Besalú Medieval and Jewish Tour with Sausages Ratafía and Wine

2 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English and 1 more

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)

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
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 2 hours (approximately)
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    Discover Besalú on a 2-hour tour with a local small group guide. Stroll through its medieval streets, cross the 12th-century Romanesque bridge and explore the old Jewish quarter and the Plaza de Sant Pere. During the tour, enjoy a tasting of Garrotxa sausages and traditional ratafía. Finish the experience with panoramic views of the bridge from a viewpoint and a glass of nearby wine at a local winery. Itinerary: 1. Tour of the 12th century Romanesque bridge. 2. Exploration of the old Jewish quarter and the Mikvé of the 12th century. 3. Walk through the historic center and its medieval legacy. 4. Tasting of handmade sausages of Garrotxa and traditional ratafía, Catalan liquor made with 40 herbs and green nuts. 5. Viewpoint stop with panoramic views of the bridge. 6. Closure with proximity wine glass.

    2 hours Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Slow Moon Tours

Tags

Private and Luxury
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Food & Drink
Spring Break

Cancellation Policy

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

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