Colla Vella unloads outstanding castles in Tortosa on April 26

La Colla Vella dels Xiquets de Valls performs in Tortosa on April 26, 2026, with castells such as the 5d8, 4d8, 3d8, 2d7, and final pillars.
Castells impressionants de la Colla Vella amb pilars de 5 i 4 en l’actuació a Tortosa el 26 d’abril de 2026 — Imagen de la fuente
Impressive towers of the Colla Vella with 5 and 4 pillars in the performance at Tortosa on April 26, 2026 — Source image

The Colla Vella dels Xiquets de Valls delivered a memorable performance in Tortosa on April 26, 2026. With a series of castells that captivated the audience, the colla demonstrated their experience and strength in every round.

We begin the performance in Tortosa by successfully completing the 5d8! This castell set the pace for a day full of excitement and technique, which did not falter until the end.

The progression of the castells during the diada

First and second rounds

After starting with the 5d8, the Colla Vella continued with the 4d8 in the second round. This castell, also successfully completed, kept high expectations among the attendees.

Third and fourth rounds

The third round featured the 3d8, a castell that the colla completed with precision. Immediately after, in the fourth round, they completed the 2d7, a castell that requires great coordination and which they resolved confidently.

The pillars that closed the performance

The 5-level pillars

To close the diada, the Colla Vella raised two 5-level pillars, a clear demonstration of their strength and balance. These pillars were a culminating moment that received a great ovation.

The final 4-level pillars

Finally, they completed the performance with two 4-level pillars, which put the finishing touch to an impeccable day of castells in Tortosa.

Round Castell
Start 5d8
Second 4d8
Third 3d8
Fourth 2d7
End Two 5-level pillars and two 4-level pillars

The Colla Vella dels Xiquets de Valls delivered a solid and well-structured performance, demonstrating their ability to successfully complete complex castells and maintain tension until the end.