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Penelles to Besalú

Updated: March 31, 2024 03:23 PM
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Penelles to Besalú - Language, Currency, Distance, How to Reach, Expenses, Best time to go, What to Eat, Where to Go, FAQ

Language

  • The official language of Spain is Spanish.
  • Catalan is also spoken in Catalonia, where both Penelles and Besalú are located.
  • English is widely spoken in tourist areas.

Currency

  • The currency of Spain is the Euro (€).
  • Credit cards are widely accepted.
  • ATMs are also available in both Penelles and Besalú.

Distance

  • The distance between Penelles and Besalú is approximately 100 kilometers (62 miles).
  • The drive takes about 1 hour and 30 minutes.

How to Reach

  • By car: The best way to get from Penelles to Besalú is by car. The drive is straightforward and takes about 1 hour and 30 minutes.
  • By train: There is no direct train service from Penelles to Besalú. You can take a train from Penelles to Lleida and then transfer to a train to Besalú. The journey takes about 2 hours and 30 minutes.
  • By bus: There is no direct bus service from Penelles to Besalú. You can take a bus from Penelles to Lleida and then transfer to a bus to Besalú. The journey takes about 3 hours.

Expenses

  • The average cost of a meal in Penelles is €10-15.
  • The average cost of a meal in Besalú is €15-20.
  • The average cost of a hotel room in Penelles is €50-70.
  • The average cost of a hotel room in Besalú is €70-90.

Best time to go

  • The best time to visit Penelles and Besalú is during the shoulder months (April-May and September-October) when the weather is mild and there are fewer tourists.
  • The summer months (June-August) can be hot and crowded.
  • The winter months (November-March) can be cold and wet.

What to Eat

  • In Penelles:
    • Escudella i carn d'olla (Catalan stew)
    • Cargols a la llauna (snails)
    • Pa amb tomàquet (bread with tomato)
  • In Besalú:
    • Fesols de Santa Pau (white beans from Santa Pau)
    • Trucha a la brasa (grilled trout)
    • Crema catalana (Catalan custard)

Where to Go

  • In Penelles:
    • Castell de Penelles (Penelles Castle)
    • Església de Sant Miquel (Church of Sant Miquel)
    • Museu de la Pagesia (Museum of Agriculture)
  • In Besalú:
    • Puente Viejo (Old Bridge)
    • Monasterio de Sant Pere (Monastery of Sant Pere)
    • Museo de los Judíos (Jewish Museum)

FAQ

  • What is the best way to get from Penelles to Besalú?
  • The best way to get from Penelles to Besalú is by car. The drive takes about 1 hour and 30 minutes.
  • How much does it cost to travel from Penelles to Besalú?
  • The cost of travel from Penelles to Besalú depends on the mode of transportation. By car, the cost is around €15 for gas. By train, the cost is around €20. By bus, the cost is around €15.
  • What is the best time to visit Penelles and Besalú?
  • The best time to visit Penelles and Besalú is during the shoulder months (April-May and September-October) when the weather is mild and there are fewer tourists.

*Distance calculation may be aerial distance.

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