Montblanc is a town in the centre of Catalonia, situated around 100 kilometers from the regional capital, Barcelona, and near of the Mediterranean coast and the Prades Mountains. It was founded by King Alfons I in 1163 and has a population of 6,200.
Montblanc monumental heritage is, of course, the main tourist attraction of the town, and its greatest promotional asset. The great richness of its monumental legacy enabled Montblanc to be declared Monumental Artistic Ensemble in 1947.
Perhaps the most striking construction is the medieval wall (14th century) which gives the town character and is at present the best conserved in Catalonia. It consists of thirty towers and various proches.
But there are also a series of other interesting buildings, particularily the church Santa Maria.

The ancient town centre of Montblanc is clearly defined by its walls whose perimeter is 1.500 metres. So the visitor has in a relatively small space numerous options to dedicate as much time as he likes to explore the streets, squares and buildings which all ewoke past times. Besides it is the place where there are most of the shops, restaurants and craft activities.

How you get there: Take the A7 and the A2. Take the exit 9 (Salida).