- Girona Jewish Quarter: Girona’s old Jewish quarter, known as the Call, is one of the best-preserved in Europe. Made up of narrow cobbled streets and quiet courtyards, this stone labyrinth preserves the memory of a Jewish community that flourished between the 13th and 14th centuries. Located at the foot of the cathedral, the quarter offers an immersive experience in the city’s medieval history. Inside, you’ll find the Jewish History Museum, which provides an insight into the customs, daily life, and impact of the Jewish community in Girona and Catalonia.
- Besalú: Besalú, a medieval town with an impressive heritage, stands out for its emblematic Romanesque bridge over the Fluvià River. This picturesque town is home to one of the oldest Jewish quarters in Catalonia, where a community was active in the Middle Ages. An exceptional find is the Besalú mikveh, an underground chamber built in the Romanesque style that was used for ritual baths and is considered unique in the Iberian Peninsula. Besalú’s harmonious medieval architecture has led to its declaration as a National Historic-Artistic Site.
- Castelló d’Empúries: Castelló d’Empúries, a medieval town near the Aiguamolls del Empordà and the Bay of Roses, was home to a thriving Jewish community that numbered up to 300 people in its heyday. The old town, with its labyrinth of cobbled streets, reflects the rich history of this community. In the Medieval History Museum of the Curia-Prison, there is a room dedicated to the Jewish legacy, with records of synagogues, cemeteries, and the commercial role of Jews in local life.
Jewish Tour on the Costa Brava: Girona, Besalú and Castelló d’Empúries
290,00€
Highlights of your Jewish Tour on the Costa Brava: Girona, Besalú, and Castelló d’Empúries
- Girona’s Jewish Quarter: Medieval alleyways and the Jewish History Museum, which offers insight into the life of the Jewish community in Girona during the 13th and 14th centuries.
- Besalú: Medieval bridge and the mikveh, a unique underground chamber in the Iberian Peninsula used for ritual baths. Besalú is a National Historic-Artistic Site.
- Castelló d’Empúries: Medieval alleyways and the Medieval History Museum of the Curia-Prison, which highlights the Jewish legacy in the town.
- Lunch in Besalú: Local restaurant recommendations to enjoy Catalan cuisine in a charming setting.
Jewish Tour on the Costa Brava: Girona, Besalú and Castelló d’Empúries
290,00€
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OVERVIEW OF THE JEWISH TOUR ON THE COSTA BRAVA: GIRONA, BESALÚ AND CASTELLÓ D'EMPÚRIES⇢
Jewish Heritage Tour on the Costa Brava: Girona, Besalú, and Castelló d’Empúries from Barcelona
We begin our route from Barcelona to delve into the rich Jewish heritage that survives in three of the most captivating destinations on the Costa Brava. Girona, Besalú, and Castelló d’Empúries welcome us to discover valuable evidence of the life of the Jewish communities that flourished in the region during the Middle Ages.
Our first stop is Girona, where we will tour one of the best-preserved Jewish quarters in Europe. The old call, made up of narrow, cobbled streets that wind between stone houses and quiet courtyards, extends at the foot of the cathedral and was the scene of the splendor of a vibrant community between the 13th and 14th centuries. Walking through this network is an immersive experience: the walls convey stories, and the atmosphere maintains its medieval essence. In this historic setting, we will visit the Museum of Jewish History, located on the same site where the main synagogue stood centuries ago. Its exhibition brings us closer to the daily life, customs, and role of Jews in Girona and other towns in Catalonia.
We continue the day to Besalú, a town with the soul of a county whose most emblematic image is the imposing medieval bridge that spans the Fluvià River. This postcard is merely the prologue to a monumental complex that invites us to explore centuries of history. Among its charms, we discover a Jewish quarter that in medieval times housed an organized and active community. One of the most notable discoveries is the mikveh, an underground room used for ritual baths, built in the Romanesque style and considered unique in the Iberian Peninsula. This legacy, along with the harmony of its medieval architecture, has earned Besalú the title of National Historic-Artistic Site.
Here we will pause for lunch. Although lunch is not included, we’ll provide you with carefully selected recommendations so you can enjoy local cuisine in one of Catalonia’s most charming towns.
After this gastronomic stop, we head towards Castelló d’Empúries. This town, located next to natural areas such as the Aiguamolls del Empordà and the Bay of Roses, was home to one of the most important Jewish communities in the region. At its peak, it numbered nearly 300 people, leaving a visible mark on the town’s urban planning and historical documentation. Strolling through its old town is like immersing yourself in a labyrinth of streets and squares that once formed the heart of the call. In the Medieval History Museum of the Curia-Prison, you’ll find a room dedicated exclusively to this legacy, with records that reveal the existence of synagogues, local cemeteries, and the commercial role of Jews in the town’s life.
After a day full of history, culture, and medieval architecture, we begin our return to Barcelona.
ABOUT THIS JEWISH TOUR ON THE COSTA BRAVA: GIRONA, BESALÚ AND CASTELLÓ D'EMPÚRIES♥
DATES OF THE JEWISH TOUR ON THE COSTA BRAVA: GIRONA, BESALÚ AND CASTELLÓ D'EMPÚRIES≔
WHAT IS INCLUDED BY THE JEWISH TOUR ON THE COSTA BRAVA: GIRONA, BESALÚ AND CASTELLÓ D'EMPÚRIES ★
Includes:
- Round-trip private transportation from Barcelona.
- Specialized guide throughout the tour.
- Entrance fees to the Museum of Jewish History (Girona), the micve (Besalú), and the Museum of Medieval History (Castelló d’Empúries).
- Free time to explore at each destination.
Not Included:
- Lunch (restaurant suggestions provided).
- Entrance fees to additional monuments not specified.
- Personal expenses and tips are not included.
CONDITIONS AND CANCELLATION POLICY☜
Maximum capacity: 15 people.
Meeting point: Pick-up at the hotel.
Reservation confirmation is required.
CANCELLATION POLICY
One-day tours are cancellable up to 24 hours in advance.
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