More than just a mid-sized town halfway between Barcelona and Tarragona, Vilafranca del Penedès is the nerve center of the Haut Penedès and the flagship of Catalan winegrowing. Its strategic location at a crossroads and excellent communications make it a magnet for visitors. Capital of a region with a rich wine-growing past, Vilafranca proudly bears this imprint in its character, culture and traditions.
Far from being stuck in the past, Vilafranca has successfully blended its medieval heritage with the modernity of a dynamic commercial, cultural and service center. The result is a town of contrasts, where the vestiges of a glorious past and the innovations of a forward-looking present stand majestically side by side.
It’s in this vibrant atmosphere that Vilafranca del Penedès invites you to discover its many charms. Let yourself be enchanted by the medieval charm of its picturesque streets, taste the precious nectars from its renowned vineyards and explore the cultural riches of a resolutely dynamic town. Don’t miss the Basilica of Santa Maria, Catalonia’s first Gothic parish church, with its fantastic gargoyles, modernist sculptures and majestic organ.
Vilafranca del Penedès was visited on August 17, 2023.
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