Girona Trip Overview
Immerse yourself in Jewish history during this 7-hour private tour of Girona and Besalu. Both are traditional Spanish Jewish communities that have a long history and rich culture. In Girona, wander the Jewish quarter of ‘the Call’ one of the most well preserved of Europe and learn about the important area’s medieval history, including Nahmanides, one of the greatest Kabbalah scholars. The Museum of Jewish History is a stop not to be missed, you will have a guided visit there. Enter the small city of Besalú via the famous medieval bridge and wander through the medieval and Jewish quarter. Have an exclusive guided visit a 13th-century Micveh a jewel of the Jewish Comunity of this area before being returned back to your hotel.
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* Duration: 7 hours
* Starts: Girona, Spain
* Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Historical & Heritage Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Girona, Catalunya, Spain
Immerse yourself in Jewish history during this 7-hour private tour of Girona and Besalu. Both are traditional Spanish Jewish communities that have a long history and rich culture. In Girona, wander the Jewish quarter of ‘the Call’ one of the most well preserved of Europe and learn about the important area’s medieval history, including Nahmanides, one of the greatest Kabbalah scholars. The Museum of Jewish History is a stop not to be missed, you will have a guided visit there. Enter the small city of Besalú via the famous medieval bridge and wander through the medieval and Jewish quarter. Have an exclusive guided visit a 13th-century Micveh a jewel of the Jewish Comunity of this area before being returned back to your hotel.
Itinerary
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Pass By: Girona Cathedral (Catedral), Placa de la Catedral, s/n, 17004 Girona Spain
The Cathedral of Santa Maria contains the widest Gothic Nave of the world.
Pass By: Girona Art Museum, Pujada de la Catedral, 12, 17004 Girona Spain
Girona is very popular for its Medieval architecture.
Stop At: The Museum of Jewish History, Carrer de la Forca, 8, 17004 Girona Spain
Guided visit of the Museum of Jewish History of about 1 hour.
Duration: 1 hour
Pass By: Eiffel Bridge (Pont de les Peixateries Velles), Pont de les Peixateries Velles, 4, 17004 Girona Spain
The most popular bridge of Girona was built by Gustave Eiffel ten years before than the Eiffel Tower in Paris.
Pass By: Passeig de la Muralla, Carrer Dels Alemanys, 20, 17004 Girona Spain
Enjoy a walk along the old walls of Girona to see the city from the top.
Stop At: Patronat Call de Girona, Carrer de la Forca, 8, 17004 Girona Spain
The Jewish quarters in Catalonia are named “Calls”. You will stroll around its narrow streets to feel transported to the middle ages.
Duration: 2 hours
Pass By: Onyar River, Girona Spain
The Onyar River passes through the city dividing the medieval part of the modern part.
Pass By: Bridge of Besalu, Carrer del Pont Vell, 17, 17850, Besalu Spain
Amazing bridge, one of the most impressive bridge of the Medieval ages in Spain.
