Tour of the Besalú Jewish Quarter
Tour of the Jewish Quarter of Besalú
At the time of your choice, we'll meet up in front of the iconic Romanesque bridge that crosses the river Fluvià and set off on our tour of Besalú.
On the other bank awaits the medieval historic center of one of the most beautiful villages of Girona. We'll visit the most emblematic spots in the town, among which the Call, the old Jewish quarter, stands out. It's an area full of narrow and picturesque streets that will bring us several centuries back in time.
In 1492, the Catholic Monarchs decided to expel the Jewish population from the kingdoms. Even so, it's still possible to learn about their legacy after all these years. To do so, we'll visit one of the four remaining miqves in Europe. In this ancient building, which housed the Jewish bath hall, we'll learn about the ritual purification process.
During the tour of the Call, we'll learn about the customs, traditions, culture, and cuisine in the Besalú Jewish community. We'll also discover the history of other important monuments in the town, such as the monastery of San Pedro: a magnificent monastery that was established in the 11th century thanks to Count Bernardo I of Besalú.
Finally, after two hours of strolling around Besalú, our tour will come to an end in the historic center of the town.
More Information
Duration
2 hours.
Language
The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English.
Included
English–speaking guide
Entrance to the Besalú miqveh
When to book?
You can book up until 12 hours before the activity as long as there are still places. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Accessibility
Sustainability
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.
Our providers commit to:
- Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
- Reduce, reuse, recycle.
- Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
- Uphold fair employment standards.
- Foster the growth of local communities.
- Preserve the integrity of local culture.
- Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
- Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
- Operate with honesty and transparency.
- Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.
This particular activity contributes as follows:
- No printing of documentation required.
Provider
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Yolanda Urrea
Corporate name: Yolanda Urrea Ribera
Pets
Permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?
A - At Civitatis we guarantee the best quality and prices, click here if you want to know how we select our activities.
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
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Q - Is a minimum number of participants required?
A - This activity requires a minimum of 4 participants. Should this number not be reached, we'll get in touch with you to offer alternatives.
If you have any other questions please contact us.
Free cancellation
Besalú parking lot, next to the Romanesque bridge
