Vilafranca del Penedès

In the 12th century, an Aragonese prince, Peter III the Great, died within the walls of the Palau Reial, leaving a trail of mystery that still permeates every stone today. A thousand years of history intertwine in the streets of Vilafranca del Penedès, where every corner is an echo of the past and a challenge for the present. Cross the threshold of the Church of San Francisco and the Convent of the Santísima Trinidad. Discover the history of the phylloxera that almost annihilated the vineyards of Penedès, and how the resilience of its people forged the identity of an entire region. Investigate the secrets that Casa Jané i Alegret holds in its architecture, a vibrant testament to bygone eras. Every detail is a piece of the puzzle you must solve. Delve into the spirit of the Castells de Catalonia, the human towers that defy gravity and logic, a tradition that boils over during the Festa Major de Vilafranca del Penedès. Walk along Carreró de La Torre and feel the vibration of centuries of history beneath your feet. Conquer the enigmas that await you in the Mercado de la Verdura and the Mercado de la Carne. Vilafranca immerses you in an adventure that goes beyond the obvious, where every step brings you closer to unraveling its true treasures. With cultural points of interest and nearly 1,200 challenges waiting, are you ready to build your own tower of knowledge?