It seems like time stopped in Besalú. It is a small town in the northern Catalonian region that was designated as a historical national property ("conjunt històric-artístic") in 1966. Many of the remaining is from the 11-12C: everything built with thick stones - houses, church, well, tiles. very simple and authentic.
It would be great to stop by, if you're making a small trip with a car by visiting the small towns in the area.
Things to do
The bridge dominates Besalú. It is perfectly restored (it was heavily damaged under the Spanish Civil War). It is a very pleasant walk across the bridge but it is also impressive to walk along the river coming from the Centre of the town.
is located in the center of the beautiful medieval village of Besalu. This romanesque church of Sant Pere is the sole remnant of a 948AD benedictine monastery that was demolished in 1835. Nearby is a mikvah, (jewish bath) that was built in 1264. It is one of only three baths of that period that survive in Europe today.
