Only 36 km southwest – far away from the hustle and bustle of the big city of Barcelona – is located Sitges, one of the most popular resorts in the Province of Barcelona. Diversity It’s popular in Sitges and everyone is welcome here. That is why the small town by the sea is now also considered a renowned destination on the gay scene. Romantically situated on the Mediterranean Sea, there are around 17 beaches with turquoise glittering, clear water. Many small bars invite you to one Cerveza in the open air.
We stroll along the promenade, the view of the Church of Saint Bartholomew and Saint Thekla directed. It is enthroned high on a rock, below it the breaking waves of the Mediterranean. Mountains, sea and harbor plus the Sitges house facades nested on the slope – in front of us is a picturesque ensemble.
We climb the old stone steps to the church – past the remains of a defending cannon and huge palm trees. Soon the old, beautiful walls will rise in front of us in the sky. Dedicated to the city’s old patron saint, who Santa Thekla, in their honor in the week around September 23rd city festival is committed by SITGES.
Strolling through the small garden behind the church, we come to a square that leads us to the ajuntament – the town hall. The historic building, which is based on columns and archways, attracts many tourists. From here down to the city center it is the small street cafés, the white houses with their ornate balconies and the charm of the small alleys that cast a spell over us.
We settle down in one of the restaurants on the promenade, overlooking the marina and the sea, and enjoy fresh seafood.
The many homosexual couples in Sitges naturally fit into the colorful streetscape. Smiling happy and carefree hand in hand you walk past us. The Sitges Gay Parade attracts more than 5000 visitors every summer every summer. Concerts, dance, colorful parades and fashion shows are on the program for five days. Sitges is legendary for its exciting nightlife. Chic “gay bars” invite you to flirt. The “Road of Sin” (Spanish: “Calle del Pecado”) With its numerous clubs and bars is internationally known. The party-loving gay community meets here night after night.
That too Film Festival, which takes place between October 3rd and 12th this year and is one of the most important international film festivals in fantastic film, makes Sitges a place to see once. Around 5,0000 visitors a year watch the award ceremony of some films by an international jury.
Ob golf, the visit of a sailing school or a Sunbathing On one of the 17 beaches – the special nightlife and flair of the city as well as the entertainment of the many Fiestas – Sitges has something for everyone. The beautiful city by the sea just outside Barcelona is one of the best worth a visit !
Sitges lies only about 35 kilometres south-west of Barcelona and can be reached by train in around 40 minutes. The essentials about the town, in brief.
Sitges at a glance
- location: Around 35 kilometers southwest of Barcelona, about 25,000 inhabitants
- Arrival: Easily accessible by train from Barcelona, the journey takes about 40 minutes
- worth seeing: Old town with modernist buildings, the Cau Ferrat and Maricel museums, the beach promenade without cars
- Fixes: The carnival and the film festival for fantasy and horror films
Frequently asked questions about Sitges
How far is Sitges from Barcelona?
Around 35 kilometers. The train takes about 40 minutes by train.
What can you visit in Sitges?
The old town with its modernist buildings, the Museu del Cau Ferrat and the Maricel Museum are among the most famous destinations.
When does carnival take place in Sitges?
The Carnival of Sitges is one of the well-known festivals in the city. The exact dates change every year and are on the side of the city.
Sources: Barcelona.de, Sitges, Tapa Sitges, Sitges with Children, World on a Budget Sitges.
