The distance from Girona via Barcelona to Madrid is about 700 km. Girona and Barcelona are part of the Spanish autonomous community of Catalonia, including the provinces of Barcelona, Girona, Lleida and Tarragona. Because of the autonomous status of Catalonia is also designated as historical nationality. Please watch the 4k UHD video here You are […]
An Evening in Girona – Catalonia
We search for a hotel near the station because our train to Madrid leaves very early the next morning. We decided for Hotel Europe, only few steps away from the station. An evening in Girona Since it is early evening, we opted for a stroll in the old town. We already experienced the city during […]
Arqueta de Sant Martirià – Reliquary of the Saint Martirianus
In the afternoon of our last day in Banyoles, Marta José Maria from Arqueolitic led us again to the monastery of Sant Esteve de Banyoles. Please watch the 4k UHD video here You are currently viewing a placeholder content from YouTube. To access the actual content, click the button below. Please note that doing so […]
Ca L’Arpa – Michelin star restaurant and 4 star hotel
The Hotel-Restaurant Ca L’Arpa is in the center of Banyoles near the Placa Major. The house, built in 1910, was the home of the family of the owner Pere Arpa. In 2008, Pere converted it to a restaurant with an attached 4-star hotel. Lunch in the Michelin star restaurant The restaurant in ivory hues captivates through a […]
Exploring the old town of Banyoles
Banyoles is always worth a visit. The reason for this is not only the lake, but also because of the wonderful old town from the 14th century and the surroundings. Location The Catalan city of Banyoles is the capital of the district of Pla de l’Estany in the province of Girona. From here you can […]
Dinner and Strambotism with Quim Hereu – a top experience
The evening in the studio of the Catalan painter Quim Hereu was certainly our top experience in Catalunya. Quim Hereu Quim Hereu is a painter of world renown, who is regarded as the leading exponent of Strambotism. You find his work in large private collections around the world, especially in Mexico, United States, France, India […]