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Vilanova i la Geltrú Destination Guide

Delve into Vilanova i la Geltrú in Spain

Vilanova i la Geltrú in the region of Catalonia with its 65,890 residents is a city in Spain - some 289 mi or ( 465 km ) East of Madrid , the country's capital .

Interactive map of Vilanova i la Geltrú

Current time in Vilanova i la Geltrú is now 09:01 PM (Thursday) . The local timezone is named " Europe/Madrid " with a UTC offset of 1 hours. Depending on your travel modalities, these larger destinations might be interesting for you: Montpellier, Marseille, Grenoble, Bordeaux, and Aix-en-Provence. While being here, make sure to check out Montpellier . We encountered some video on the web . Scroll down to see the most favourite one or select the video collection in the navigation. Are you curious about the possible sightseeing spots and facts in Vilanova i la Geltrú ? We have collected some references on our attractions page.


Videos

Carnaval de Vilanova 2009; La Puput i La Gavina

2:03 min by Erik Wirdheim
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From 9.00 in the morning of Carnival Sunday do the comparses party, dance and throw candy in the streets of Vilanova i la Geltrú. ..

Castell de focs artificials Vilanova 2007 [HQ]

2:56 min by Snudedude
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The breathtaking final of the 20 minute fireworks yearly in Vilanova i la Geltrú (Spain) 4 August 2007. See the same fireworks -20 sec. from a different angle here www.youtube.com ..


ITUTU ACHE

1:49 min by marioasensio
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Vilanova i La Geltru ..

Com la Merengada va començar al Blanch; Carnaval de Vilanova 2009

1:37 min by Erik Wirdheim
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The meringue war of 'Dijous Gras' (Fat Thursday) in Vilanova i la Geltrú always starts at the pastry baker shop Blanch. ..


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Interesting facts about this location

Biblioteca Museu Víctor Balaguer

The Biblioteca Museu Víctor Balaguer (Víctor Balaguer Museum & Library) is located in Vilanova i la Geltrú and was founded in 1884 by Víctor Balaguer so as to thank the city for its support during his politician career. Since 2000 the museum is part of the National Art Museum of Catalonia and the library is part of the National Library of Catalonia.

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Located at 41.22 1.73 (Lat./Long.); Less than 0 km away
Tags: 1884 establishments in Spain, Art museums and galleries in Catalonia, Art museums established in 1884, Barcelona Provincial Council Local Museum Network, Decorative arts museums in Spain, Libraries established in 1884, Libraries in Catalonia, Library buildings completed in 1884, Vilanova i la Geltrú

Can Papiol Romanticism Museum

The Can Papiol Romanticism Museum (Catalan: Museu Romàntic Can Papiol) is a museum located in the historic centre of Vilanova i la Geltrú. It is a manor house dating from the end of the 18th century and is characteristic both for the furniture and decorative elements preserved from the time. Its aim is to evoke 19th-century society by analysing the everyday life of a well-to-do family of the time. The museum is part of the Barcelona Provincial Council Local Museum Network.

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Located at 41.23 1.72 (Lat./Long.); Less than 0 km away
Tags: 19th-century architecture, Barcelona Provincial Council Local Museum Network, Historic house museums in Catalonia, Romanticism, Vilanova i la Geltrú

Catalonia Railway Museum

The Museu del Ferrocarril de Catalunya (Catalonia Railway Museum) in Vilanova i la Geltrú has a large collection of historic railway locomotives and other rolling stock in the former station roundhouse and on its surrounding outdoor grounds. Located close to the railway station in Vilanova i la Geltrú, 40 km south of Barcelona.

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Located at 41.22 1.73 (Lat./Long.); Less than 1 km away
Tags: Railway museums in Spain, Transport museums in Catalonia, Vilanova i la Geltrú

Autódromo de Sitges-Terramar

Autódromo de Sitges-Terramar is a former racing circuit located in Sant Pere de Ribes near Sitges. Although minor races were sporadically held on the circuit through the 1950s, it was largely abandoned after the inaugural season of 1923. Owing to the excellence of its construction, the track remains intact even after 80 years of disuse.

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Located at 41.24 1.78 (Lat./Long.); Less than 5 km away
Tags: Defunct motorsport venues, Motorsport venues in Catalonia, Motorsport venues in Spain, Spanish Grand Prix

Sitges

Sitges is a town about 35 kilometres southwest of Barcelona, renowned worldwide for its Film Festival and Carnival. Located between the Garraf Massif and the sea, it is known for its beaches, nightspots, and historical sites.

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Located at 41.24 1.78 (Lat./Long.); Less than 5 km away
Tags: Garraf, Mediterranean port cities and towns in Spain, Municipalities in the Province of Barcelona, Seaside resorts in Spain, Sitges, Tourism in Spain

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Historical Weather

temperature and rainfall during the year in Vilanova i la Geltrú