover the charm of a Mediterranean town, where the culture, tradition, gastronomy and large range of its beaches combine with the modernist heritage. We suggest to discover the three buildings that (Mr.) Lluís Domènech i Montaner designed in the centre of the village : the “Ateneu Canetenc” (1885), the first building he built […]
Visit to the Iberian village of Cogulló
Guided tour to get to know the archaeological site of the Iberian village of Cogulló, located on top of a strategic hill of 476 meters. Through the explanations of the guide you will be able to interpret the remains of what was a 5,000m2 fortified enclosure and learn about its history. Declared a BCIN and […]
Visit to the Palm Museum and craft demonstration
The Palm Museum and Rural Development Centre in Mas de Barberans opened in May 2010 as a venue for initiatives fostering and diversifying local and territorial economic development, and for the recovery of palm craftsmanship which is part of the region’s ethnological heritage. The working artisans that have taken training courses at the centre have […]
Route around the old quartier of la Seu d’Urgell
You can download the audioguide from the websites : www.laseumedieval.com or www.turismeseu.com. The route around the old quartier of the city, starts at the Cathedral of Santa Maria and its surrounding monuments, the most important in the city, the scene of religious power which has been instrumental in the origin, growth and foundation of the […]
Visit to the Monastery of Sant Joan de les Abadesses and the Vila Vella
Visit to the Monastery of San Juan de las Abadesas, in the Palau de la Abadía and in Vila Vella. You will visit one of the most important monuments of the Catalan Romanesque, as well as the former residence of the abbots and you will discover the Villa by going through its history and its […]
Visit to the studio of the artist Carles Fontserè
After returning from exile in the early 1970s, the poster designer, photographer, “ninot” maker, stage designer and writer Carles Fontserè lived and worked in Cal Tista and Can Montguix. His studio workshop is in one of the buildings, Can Montguix, which is open to the public. This creative workspace contains all the tools of the […]
