Festivities and traditions

Sant Jordi's Day (St George's Day) is the day for lovers in Catalonia. The tradition on this special day throughout the region is for lovers to exchange roses and books.Streets, squares and villages become filled with books and roses, turning into a display of culture and romanticism. It is a day for couples, families and book lovers, where both young and old can give and discover books, stroll among stalls and enjoy the signings of the most popular authors. From Barcelona to Girona and from Tarragona…

There are nights one can't forget, and the Dance of Death in Verges is one of them. The Dance of Death or the Danse Macabre is an ancestral ritual, magnetic and absolutely iconic that transforms this small town of Baix Empordà into the epicenter of one of the most impressive macabre dances in Europe. A unique gem of popular culture. Undoubtedly, one of the best ways to enjoy the most authentic Holy Week in Girona and the Costa Brava. You'll find torches, a dense silence, drums and skeletons dancing.…

When Carnival arrives, the streets of Catalonia transform into stages where everything is allowed: impossible costumes, movie-like floats, satire, and a lot of partying. If there’s a celebration that can turn any city or village into a spectacle of light, music, and madness, it’s undoubtedly Carnival. Here’s a guide to the best Carnivals in Catalonia that you can’t miss if you want to experience this explosion of color and fun.

When December arrives, Barcelona transforms into a city filled with lights, magic, and traditions. Among all of its attractions, one place stands out as the ultimate representation of Christmas spirit in the city:  Santa Llúcia Christmas market. The most authentic Christmas market in Barcelona. Located right in front of the Barcelona Cathedral, this centuries-old fair is the true epicenter of the holiday season. A living tradition that connects generations and receives, year after year, the visit…

Living nativity scenes (pessebre vivent in Catalan) are one of the most typical Christmas traditions in Catalonia. When Christmas comes around, many towns and cities host living nativities: human representations of the birth of Jesus. From charming little towns to natural spaces that seem straight out of a Christmas postcard, and even medieval monasteries, here are the living nativities you shouldn’t miss to enjoy an authentic and local Christmas experience.

The castellers are one of the most emblematic and popular traditions in Catalonia. They are human towers six to ten stories high, known as castells. They represent the values of collaboration, effort, community, and self-improvement. This activity, declared Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO in 2010, is very popular in different towns and cities in Catalonia, especially during major festivals. From Naturaki, we will introduce you to the origin of the castellers, the main events in…

The city of Girona is full of legends and mysteries that are part of the collective imagination. The legends will allow you to get to know and discover the city of Girona in a different way. From Naturaki, we invite you to explore the beautiful city of Girona through its legends. Will you join us? 

The Verbena de San Juan (Saint John’s eve) is one of the most popular festivals in Catalonia. It is an ideal occasion to gather with family and friends in a rural house to celebrate the arrival of summer. On the night of June 23rd, the shortest night of the year, every village and every neighborhood in Catalonia organizes its own Saint John’s Eve with the bonfire as a common element, and different activities that can vary depending on the town: community dinners, fireworks shows, musical performances...…

La Patum is probably the most important festival in Berga, the capital of the Berguedà region. It is a celebration with over 600 years of history, held annually during the Corpus Christi festivities. This fire and dance festival is so unique in its artistic and historical value that in 2005, it was declared a Masterpiece of the Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO.

We propose 10 plans for Christmas time that will allow you to learn about some of the most deeply rooted Christmas traditions in Catalonia, have a good time and enjoy the magic of Christmas with family, friends or your partner.