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  1. Vilafranca del Penedès (Catalan pronunciation: [ˌbiləˈfɾaŋkə ðəl pənəˈðɛs]), or simply Vilafranca, is the capital of Alt Penedès county in Penedès, Catalonia, Spain. It is situated in the Penedès Depression on the left bank of the Foix River, and on the main axis of communication from Barcelona to Tarragona and Valencia, served ...

  2. The beating heart of this land of extraordinary wine and authentic flavours, of villages brimming with charm and priceless historical gems, and of Mediterranean magic is, precisely, Vilafranca del Penedès.

    • See the Basilica of Santa Maria. One of the most impressive landmarks in Vilafranca del Penedes is the Basilica of Santa Maria. This stunning Romanesque church dates back to the 13th century and is known for its beautiful gargoyles and intricate carvings.
    • Drink Cava at the top of the Santa Maria Bell Tower. One of the most impressive elements of the Basilica Santa Maria church is its 60-meter-tall bell tower Campanario de Santa Maria.
    • Walk the Art Nouveau Trail. In Catalonia, Art Nouveau is known as Modernisme. This style erupted in Penedes after the phylloxera disaster wiped out many of the region’s grapes towards the end of the 19th century.
    • Learn about Human Towers. One of the most unique and exciting cultural experiences in Vilafranca del Penedès is witnessing the Catalan tradition of Castellers.
  3. Places to Visit in Vilafranca del Penedes. Check out must-see sights and activities: VINSEUM, The Penedes from its highest bell tower: Basilica of Santa Maria, Architectural Buildings, Churches & Cathedrals. For personalised recommendations, try our AI trip-planning product. Build your trip. Powered by AI.

  4. May 21, 2018 · Located some 50km inland from Barcelona, Vilafranca del Penedès is a charming Catalan town which is best known for being the epicentre of Cava production – Spain’s famous sparkling wine.

  5. The capital of the Alt Penedès, Vilafranca is one of the most important medium-sized towns in Catalonia, due to its strategic location. It has known how to combine its mediaeval nobility with new tendencies, and has become a modern shopping, cultural and services centre, in which the wine culture is present in all kinds of manifestations ...

  6. Vilafranca del Penedès is the capital of the Alt Penedès region, and is located in the middle of the Penedès depression. Vilafranca is known for its wines, its gastronomy, its modernist architecture, its folklore and for its castles, especially the Castellers de Vilafranca.

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