Do you know which is the most unknown medieval village in Catalonia and considered the most beautiful by National Geographic?

If you have heard of Peratallada or Pals, get ready for a different trip: a little over two hours by car from Barcelona and just over three hours from Tarragona, with a final stretch that challenges even the bravest. But, as National Geographic says, the tranquility of Beget and its mountainous surroundings make up for any dizziness.

Beget, a village with history and medieval charm

A walk through the streets of time

Walking through Beget is like stepping through a portal to the 12th century. The stone houses, wooden balconies, and narrow alleys keep the medieval essence intact, as if time had decided to take a break. The absence of souvenir shops and crowds of tourists makes it even more authentic.

The epicenter: the Romanesque church of Sant Cristòfol. With a single nave and columns decorated with mythological animals, it is a small great museum where 19th-century paintings by Joaquim Vayreda are preserved, along with a polychrome carving of Christ in Majesty, one of the most important in Catalonia.

How to get there and where to stay

The route from Barcelona goes through mountain roads with curves, especially the last 15 kilometers that will test your stomach. Girona Airport is the closest option if you are traveling from outside, followed by the adventure by car or taxi.

Regarding accommodation, Beget has some charming rural houses and inns that will make you feel part of the village, but if you prefer more comfort, you can opt for establishments in Camprodon or in La Garrotxa, a short drive away.

Hiking and nature around Beget

Must-do routes

For outdoor lovers, Beget is a small paradise. National Geographic especially recommends the route to the Remei hermitage, dating from the 17th and 18th centuries, which offers spectacular and peaceful scenery.

Other notable trails include the route towards Oix through the Hortmoier valley and the smugglers’ path, a 13 km itinerary with an accumulated elevation gain of 740 meters that will make even the fittest sweat.

To see the best hiking trails you can do from or through Beget, check these Wikiloc reviews.

Volcanic Zone Natural Park

Only 30 kilometers from Beget, the Garrotxa Volcanic Zone Natural Park is a must-visit. Here you will find extinct volcanoes, lush forests, and nature that literally leaves you speechless.

The park is ideal for day trips and combining the visit to Beget with a complete natural experience, with routes accessible for different levels and families.

Toni Cornellà, from his YouTube channel, takes us on a virtual tour of the charming village of Beget.

Where to eat well and what not to miss

Local gastronomy

After a day of exploration, your palate deserves a reward. In Beget and neighboring villages, you will find restaurants serving traditional dishes from La Garrotxa, with local products such as goat cheese, sausages, and mountain meats.

The river and the mountain mark the menu, and if you’re lucky, you can taste the coca de recapte, a local specialty that accompanies any menu with a homemade and authentic touch.

Charming lodgings and rural getaways

Besides the small hotels and rural houses within Beget, the region offers various options to sleep amid nature, from restored farmhouses to hotels with spas just a few kilometers away.

For those seeking a more modern touch, Camprodon combines accommodations with current services, less than 20 minutes by car, without losing the essence of a peaceful and history-filled getaway.

Beget could be your next destination to prove that the most beautiful and unknown still exists in Catalonia and that sometimes, the best adventure begins with a trip that tickles your stomach and ends with a glass of wine watching the silence of the mountain.