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The Romanesque
churches of
la Vall de Bianya
The 15 Romanesque churches scattered throughout
the Vall de Bianya provide this valley with
touches of great beauty and are testimony to the
way of life of the people that live there.
The route begins in La Canya and visits the val-leys of
Bianya, Sant Ponç and Bac before return-ing to La
Canya. We recommend you take three whole days to
visit all the churches, as well as all the other historical,
cultural, architectural and natural features that you will
discover along the ancient trails of La Vall de Bianya.
This route takes visitors along the Roman road of
Capsacosta and past a variety of old farmhouses,
some exhibiting the characteristics of local architecture,
some the delights of the much more recent Art
Nouveau. The valley also boasts exuberant natural
landscapes of forest and meadows, which walkers can
enjoy at leisure as they follow Bianya’s waymarked
footpaths.
Highly recommended is a visit to the Vall de Bianya
Landscape Interpretation Centre in Sant Salvador de
Bianya. This interpretation and information centre for
the valley offers visitors exhibitions, the chance to
purchase local products, an audiovisual display and a
pedagogical workshop, and is also the starting point
for guided visits to Sant Salvador de Bianya, the
valley’s Romanesque churches and the Roman Road.
Did you know?
Many churches of the municipality to come
off severely spoiled in the 15th century due
to the earthquakes. The strongest were
produced on the 15th March of 1427 and on
the 2nd February of 1428.
Don’t miss
If you decide to visit in mid-February you will
also be able to visit the Fira del Farro in La Vall
de Bianya, a gastronomical fair with examples
of all the most typical culinary features of the
comarca.