Medieval Heritage Girona And Besalu Private Tour

Discover the city of Girona, its medieval and jewish heritage in the old down town and the jewish quarter (named “el call”). Walk along the walls and enjoy the panoramic views of Girona.

Visit the cathedral and it’s treasur, and finish the visit at the jewish museum in Girona.

After that time for lunch in Girona or Besalú and after lunch visit the cosy town of Besalú and its medeval and jewish heritage.

This is a private tour and you will have a driver-guide, who explain the most important and shows you where everything is. Our driver-guides are not official guides but got enough knowlegments of every place you visit.

The cathedral of Girona is well known because includes the widest gothic nave in the world with a width of 22 metres (72 ft). Also is interesting to visit the museum’s main attraction: the Tapestry of Creation, an 11th- or early-12th-century piece considered amongst the master works of Romanesque tapestry

In Girona is one of the most important jewish museums in our country, where you will discover the jewish heritage through eleven galleries. The main aim of the Museum is to preserve and reflect the history of the Jewish communities of Catalonia, which throughout the entire medieval period formed part of, and made a decisive contribution to, the history of the country and its cultural and scientific development.

The extension of the Roman walls during the medieval ages (9th century) today enables visitors to stroll along a walkway following some sections of the longest Carolingian walls in Europe. The various towers are excellent vantage points offering panoramic views over the city.

In this little town of Besalú you will find an impressive medieval bridge that exists from the 11th century. What happens is that in 1315 a flood destroyed the bridge and was rebuilt thanks to the tax established under the notice of James II besaluencs leaders. Over time, it has been rebuilt several times.

Discover the civil building from the 12th century. The arab baths (Romanesque style).

Discover the landscape of Girona, while driving to the city or on the way to Besalu. Take a look at the local architecture, the nature around and the four rivers in Girona,

Girona is a city on a human scale with all the charm of a larger city. Take a leisurely stroll through the old town, visit the museums and the historic buildings, wander through the streets and squares, and discover the tourist attractions, restaurants, etc. Enjoy it at any time of year.

The assets of Besalú is based on a high percentage in the monuments that make up the medieval town. It is difficult to find a town with so much heritage per square feet. The buildings that make up our heritage temples ranging from religious to civil buildings of great interest. It is remarkable heritage that has remained of the Jewish community that lived in Besalú from the ninth century until 1436. Besalú is one of the best preserved medieval towns in Catalonia. Its geographical situation favored a settlement already settled in ancient times and it has been a meeting place of different cultures that have enriched the heritage of the town.

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• This Tour is Provided by LIMOSLAND.
• Tour Timezone & Starts at Europe/Madrid.
• Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
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