Chronicle of the casteller event in La Bisbal with Castellers de Vilafranca on August 15, 2026

Els Castellers de Vilafranca delivered a spectacular performance in La Bisbal on August 15, 2026, successfully completing highly difficult castells and demonstrating their strength and technique. This event also brought together groups such as Collavella, JovesValls, and BousBisbal, creating a festive and competitive atmosphere.

The day began with a first round that made it clear the group was in top form, with a castell that captivated the local audience and castell enthusiasts.

Main rounds of the event

First and second rounds

In the first round, Els Castellers de Vilafranca completed a 4d9fa, a complex structure with a very high degree of difficulty. This achievement set the tone for the event and highlighted the group’s preparation.

Spectacular! The @Verds score the 5d9f in the second round#CastellsenXarxa #Castells #Castellers #Castelleres pic.twitter.com/LB8ZrzOaxM

— Castells en Xarxa (@CastellsEnXarxa) August 15, 2026

The second round was no less impressive, with a 5d9f successfully completed. This large-scale castell consolidated the verds’ position as leading figures in the day’s event in La Bisbal.

Third round and pillars

Continuing with the performance, in the third round they completed a 4d9f, which maintained the high difficulty level and met attendees’ expectations.

In the pillar round, the group completed a pd7f, a seven-story pillar that was applauded for its stability and execution. To close the event, they completed four pd4 pillars, showing their versatility and cohesion as a team.

Collaboration with other groups and event atmosphere

Presence of invited groups

The event in La Bisbal featured the participation of Collavella, JovesValls, and BousBisbal, which brought diversity and enrichment to the occasion. This coexistence among groups is a key element in keeping the castell tradition alive.

Audience reaction and final assessment

The audience responded enthusiastically to each completed castell, especially to the nine-story castells and the final pillars. The festive atmosphere and the camaraderie among the groups made the event a success both technically and socially.

Outlook and upcoming dates

Preparation for late August

Els Castellers de Vilafranca have already announced they will meet on Monday for rehearsal to prepare for the end of August in the best possible way, showing their commitment to continuous improvement and passion for the castell culture.

Expectations for future performances

With this performance in La Bisbal, the group demonstrates they are at an excellent point and that upcoming events promise to be just as exciting and full of highly difficult castells.

An event to remember, where technique and collective spirit shone brightly.

To close, the message from Els Castellers de Vilafranca is clear: "To close our performance in La Bisbal, we completed four pd4 pillars! See you Monday at rehearsal to face this end of August in the best possible way!”

The reality is that this day in La Bisbal has left a significant mark on the 2026 castell season, with castells like the 4d9fa, 5d9f, 4d9f, and prominent pillars confirming the solidity and talent of Els Castellers de Vilafranca.