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A unique journey through the region of L'Urgell, the unknown and unpopulated Catalan Tuscany
Urgell is synonymous with micro villages, nature, vineyards, olive groves, historical heritage and good food.
The Comarca de L'Urgell, where 10 of the 20 municipalities it houses have less than 500 inhabitants, for us it was a great unknown. It was with the project of the Regional Council of L'Urgell and Vanwwow, to create 12 overnight areas for motorhomes and campers, that we found the region that we would later fall in love with and with which today we present our first complete specialized guide to travel in motorhome or camper.
From the hand of the best hosts we could have, the Consell Comarcal de l'Urgell, we discovered Catalan Tuscany, a diamond in the rough. Unknown and unpopulated. A place where we show you the best corners to get lost with our mobile homes.
L'Urgell Camper Tour
In this e-book, you will find a digital guide full of links for your information and direct access to GPS navigation maps. Just by clicking you will go to Google Maps, which by navigating will take you to the different points of the route. You will enjoy L'Urgell very easily, at your own pace and with total freedom, something that is synonymous with traveling by motorhome, camper or autonomous caravan.
We will go through the region of L'Urgell in three stages through each and every one of its municipalities, discovering what to see, what to do, where to eat or even what purchases of km0 we can make.
Each of the stages can be done in a weekend or simply turn them into a turning point in a route of more days. It's up to you.
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The summary of the 3 stages of L'Urgell Camper Tour
Stage 1: The bank of Sió
Discover in this stage of L'Urgell Camper Tour, L'Urgell del norte, the one that runs along the banks of the Sió river.
A stage to savor the sweetest L'Urgell, its nougat and Agramunt stone chocolate. A stage of uninhabited medieval micro-villages but with surprising charm and heritage. A stage to discover and explore "les peixeres" of the Sió river.
Essentials of the stage:
- Castell de Montclar d'Urgell: Visit and Escape Room
- Agramunt: Riella Park, Air Raid Shelter, Chocolate and Nougat museum. Nougat and Chocolate a la Piedra Fair, October.
- Horse Riding Obrint Camí and the castle of Les Puelles
- Some hiking route around the river Sió and through some of its "Peixeres", stone constructions that form pools of water that were formerly used for irrigation.
Stage 2: The plain of L'Urgell and the bank of the river Ondara
Discover in this stage of L'Urgell Camper Tour, the great flat routes by bicycle, unusual places and overnight areas that you will love.
A stage to savor the salty part of L'Urgell, L'Urgell's coca de recapte. A stage where with Tárrega at the head, the capital of L'Urgell, medium-sized towns open up on the immense plain.
Essentials of the stage:
- Tàrrega: Walk through Sant Eloi park, greenway to El Talladell between “peixeres”, visit the old town, the Jewish quarter and some of its museums. FiraTàrrega in September.
- Iberian city of Molí d'Espígol de Tornabous, its historical cinema and cinema mural. Iberian weekend in October.
- Visit to Pilar d'Almenara, going up to the great viewpoint at the top of its tower.
- Espai interpretation center Lluís Companys from El Tarròs.
- Discover the Castellserà corn maze (June to October).
Stage 3: The Valley
Discover in this stage of L'Urgell Camper Tour, the southern part of the region. Point of contrasts between the plain and the highest mountains in the region, where the authentic Catalan Tuscany makes its way between olive groves, vineyards and artisans.
A stage to savor the best oil and wine from L'Urgell. A stage to enjoy the deep-rooted traditions of this region. A stage to try the «cassola del tros» or the «cargols a la llauna». A stage to be seduced by L'Urgell and its people.
Essentials of the stage:
- Mausoleum of Ramon Folch and Convent of Sant Bartomeu de Bellpuig.
- Hermitage of the Mare de Déu de Montalbà de Preixana and route through the Protected Natural Area of the Secanos de Belianes-Preixana, a special protection area for birds (ZEPA).
- Monastery of Vallbona de les Monges and route of the L2 of the vestiges of the civil war. Birdwatching and nature in Els Sentits de Vallbona de les Monges.
- Guimerà, a medieval town declared a Historic-artistic Site. Guimerà medieval fair in August.
- Verdú, a town declared an Artisan Zone of Catalonia. Ceramic workshops and wine cellars. Harvest and wine festival in October.
- Guided visit to the castle of Ciutadilla. Meeting of medieval and historical recreation groups in May.
Summary of our first experience and motorhome route through the L'Urgell region
The fundamental data of the Urgell roadtrip (Lleida)
Days of the motorhome route through the towns of l'Urgell
3 days, from Friday to Sunday
Dates of the getaway to Urgell with children
Mid July
Route of the motorhome trip through the Urgell, the Catalan Tuscany
We start in Vallbona de les Monges and then go to Belianes, Maldà, Guimerà, Verdú, Agramunt, La Donzell d'Urgell, Pilar de l'Almenará ending in Bellpuig.
Kilometers of the Urgell Comarca Lleida roadtrip
About 320 km traveled
Autonomous Communities and regions
- Comarca de l'Urgell, Lleida, Catalonia.
Expenses of the motorhome route through the Comarca de l'Urgell
In this case we have to thank the collaboration of the Regional Council of l'Alt Urgell and the Van Woow Cooperative, as they created this blogtrip that we could enjoy.
The approximate costs of this getaway with all the activities carried out for 2 adults and 2 children with gasoline and all expenses is approximately € 200
The best of the motorhome route through the Urgell Comarca of Lleida
- Nature in all its splendor. Vineyards, almond fields, the plain of Lleida and Urgell.
- Discover the Catalan Tuscany of spectacular architectural heritage, vineyards, valleys and medieval villages.
- Sleep in quiet places in small villages that are havens of peace. Without any massification.
- The 12 free Van Woow overnight zones created in the Urgell to sleep in a motorhome in cool and well-equipped places. Always close to picnic areas, barbecues, playgrounds or municipal swimming pools.
- The security that is breathed in these small towns.
- Make Van Woow experiences very fun and full of learning such as visiting the Matoll craft brewery, Celler Boldú, the oldest chocolate factory in the world that is still active Xocolates Julonch, the Agramunt nougat museum and visits to the Bellpuig monastery among other visits such as the guided tour of the beautiful medieval town of Guimerà.
The worst of the motorhome route through the Urgell
- Some vomiting of the kids by the car lol And that there were no curves today!
- The rural road to the mills makes you suffer a little with the motorhome that burns a little wheel on the slope ...
- The heat of the area during especially midday in summer. Then cool down at night enough to put on a jacket and wrap yourself in a fine duvet.
- Not being able to have visited the monastery of Vallbona de les Monges due to lack of time
- Not being able to have climbed the tower of the Guimerá castle due to lack of time.
Route guide: Urgell villages in the Van Woow area
Next, you will find the guide on what to see in the villages on the route through the Comarca de l'Urgell (Lleida) that we did in a motorhome living experiences Van woow for its zone of 12 overnight areas in micro-villages of l'Urgell.
And if you don't have a motorhome or van, we recommend renting a motorhome or camper with the platform Yescapa, which is like motorhome AirB&B, rental between individuals, an option that is almost half the price.
Route through Urgell (Lleida) visited towns and destinations
OUR ROUTE THROUGH URGELL IN VIDEO
THE ROUTE THROUGH URGELL
Vallbona de les Monges
What to see and do in Vallbona de les Monges:
Cister route on foot or mountain bike
The Cistercian route connects the three great Cistercian monasteries (of the Cistercian order) of Catalonia: Poblet, Santes Creus and Vallbona de les Monges. The places on this route around Vallbona de les Monges are surprising. La Vall del Corb surprises travelers among vineyards, forests and the Corb river. Without a doubt landscapes of the Catalan Tuscany.
Campo dels Estimaocells (Scarecrow)
Discover a field planted with Estimaocells. The literal translation in Spanish is Loving Birds, although they are actually Scarecrows. A curious and beautiful field that you can see in our video above.
Viewpoint of the mills
Discover country roads that go to the windmills. Be careful though, as you will see in the video, some uploads have fabric for a 7,4-meter motorhome. But hey, if adventure is your way as you see us and discover the places of Pla de l'Urgell.
Hermitage Santuari del Tallat
This hermitage unites modernity with antiquity, it is undoubtedly a different sanctuary. Events and celebrations can be organized if you call your hermit.
Vallbona de les Monges monastery
Local pool
Museum and resource center
Where to park and / or spend the night in a motorhome or camper:
-> Free motorhome area with all services except electricity in the Van Woow de l'Urgell area, coordinates and experiences on its website: https://vanwoow.es/
Belianes
What to see and do in Belianes (Urgell):
Picnic area in front of the overnight area for the motorhome
Views of the Maldà castle
Beer tasting and guided tour of the Matoll craft brewery
https://vanwoow.es/
Where to park and / or spend the night in a motorhome or camper:
-> Motorhome area without services, only enabled overnight parking in the Van Woow de l'Urgell area coordinates and experiences on its website: https://vanwoow.es/
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What to see and do in Maldà (Urgell):
Outdoor pool next to the sleeping area for the motorhome
Maldà Castle
Try the traditional star dish of Urgell: la cassola del tros
Where to park and / or spend the night in a motorhome or camper:
-> Motorhome area without services, only enabled overnight parking in the Van Woow de l'Urgell area coordinates and experiences on its website: https://vanwoow.es/
Medieval Guimerà
What to see and do in Guimerà (Urgell):
In this town there is no place to waste, from its alleys, its river, its bars and restaurants, to its spectacular church and castle.
Where to park and / or spend the night in a motorhome or camper:
-> Motorhome area without services, only enabled overnight parking in the Van Woow de l'Urgell area coordinates and experiences on its website: https://vanwoow.es/
Verdú with the stop at the Boldú wineries
What to see and do in Verdú at Celler Boldú (Urgell):
The guided tour of Celler Boldú and the wine tasting of this winery is spectacular. The setting that surrounds the winery is unique. You'll love it
Agramunt
What to see and do in Agramunt (Urgell):
Pou de glaç (ice well)
Visit to the Turrón de Agramunt museum
Visit to the oldest chocolate factory in the world
Where to park and / or spend the night in a motorhome or camper:
-> Motorhome area without services, only enabled overnight parking in the Van Woow de l'Urgell area coordinates and experiences on its website: https://vanwoow.es/
The Donzell d'Urgell
What to see and do in La Donzell d'Urgell (Urgell):
A medieval micro-village where no more than 30 people live. In fact it is a municipality currently added to Agramunt.
Where to park and / or spend the night in a motorhome or camper:
-> Motorhome area without services, only enabled overnight parking in the Van Woow de l'Urgell area coordinates and experiences on its website: https://vanwoow.es/
The Pilar de l'Almenara
Bellpuig
What to see and do in Bellpuig (Urgell):
Monastery of San Bartomeu de Bellpuig
They do guided tours.
Bellpuig Castle
Visit the church of San Nicolás and the unique Renaissance mausoleum of Ramón Folch
Walking or mountain bike routes
Eating better impossible in the Fontana de Bellpuig
Paragliding and other sports activities
Discover them in: https://www.bellpuig.cat/el-municipi/turisme/esport-i-lleure
Where to park and / or spend the night in a motorhome or camper:
-> Motorhome area without services, only enabled overnight parking but with barbecues and picnic area in the Van Woow de l'Urgell area coordinates and experiences on its website: https://vanwoow.es/
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Moltes gracies kucavana pel vostre relat, urgell the catalan tuscan, ens ha chart. Gràcies a gent com vosaltres ajudeu a fer el mon aurocaravanista molt millor
Thanks to you Edu, for valuing that hobby that you have written and revived here on our journeys. A plaer to contribute-hi. A hugging fort!
How can you tell that you are the hosts of this great initiative!
How well explained and structured, even putting the good and the bad ...
Congratulations guys! We will take it into account the day we visit your beautiful area.
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