Holiday cottages in Horta de Sant Joan

Horta de Sant Joan was under Muslim domination until the reconquest, when it passed into the hands of the Templars. One of the most emblematic characters who have lived in the town is Picasso. If you want to find out more about what his stay was like , you can visit the Centre Picasso.

On the other hand, if you walk through the center of the town, you will be able to see some of its most emblematic historical buildings. For nature lovers, Horta de Sant Joan offers numerous hiking routes.

Picasso was in Horta de Sant Joan several times in his life. The Centre Picasso is a tribute to the author and houses several facsimile reproductions of some of his works. You will also be able to see numerous personal objects and photographs of the well-known painter.

Horta de Sant Joan has a historic core that has been declared a Cultural Property of National Interest. If you do the Renaissance Route you will be able to see buildings from the 16th century such as the Town Hall, the Casa de la Comanda or the Antic Hospital.

One of the main attractions of Horta de Sant Joan is the Parc Natural dels Ports. If you like hiking , there are numerous walking routes that will allow you to enjoy a unique natural environment . You also have areas specially equipped for the practice of climbing or speleology.

If you want to take the bike, you can do the Via Verda de la Terra Alta. A route of 24 kilometers that follows an itinerary of the old railway that connected Horta de Sant Joan with other towns such as Tortosa or Arnes.