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Discover Banyoles through a unique tour between Catalonia’s largest natural lake and its charming old town, in an experience that combines nature, history and local cuisine. With a local guide, you will learn about the karst origin of the lake, its legends and the historic streets of the center. In the heart of the old town, try one of the most famous delicacies in the province of Girona: xuixo, a baked dough cake filled with pastry cream. The tasting takes place in a recognized local pastry shop, winner of the award for the best xuixo in the world in 2018. And if you come on a Wednesday morning, you will cross the lively weekly market, full of colors, aromas and local products.
What will you see during the tour?
✓ Stork viewpoint
✓ Forest of Les Estunes
✓ Spa of Font Pudosa
✓ Historic center with xuixo tasting in award-winning pastry
✓ Weekly market (Wednesday mornings only)
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
In front of the Aquarium Cafè. Your guide will be waiting for you with a visible sign of the "Slow Moon Tours" logo so you can easily find it.
Itinerary
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1Estany de Banyoles
Enjoy a guided tour around the largest natural lake in Catalonia while discovering its origin and history. The tour follows the trail that surrounds it and allows you to know how this singular landscape was formed, who were its first inhabitants and the stories and legends that are still part of the local memory.
45 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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You will explore hidden corners such as Les Estunes, a forest of travertine cracks surrounded by mystery, where nature mixes with ancient local legends that speak of the goges, the lake fairies.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
You will also visit the Font Pudosa, an ancient 19th century spa known for its sulphurous waters with supposed medicinal properties. Although today it is disused, it is still a curious place with a lot of history, surrounded by nature and wrapped in a nostalgic air.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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You will walk through the old town of Banyoles, a maze of alleys with centuries of history. You will discover the Plaça Major with its medieval porches, the Gothic church of Santa Maria dels Turers and spaces full of life such as El Tint, where the fabrics were dyed. And if you come on a Wednesday morning, you will cross the lively weekly market, full of colors, aromas and local products that give life to the square. In the heart of the old town, try one of the most famous delicacies in the province of Girona: xuixo, a delicious baked dough cake filled with pastry cream. A walk that reveals the soul of a town shaped by water and time.
45 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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