when talking to you about Garraf town, the first thing we must do is clarify that we are referring to the small village belonging to the Municipality of Sitges. Not to the region of the same name that includes this same council, but also those of Canyellas, San Pedro de Ribas, Cubella, Olivella and Villanueva i Geltrú.
Therefore, we are going to focus on that small town that is at the foot of the Falconera and that is bathed in Mediterranean coast. With barely five hundred inhabitants, it is a charming town that offers numerous tourist attractions. If you want to get to know it a little better, we are going to show you everything you can see and do in Garraf town.
The urban center of the town
Garraf marina
Walking through the streets of this small town is a pleasure. You can approach his Leisure port, sports port, which even has its own yacht club. It has more than six hundred moorings and is included in regattas such as La Petrolera or Las Columbretes. In addition, it allows you to appreciate magnificent sunsets.
You can also visit the church of Santa Maria, a modern temple with whitewashed walls that blend perfectly with the light of the Mediterranean. It has classic shapes, with a single nave and bell tower.
But one of the main attractions of Garraf town is the Les Casetes beach. It is a small sandy area with calm waters that has preserved the old white and green huts in which the fishermen kept their gear (hence its name). Already in the XNUMXs, they were transformed into small holiday homes.
In total, thirty-three of these small huts have been preserved. Currently, they are no longer used as accommodation, but, restored, are part of the monumental heritage of the region and, above all, beautify the beach. Its conservation is precisely in charge of Les Casetes del Garraf Beach Neighborhood Association.
It is quite possible that, even if you don't know it, you already know this beautiful beach. The reason is that it has served as the setting for numerous films and series and even advertisements. Not in vain, it has been classified as historical set to prevent construction in its vicinity.
The viewpoints of Garraf town
Another view of Garraf beach with Falconera in the background
As is the case along the entire coast of Catalonia, the Garraf Pueblo area also offers you incomparable views of the Mediterranean. You can enjoy them from viewpoints such as that of Punta dels Corrals. Although you can reach it on foot without effort, it has free parking and even has a picnic area.
Even more spectacular is the call, precisely, Costas del Garraf viewpoint. In your case, you can not only appreciate the beauty of the sea, but also that of a good stretch of the Garraf natural park and you will even contemplate Sitges for its northern area. This balcony overlooking the Mediterranean is located about a five-minute walk from the previous one. You just have to follow the road. However, if you prefer to go by car, it also has free parking.
Garraf Castle
The Garraf castle
Near Garraf town, next to the road that connects Barcelona with Calafell, you will find this old fortification built around the XNUMXth century. It dominates the coast from the top of a hill and was surrounded by a wall. Likewise, a watchtower rose above it.
El Castellot, as the people of Garagafen know it, has been declared cultural asset of national interest and has received some care. Specifically, its access has been improved and its structure has been consolidated. If you visit it, you will see two rooms covered by vaults, some arches, walls and several loopholes. Furthermore, from the mountain where it is located you have wonderful views of the coast.
The Güell wineries
The main building of Bodegas Güell
It is, without a doubt, the most important monumental complex in Garraf town. As its name indicates, it is the group of buildings that made up the facilities of this winery brand. They were built between 1895 and 1901 following the designs of Antonio Gaudi, although the director of the works was his disciple Francesc Berenguer.
Do not forget that Eusebi Guell He was one of the great patrons of the great Catalan architect. It is enough to remember the park that bears his last name to confirm it. He had acquired some land with a farmhouse and vineyards in the area and wanted to transform it into a modern and artistic winery.
The complex includes the buildings used to obtain wine, but also homes. In the initial project there were also several hunting lodges that were never built. However, it is a monumental wonder that belongs to the Gaudi's neo-gothic period. It is inspired by that medieval style, but, as in everything the genius from Reus did, he transforms it to his liking to turn it into something new and personal. For example, he eliminates traditional buttresses, which are replaced by ruled surfaces with straight and curves. Likewise, it reduces excess ridges. As a result, the buildings that make up the Güell winery form an absolutely original and beautiful set.
Access door to the Güell Wineries
The main construction presents a pyramid-shaped facade with several arches and chimneys that highlight it and give it a sense of verticality. It is almost thirty meters long and about fifteen meters high. In its upper part it has a roof with a catenary vault and, next to it, a viewpoint. Likewise, the entire building is made of local limestone to give it harmony with the environment. It also has a beautiful pavilion as a goal that shares stylistic features with the previous construction. Likewise, it has a viewpoint and an arched access door. It is closed by a wrought iron door that imitates fishing nets.
The complex houses the restaurant Gaudi Garraf. Therefore, if you are going to have lunch or dinner there, you can visit it both inside and out. This way you will discover one of the least known works of the great Catalan architect, always original and surprising. Finally, behind the modern buildings you can see a defensive tower of medieval origin.
In conclusion, we have shown you the best you can see and do in Garraf town. We can only advise you that, if you visit it, you also enjoy the wonder that the parque natural of the same name. It is a protected area of more than twelve thousand hectares that offers you magnificent hiking routes. Also, be sure to visit the beautiful villa of Sitges, one of the busiest for tourism in all Catalonia. Come and discover this area.