Besalú, ciutat jueva is a celebration of historical recreation centered on the evocation of the medieval Jewish community of Besalú.
Besalú, ciutat jueva
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Date
From 15 to 16 of March of 2025
Location
Besalú
Related routes and excursions
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Jewish Besalú
The Jewish quarter of Besalú stood next to the river Fluvià for over 500 years and its history lives on in the rich heritage it has left behind.
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Medieval Route
Monasteries, medieval villages, churches and, above all, castles are today some of the most important reminders of the medieval past of La Garrotxa.
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RCR Arquitectes Route
A team of architects, RCR, has placed La Garrotxa at the forefront of architecture. Their unique skill of marrying the landscape and architecture has been rewarded by many different awards, including the prestigious Pritzker Prize (2017).
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Besalú circuit. Ruta 1 Garrotxa
A route that brings to life the Romanesque treasures of the village of Beuda, and which can be complemented with a visit to the centre of Besalú.
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Romanesque hermitages of la Garrotxa
Although some structures from the 11th century do still stand, most of the surviving medieval buildings in La Garrotxa date from the 12th and 13th centuries.
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GR 2 - La Jonquera to Aiguafreda
This GR runs from La Jonquera to Aiguafreda through medieval towns and villages such as Besalú and Santa Pau, and natural protected areas including La Garrotxa Volcanic Zone and Montseny natural parks, and the Collsacabra, Savassona and Tavertet Cliffs.
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GR 1 - Sendero Transversal
This GR crosses the whole Iberian Peninsula along the southern flanks of the Pyrenees and Cantabrian mountains. It runs from Empuries in the east to Finisterre in the west, passing through the Catalan pre-Pyrenees from the Costa Brava to Aragon.
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To the old fortress of the Counts of Besalú: Dosquers. Route 7 Garrotxa
This is a flat walk that will take you to the ruins of the old castle and the church of Sant Martí in the hamlet of Dosquers. Also highly recommendable by bike.
Related resources
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Can Cintet
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Can Traver de Besalú
ONLY ADULTS. Can Traver de Besalú is a retreat house surrounded by nature in La Garrotxa. Perfect for yoga, meditation, workshops, and group getaways of up to 65 people. Vegetarian cuisine and cozy spaces for personal growth and tranquility.
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Besalú Tourist Office
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Els Jardins de la Martana
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El Castell de Besalú all-you-can-eat restaurant
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Restaurant Can Nou
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Circusland
International Circus Palace
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Naturatours
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Espai Besalú
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Hotel Casa Marcial
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