Local Festival and Correfoc Fire Run Small Group Tour from Barcelona
Price On Request
Description
Bear witness to one of Catalonia's most fascinating traditions, the Correfoc or Fire Run. Travel to a village outside Barcelona, enjoy a local festival and watch locals dressed as devils dance around, and light up the town with sparkling fireworks! Get to experience traditional popular open-air festivals and Correfocs in the region of Barcelona in small groups with a maximum of 14 people. Travel from Barcelona to Mataro, Badalona, Vilafranca del Penedes, Argentona, Cervera, Sant Quinti de Mediona or Girona and get so see these typical Catalan traditions. Visit the village busy with traditional actuations and typical decorations, feel the festive ambiance, and have a drink among locals before the most expected part of the night starts—the fire run! Learn about the Correfoc tradition from your local expert guide, feel the excitement of the locals, take part in the fire parade if you dare or just watch it at a distance. Fire protection clothes, a souvenir picture, and drop off at your accommodation in Barcelona are included. The exhilarating fire runs take place on specific dates in 2020 only: April: 23 May: 9 June: 11, 14, 23 July: 14, 15, 25, 26, 27 August: 28, 29, 30 September: 1, 7, 8, 9, 23, 24 October: 25
Cancellation Policy
- Any cancellations made after 18:00 local time, 3 business days prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 100% of the total amount.
Activity Detail
Inclusion
- Souvenir picture
- Fire protection clothes
- Guide
- Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle
- Instruction
- Tax
Start Timings
- 18:00
Restrictions
- This activity is not wheelchair accessible.
- Please take note that while this activity is not recommended for children under 14, children are allowed as long as they are accompanied by a parent or guardian and they watch the fire run at a distance.
Additional Notes
- This tour is available in English, Catalan and Spanish.
- The location of the festivity and “Correfocs” is always close to Barcelona (less than a two-hour drive).
- Gratuity is not included in the price.
Dressing & Items to Bring
- Closed toe shoes
- Long pants
Requirement(s) - other
- Please note that pick-up time will either be the same as tour departure or up to 30 minutes later.
- Exact pick-up time will be confirmed by the activity provider a few days before the tour.
Schedule
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Check-in at Placa Ossa Menor
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Departure for a Local Open-Air Festival in the Barcelona Region
Travel to the Catalonian village celebrating its open-air festival during your stay. Day: Day1 |
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Traditional Open-Air Festival
Walk the village's streets and soak up its festive ambiance of the village. Mingle with the locals, enjoy live music and decorations while you have a drink at one of the many beverage and food stands (own expense). Day: Day1 |
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Get ready for the Correfoc or Fire Rrun
Learn from your tour guide about the Correfoc tradition, the special fire protection outfit, and traditional costumes. Watch villagers dressed as devils getting ready for the fire run and dancing to the sound of the drums and traditional music. Day: Day1 |
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Correfoc Fire Run Parade
See how the village turns into a fiery cauldron of light and fireworks. Experience an amazing fire parade that represents the fight of the good against the evil. Watch the fire run from the side lines or join the locals at the heart of the correfoc with the special clothing provided and have fun! Day: Day1 |
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Return to Barcelona
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Drop-off at Select Central Barcelona Hotels
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