The castle and the church of Sant Esteve and Sant Sebastià form a homogeneous monumental complex located at the top of the so-called Turó del Castell, from where much of the Pla de Bages and the Llobregat valley are dominated with fantastic views. . The church is part of the National Artistic Heritage of Catalonia
The monumental complex of Coaner is located in the municipality of Sant Mateu de Bages, very close to Súria, in a quiet and picturesque valley of great landscape and architectural interest within the Plan of Areas of Natural Interest of the Sierra de Castelltallat. The complex consists of the church of Sant Julià Coaner, the
A fun and pleasant visit to the monumental site of Cardona Castle, in adventure format, for discovering the great secret of the medieval legend of the Minyona Tower (Maid’s Tower). A dramatised route through history and the fortress, designed specially for families and children. Approximate duration: 1 hour 15 min. Only in Catalan
Brother and sister, Carlota and Tomeu Bartomeu, are research scientists with knowledge in lots of areas of science. They are descendents of GuillemBartomeu, fifteenth-century alchemist and author of the LIBER SALIS, or the Book of Salt, which compiles all his knowledge about the Mountain… and also his great secret. The centuries have gone by and
The preservation of diversity is our responsibility, and this small zoo will help to make you aware of it. Here you will find domestic and wild animals, including birds of prey and little animals which have found their shelter here. Share an educational experience for all the family, guided by monitors with great knowledge and
The last stage of the Ignatian Way takes place in the Bages region. Stage 27 that begins in the square of the Abbey of Montserrat and continues along the Degotalls path. Ahead, a hike awaits us, mostly with a downward trend, passing by the monasteries of Santa Cecilia and San Esteve de Marganell, San Cristófol
You have 120 kilometres to choose from to find the perfect route, on foot or by bicycle. Switch off noise on delightful paths surrounded by incomparable natural landscapes. The Rajadell brook, various springs in the municipality and the Green Route which links with Manresa will give you an unforgettable day.
We suggest an easy hike to the Mura cave, a cavity 170 metres deep, used by humans 4,000 years ago as a communal burial place. There are calcareous formations and crystals of great beauty, formed during the passing of millions of years.
We will take you to meet the torrent Flequer tubs and the Bledas tubes, they are beautiful stone constructions that were used to store grapes, as well as the fabrication of wine, more than 150 years ago. Also you will visit vineyards huts, dry stone walls and a couple of other vineyards around Mura's village.
An excursion which encompasses unique constructions in Catalonia, the dry stone vats where wine was made, deep in the mountains, close to the vineyards. These buildings are unique to Catalonia, they date from the 18th and 19th centuries and are evidence of the importance of the vineyards and wine in the Bages district.
Go up to the summit of Sant Jeroni (1,236 m) and enjoy a spectacular panoramic view from the Pyrenees and as far as the Mediterranean. The most important point of the route, however, is a path surrounded by nature, with the cultural heritage, history and legends of the most symbolic mountain of Catalonia.
You walk through a sea of rock of extraordinary shapes, you can look up and see strong projecting needles making long shadows over the tracks and channels where you are walking. This is what awaits you in Montserrat, the magic mountain which we invite you to discover while you listen to some of its legends
Go inside a rock-salt mountain unique in the world, exploited since the Neolithic age, which made Cardona a rich and powerful place. Children can involve themselves in an adventure through a dramatized visit. All ages can examine the installations in the Nieves mine, closed in 1990, and understand the geological formation of central Catalonia 40
Every weekend you can enjoy family workshops arranged so that parents and children can join together in a shared activity. The offer includes: workshops on historical cooking, for promoting good eating habits (along the lines set by the Alicia Foundation).
Observe the immensity of the universe, appreciate the stars and constellations which shine in the heavens every night. Rediscover the sun, our ruling star, and the planets which orbit around it. All this awaits you at the Serra de Castelltallat, far from the light pollution of the city.
What is Montserrat and what does it mean? You can answer this question here, in an amazing sound and visual experience. Among the contents is the presence of the Holy Image, the uniqueness of a monastery nearly a thousand years old and its spiritual, cultural and social significance in Catalonia. Montserrat is shown in all
You will see how they make Aromes de Montserrat, the popular liqueur linked to the sanctuary. While you taste it, you will hear about the ingredients, fruit of the botanical wealth of the mountain of Montserrat, about its origins linked to cultural wealth and the knowledge accumulated by the community of monks.
The historic centre of Mura preserves all its medieval charm with narrow winding streets, welcoming squares, picturesque turns and passages. You will discover the Romanesque church of Sant Martí, the hermitage of Sant Antoni, the Camil Antonietti paseo and other points of interest which make this discovery a brilliant outing.
Do you know how important water and the irrigation channel were to the development of Manresa? Find out about the ribbon industry and the leadership that Manresa holds, even today. Without doubt, this will be a good visit for all the family, whether on your own or with a guide
What was Manresa like when St Ignatius of Loyola lived there? In this space, created in the Manresa Conservatory Theatre (Convent of the Order of Preachers in the time of St Ignatius), you can travel back in time to the 16th century and see the buildings and town layout that Manresa no longer preserves. An
Enter fully into the cultures of biblical geography. Follow the footsteps of the people of Israel with the exceptional objects and works collected by Father Ubach during his journeys around the biblical lands: Egypt, Mesopotamia and the Holy Land.
You can learn about the daily life of the choir boys and the teaching and artistic functions of the residential school which has become so celebrated in musical teaching. And you can visit the New Sacristy, one of the most significant parts of the basilica, with the extraordinary feature of murals painted by Josep Obiols.
Mummies, sarcophagi, hieroglyphics and other objects explain to us who the ancient Egyptians were and how they lived. For an hour, you hear all about the Nile and the fertile lands on its banks, you come to the great buildings of the pharaohs and the beginnings of writing. You can enjoy a fascinating journey without
500 years ago, Saint Ignatius of Loyola formulated his Spiritual Exercises in one of the caves of this place. What was a little cave has been converted into a sanctuary and has become the universal reference point for St. Ignatius and the Jesuits, as well as being a grand example of the baroque art (the
Visit the most important monument in Manresa. Santa Maria de la Seu is a gothic basilica considered to be a twin of Santa Maria del Mar in Barcelona, designed by the same architect. The church holds a very important collection of gothic altarpieces which show the economic heights of the “great century” of Manresa, the
A comprehensive proposal to get to know some of the most important parts of the city, where you will also discover details about the environment, such as the Geopark of Central Catalonia, the Sèquia Park and the wines of the DO Pla de Bages. A visit to a vibrant Manresa!
Discover what Manresa was like in the 14th century. A multimedia assembly narrated by King Pere III the Ceremonious, founder of the principal Catalan institutions. Installed in an old house, this centre offers theatrical visits, medieval dinners and other proposals which it is worth enquiring about.
Spectacular, majestic and imposing, Cardona Castle is the only fortress that has never been conquered. With privileged views of the Salt Mountain and the Saline valley, it was the ducal seat of the powerful "Kings without a crown" and the last point of resistance in the War of Succession. Today it hosts interesting guided tours
Breathe the social and economic effervescence of the Late Middle Ages. At the foot of the imposing castle, the historic centre of Cardona is a mix of narrow streets, grand houses and remarkable buildings, both civil and religious. A guided visit to the Medieval Centre of Cardona, culminating in enjoying the cuisine with genuine local
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Bages Turisme is the tourism management, promotion and planning body for Bages, which brings together the 30 municipalities in the region and also private agents in the tourism sector with the support of the Barcelona Provincial Council.
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