Medieval towns of Empordà I: hiking from Peratallada to Palau-Sator and Pals

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DATE: May 15th at 8.30h

A beautiful excursion to discover the interior of Baix Empordà, Josep Pla’s homeland and one of the most beautiful areas of Catalonia. Throughout the day we will visit three of the most beautiful medieval villages of the Empordà and walk along a beautiful, easy and very flat path (9km).

– PERATALLADA

Peratallada is probably the best preserved medieval village in the whole of Baix Empordà. Declared a Historic-Artistic Site for the enormous architectural wealth it preserves, strolling through its cobbled and flower-filled streets is a pleasure for the senses.

– PALAU-SATOR

Palau-Sator is another medieval village of feudal urban fabric, with small streets of medieval origin that seem to have been frozen in time.

– PALS

Pals is undoubtedly the most famous and touristic medieval village of the beautiful Empordà. Dominated by the Torre de les Hores, the medieval quarter of Pals offers one of the best panoramic views of this area of the Costa Brava.

THE PLAN

– 8.30h: We meet at Plaça Universitat (at the main entrance of the University of Barcelona) to take our private bus (50% occupancy).

– 10.30h: Arrival to Peretallada and brief breakfast

– 11h-11.30h: Guided tour of Peretallada

– 11.30-15h: 9km walking tour through flat and easy paths until reaching Pals. During the journey we will visit Palau-Sator and Fontclara.

– 15-16.30h: Arrival in Pals and free time to eat (you can bring a sandwich or eat separately in a restaurant in Pals).

– 16.30-17.30h: Guided visit to Pals

– 17.30h: Return bus, arriving in Barcelona around 7:30 p.m.

Languages: Spanish, Catalan and English

TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION OF THE HIKE:

– Level: Easy (but a minimum of physical condition is required).
– Total distance: 9km
– Accumulated difference in altitude: Not very steep
– Duration: 3-4 hours approx.

In order to have more space during the trip, we go by bus with 50 or 60 seats for a maximum of 25 or 30 people.

If the weather forecast is bad or the situation generated by the Covid19 prevents us from doing so, the excursion will be postponed.

DATES: May 15, 2021

ACCOMPANYING GUIDE: TONI BELLIDO

MINIMUM GROUP 20 PEOPLE AND MAXIMUM 30

DEPARTURE PLACE	Plaça Universitat (main entrance of the University of Barcelona)
DAY AND HOUR	Saturday, May 15, at 8:30 a.m.
INCLUDED	Transportation by private coach at 50% occupancy Official accompanying guide         Transport insurance
NOT INCLUDED	Meal