Step into Spain’s rich Jewish history with an immersive journey through Girona and Besalú, featuring ancient streets, historic sites, and cultural tales that breathe life into the past.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
8 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels, including those with moderate mobility.
Wildlife
History
Girona’s Jewish community flourished until the late 15th century, leaving behind incredible architecture and cultural landmarks. The Mikvé in Besalú dates back to the 12th century, illustrating the region’s religious history.
Conservation
Efforts are ongoing to preserve Girona and Besalú’s historic sites, ensuring that their architectural heritage remains intact for future generations while promoting sustainable tourism practices.
Girona Experience
Step into Spain’s rich Jewish history with an immersive journey through Girona and Besalú, featuring ancient streets, historic sites, and cultural tales that breathe life into the past.
Girona Experience is a local tour operator based in Girona, Catalunya, offering guided walking tours and full‑day excursions across the Costa Brava and inland medieval villages. The company’s portfolio includes history and gastronomy walks in Girona, Jewish heritage routes, Game of Thrones walking tours, and art-focused trips to the Dalí Theatre‑Museum in Figueres and Portlligat. Day trips visit Calella de Palafrugell, Llafranc, Begur, Pals, Peratallada, Cadaqués, Sant Pere de Rodes and the Cap de Creus Natural Park, plus regional wine tours in the Empordà denomination of origin.
Girona Experience provides public small‑group tours and private guided options departing from Girona and Barcelona, with itineraries ranging from short three‑hour walks to full ten‑hour excursions. Tours highlight Girona’s Cathedral, the Jewish Quarter (El Call), Romanesque monuments, Arab baths and the Onyar riverfront, and combine historical narration with local tastings such as anchovies, cheeses and the Catalan pastry Xuixo. Booking information, meeting points and detailed itineraries are published for each trip, and customers can choose experiences focused on history, gastronomy, modernist art or natural landscapes. The operator’s described routes emphasize accessible day trips to iconic destinations like Figueres, Besalú and the volcanic zone near Bañolas. Girona Experience communicates trip inclusions, durations and pickup options for travellers planning visits to Girona and the Costa Brava. Languages on tours include English and Spanish; specific language availability appears per tour.
Base Location
Girona, Catalunya
Departure point for most tours
Tour Durations
3–10 hours
From short walks to full days
Tour Types
Public & Private
Small groups and private options
Tours Offered
21 tours
History, gastronomy, Dalí, wine and nature
Reserve a walking tour or full-day Costa Brava excursion — clear itineraries, multiple departures from Girona and Barcelona.
Wear comfortable shoes
The streets are cobbled and uneven, so sturdy footwear is recommended for easy walking.
Bring water and a hat
Stay hydrated and protected from the sun during the outdoor parts of the tour.
Prepare for indoor visits
Expect to spend some time inside museums and historic sites that may have dim lighting.
Book in advance
Ensure your spot on this popular tour by reserving ahead, especially in peak seasons.
Comfortable walking shoes
Necessary for navigating cobblestone streets and uneven surfaces.
Sun protection (hat, sunscreen)
Protect yourself from the sun during outdoor walking sections.
summer
Water bottle
Stay hydrated amidst the exploration.
Camera or smartphone with good camera
Capture the scenic streets and historic architecture.