If you are thinking of ending the year by unwinding from everything and what you feel like doing is filling your lungs with fresh air, stretching your legs a little and immersing yourself in winter landscapes …, go for it! Now is the time to plan the perfect getaway and visit some of the most charming villages in the regions of Barcelona.

The Christmas food fairs and markets in the counties of Barcelona are a unique opportunity to enjoy the traditional flavours of this festive season. These markets are filled with artisan products, cured sausages, cheeses, sweets and wines that convey the richness of the region. Strolling around these fairs means discovering authentic recipes, ideal for preparing a festive meal with local products. In addition, many of them have activities for all the family, such as tastings, culinary workshops and live concerts - a delicious way to experience Christmas!

There’s no need to travel to Northern Europe to enjoy the magic of Christmas markets: in the regions of Barcelona there are many towns and cities that organise beautiful fairs where you can buy figurines for the nativity scene and all kinds of traditional decorations. Some remain open until 23 December, but why wait until the last minute? Visit one this weekend and feel the warmth of Christmas spirit.

Fer el Pessebre, decorar l'arbre de Nadal, anar a veure els Pastorets o menjar torrons són tradicions que, ben segur, repetirem aquestes festes. Són costums que passen de generació en generació des de fa molt temps. Malgrat tenir-les molt presents, coneixes els seus orígens i per què han arribat fins als nostres dies? Continua llegint una mica més i ho descobriràs.