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With the arrival of spring, the Costa Brava and the Girona Pyrenees are transformed into a vibrant setting. From flower festivals to historical re-enactments, this time of year is the perfect season to experience the essence of the region.
Palafrugell welcomes spring with Flors i Violes, a festival where art, music and floral decoration come together to adorn the streets of the town. For several days, the streets of Palafrugell become open-air galleries, with art installations, live concerts and gastronomic offerings that invite you to enjoy a vibrant and inspiring atmosphere. It is the perfect time to stroll through the historic centre and discover the creative heart of the town.
Girona. Núria Fosas. Arxiu Imatges PTCBG
The city of Girona experiences one of its most magical weeks with Girona, Temps de Flors, a festival that is an emblem of the Costa Brava, where streets, squares and courtyards are transformed into a large ephemeral garden. Every corner of the Barri Vell is filled with flowers and spectacular artistic displays, turning the city into a true work of art. Beyond the visual aspect, which everyone loves, the event includes cultural activities, concerts and a gastronomic selection with seasonal flavours. If you want to experience Girona in an explosion of colours, this is the ideal time!
Pals. Pere Duran. Arxiu Imatges PTCBG
The town of Pals keeps alive one of its oldest customs with the traditional rice planting. This festival allows visitors to relive the ancestral process of planting rice by hand in the fields of the municipality, just as it was done centuries ago. With the participation of rice professionals dressed in traditional clothing and demonstrations of old trades, this experience is an authentic immersion into the agricultural culture of the area. Not only that, the day is rounded off with family activities, gastronomic tastings and live music, making this journey back in time a unique experience.
Festa de la llana a Ripoll
We continue our journey through time and stop off in Ripoll, where spring brings one of the most unique celebrations in the Girona Pyrenees: the National Wool Festival and the Rural Wedding. This event recreates the ancient livestock farming traditions of the region, with live demonstrations of sheep shearing and the handmade production of wool products. One of the most eagerly awaited moments is the recreation of a traditional rural wedding, between the heir and the heiress of two farmhouses, with period costumes, music and folk dances. This festival is a unique opportunity to experience the rural life of the past in a spectacular setting.
Hostalric. Jordi Aparicio. Arxiu Imatges PTCBG
Hostalric Medieval Fair: Jump back in time
If you want to feel like a true medieval knight or lady, the Medieval Fair of Hostalric is a must. This event transforms the town into an authentic Middle Ages setting, with craft markets, falconry shows, knight combat and demonstrations of ancient crafts. Strolling through the cobbled streets of the old town, you can find taverns, wandering musicians, travelling shows and even attend a tournament in a medieval enclosure. It is an immersive experience that will allow you to experience history in first person.
Arbúcies. Maria Geli - Pilar Planagumà. Arxiu Imatges PTCBG
The Enramades of Arbúcies is one of the most emblematic traditional festivals of the town. It is held during the octave of Corpus Christi, and the programme includes the iconic carpets of flowers, parades, dances, sardana dances, enramades, concerts and parades. Documented since 1589, the Enramades of Arbúcies were declared a traditional festival of national interest in 1999 by the Generalitat de Catalunya. A feast of tradition not to be missed.
This spring, we invite you to discover tradition through festivals where culture, history and nature combine to offer unforgettable experiences. Each celebration will allow you to experience the territory in a different way. Prepare your getaway and discover our origins!
