Medieval Besalu : History, Wine and Local Flavors

Duration2h

Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before

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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesEnglish, Spanish

Group sizeUp to 15 travelers

Overview

Discover Besalú, one of the best preserved medieval villages in Catalonia, on a small group tour accompanied by a local guide. An experience that combines history, Jewish culture and gastronomy in a unique setting.

We will start by crossing the iconic 12th century Romanesque bridge, one of the most impressive symbols of the region. We will continue to enter the old Jewish quarter, where you will learn about its history, its cultural legacy and its importance in the Middle Ages.

We will continue to tour the historic center of Besalu, among cobblestone streets, charming squares and perfectly preserved medieval architecture.

During the tour you will enjoy a tasting of handmade sausages of the Garrotxa, accompanied by the traditional ratafía.

To finish the experience, we will stop at a viewpoint with panoramic views of the bridge, before closing the tour with a glass of DO Empordà wine at a local winery.

What's included

Professional local guide
Small tasting of local sausages and artisan ratafía
Liability insurance
Guided tour of Besalú
Proximity wine glass

Tips (optional)
It does not include the visit to the interior of the mikvé.

What to expect

2h · Admission ticket included

Discover one of the most beautiful medieval villages in Catalonia in an experience that combines history, Jewish heritage and the authentic flavors of Catalan cuisine.

Cross the spectacular 12th century Romanesque bridge, walk along its cobblestone streets and enter the old Jewish quarter of Besalu with a local guide.

During the tour you will enjoy a tasting of artisanal sausages of La Garrotxa, ratafía, the traditional Catalan liquor made with aromatic herbs and green nuts, and a glass of wine proximity in a local winery.

You’ll finish the experience at a gazebo with one of the best panoramic views of the Besalú Bridge.

Itinerary:
• Crossing of the 12th century Romanesque bridge.
• Walk through the medieval historic quarter.
• Discovery of the Jewish quarter and the Mikvé of the 12th century.
• Tasting of handmade sausages and traditional rataphy.
• Stop at the viewpoint with panoramic views of the bridge.
• Proximity wine glass at a local winery.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meeting point:
In front of the main entrance of Ca La Nídia restaurant, next to the main parking lot of Besalú, just 1 minute walk from the emblematic Romanesque bridge.
How to recognize the guide:
The guide will carry a sign with the Slow Moon Tours logo, so you can easily identify it.

End point

Meeting point:
In front of the main entrance of Ca La Nídia restaurant, next to the main parking lot of Besalú, just 1 minute walk from the emblematic Romanesque bridge.
How to recognize the guide:
The guide will carry a sign with the Slow Moon Tours logo, so you can easily identify it.

Additional information

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.