Segarra castles land - Florejacs · d'Agramunt, Ca l'Escuder, Torrefeta i Florejacs, Spain LA SEGARRA– A LAND OF CASTLES AND EXCEPTIONAL LANDSCAPES — Lleida Location: The La Segarra
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Carrer del Camí d'Agramunt, Ca l'Escuder,Torrefeta i Florejacs, Spain
Start Point: Carrer del Camí d'Agramunt, Ca l'Escuder, Torrefeta i Florejacs, Spain End Point: Carrer del Camíd'Agramunt, Ca l'Escuder, Torrefeta i Florejacs, Spain
LA SEGARRA– A LAND OF CASTLES AND EXCEPTIONAL LANDSCAPES — Lleida Location: The La Segarraregion is in the heart of Catalunya in a privileged location with a great deal to offer visitors. Barcelona, Tarragona,Port Aventura, La Seu d’Urgell and Andorra are just an hour away, Girona 90 minutes, Lleida 40 minutes and theNational Park of Aigüestortes and Sant Maurici 1hr 45 m. History: La Segarra takes us back to a past full of historyand legends, which are all part of the identity of this unique area. La Segarra is a land of castles which also hasa significant Roman and medieval legacy. The gentle undulating landscapes and the paths that cross them offerthe ideal way to get to know its history and traditions. From its beginnings La Segarra has been characterisedby its strategic nature, forming part of the historic frontier between Christian Catalunya and al-Andalus during theMiddle Ages. Lovers of medieval times will enjoy a fine selection of fortresses and castles, such as Montfalcó
Murallat, Florejacs, Les Pallargues, Les Sitges, Concabella, Ratera, L’Aranyó and Montcortés, as well as imposingtowers such as Vallferosa which, with its 33 m height, has been considered one of the most important in WesternEurope. Some the highlights of the area are the city of Cervera, with its medieval old town, church of Santa Maríaand its emblematic 18th century university. The town of Guissona, the old Roman city of Iesso, is also worth avisit with its museum and archaeological park. Religious art also has a notable presence in the area, with manyunchanged Romanesque churches and the striking baroque Sanctuary of Sant Ramón. Nature and scenery: LaSegarra is a land of seasonal colours and contrasts. It has an extensive network of 3000 km of pathways and agentle topography that is perfect for walking, cycling and horse riding, as well as enjoying the feeling of spaceand wide horizons. Local cuisine and handicrafts: La Segarra still maintains its traditions of handicrafts and offersvisitors the secrets of its delicious cuisine with dishes such as partridge in vinaigrette or stewed pig’s trotters, andtasty desserts such as “savines”, “plomes d’àngel” “morenetes” and “nevats”, all washed down with the specialliqueurs unique to the area such as “Aromes de la Segarra”
Les Sitges castle
POI 1: Carrer del Camí d'Agramunt, 17, Torrefeta i Florejacs, Spainwww.florejacs.com
Our ride stars in Florejacs in a lodgement :Les Salades.It is a completely restored house in Florejacs, offering accommodation to whoever seeks a place to rest or makeexcursions among la Segarra, a region full of depth places recognized for the history. It is a sustainable housewith the environment, designed in a modern and cosy atmosphere, easily accessible, in a privileged place as ameeting point and relaxing, with wide panoramic of the region.
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POI 2: Les Sitges castlewww.castelldelessitges.com