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Aiguamúrcia is a small town on the banks of River Gaià at an altitude
of 320 m, surrounded by areas of breathtaking natural beauty and is renowned
for village tourism.
The town has many Catalonian buildings tracing their origin to the Middle Ages
amongst which are sprinkled Roman ruins. It is most famous for the Santes Creus
Church..
Nearby villages have traditional Catalan farmhouses and are famous for the
locally produced wines and Spanish champagne.
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Santes Creus Monastery Plaza Jaume el Just, 43815, Constructed in the 12th century,it is nestled at Alt Camp, in a valley close to the River Gaiá. Constructed by Jaume II in 1313, it is an outstanding example of a Cistercian architectural pattern., Open: 16 Mar to 15 Sep, 10am-1pm and 3-6.30pm. 16 Sep to 15 Jan, 10am-1pm and 3-5pm. 16 Jan to 15 Mar, 10am-1pm and 3-5.30pm. Closed: Mon, 1 and 6 Jan and 25 Dec.
Tel: +34 977638329
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