Did you know Girona has one of the most well preserved Jewish quarters in Europe?
In this private tour you will have the chance to get an in-depth look at the Jewish history in Girona Province, where we can find two of Catalonia’s most important Jewish heritage sites: Girona and Besalú.
Best Girona & Besalú Tour
Nowadays, Girona is a popular day trip for tourists in Barcelona.
We will start the tour in Girona, getting lost in the narrow streets of this part of the city also called “el Call”, where in medieval times, was one of the biggest Jewish quarters in Europe, you will also enjoy the medieval atmosphere as well as this cute little town.The visit to the Jewish museum will help you to understand the importance of the Jewish community in this outstanding city.
After de visit around the old part of the city, you will have lunch break in Girona. city stands out for a great range of restaurants, characterized by the combination of traditional and avant-garde cuisine.
In the afternoon we will be moving towards Besalú by private car/minivan, leading us to an enchanting medieval village, just half an hour far.
At the entrance of this little town, you will be delighted with its remarkable and fascinating romanesque bridge, and where you can find some exceptional piece of the Jewish heritage in Catalonia: a Mikveh from the 12th century and traces of a synagogue closed in the 13th century.
Tour Highlights:
- Girona Cathedral
- Roman Wall
- Jewish Quarter.
- Jewish Synagogue
Includes:
Fee entrance to the Jewish Museum.
Professional English-speaking guide.
What’s not included:
Tips and gratuites.
Meeting point:
The tour guide will meet you at your hotel/apartment/train station (Girona City).
Duration:
6 hours.
Price:
This tour requires a minimum of 2 people.
2 people: 235 euros / person.
2 people: If you have your own vehicle:130 euros / person.
Every extra person: 75 euros more.