Due to closed schools for the Christmas holidays, many people are looking for fun ideas to do with their children. Activities that go beyond big and small screens and appeal to everyone. Does that seem impossible to you? Keep reading! Here is a selection of cultural, sporting and recreational activities to enjoy with your family during this time of year.

Et ve de gust enriquir les teves festes nadalenques amb les tradicions més atàviques i antigues? Segueix llegint! Et presentem una selecció de celebracions amb arrels paganes que pots gaudir intensament a les comarques de Barcelona. Rituals de foc, nit i arbres que et transporten a èpoques en què encara no existia el cristianisme i els éssers humans veneraven la natura.

It’s summertime, night falls and you suddenly remember that this is the best time of the year for skywatching and stargazing. You look up and, right on time, spot the planet Venus rearing its bright head, announcing the show to come. The Perseids, also known as the Tears of Saint Lawrence, faithfully await you, like every summer, to make you reflect for a while on the immensity and beauty that surrounds us... Have you made a wish yet?

Glamping is an increasingly popular option to enjoy nature without giving up any comfort. The term is a portmanteau of the words “glamorous” and “camping”, which pretty much tells you that the experience promises peace and quiet in luxury. Here’s a selection of nearby options for enjoying the coast, the Pyrenees and the finest landscapes in the regions of Barcelona. Are you ready to discover them?

Delve into the culture of olive oil in the regions of Barcelona and discover why this liquid gold is so much more than a cooking ingredient. Visit places where the authenticity of the landscape merges with the ancient history of olive tree cultivation, discovering all the tradition and flavour of olive oil, and the passion it arouses. Don’t miss out on these unique experiences and the chance to taste a selection of high-quality olive oils, each with its own unique personality.

Sports shoes, comfortable clothes, a helmet and a bike. That is all you need if you want to spend a great day cycling close to home. Go for a family ride, enjoy nature and learn about history with these six cycling routes we suggest below.