{"id":557974,"date":"2025-01-06T17:05:12","date_gmt":"2025-01-06T16:05:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.locabarcelona.com\/?page_id=557974"},"modified":"2025-01-07T10:51:53","modified_gmt":"2025-01-07T09:51:53","slug":"bellesguard-tower","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.locabarcelona.com\/en\/living-in-barcelona\/history-architecture\/bellesguard-tower\/","title":{"rendered":"Bellesguard Tower"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Everything you need to know for your visit to Bellesguard Tower <\/h1>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Bellesguard Tower is one of Gaud\u00ed\u2019s lesser-known works, yet it is steeped in history. Nestled at the foot of Collserola, this former castle has served as the residence of numerous important figures over the years and is now open to the public, inviting visitors to uncover its secrets. Let\u2019s delve into its history and architecture.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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History of Bellesguard Tower<\/h2>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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The Bellesguard Tower, also known as Casa Figueras, has been home to many significant figures in Catalonia\u2019s history. One of its most prominent owners was King Martin I, also known as Martin the Humane, the last monarch of the House of Barcelona. He gave the tower its name, inspired by the \u201cbeautiful views\u201d of Barcelona that can be admired from the site. In the 17th century, it also served as a refuge for the infamous bandit Serrallonga and played a key role during the Reapers\u2019 War.<\/p>

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In 1900, the widow of Jaume Figueras, a merchant and close friend of Gaud\u00ed, commissioned the architect to construct a house on the site of the Bellesguard castle, with the aim of preserving its ties to Catalan history. During the building process, Gaud\u00ed reused medieval remnants from the original castle to shape the new structure, embedding various elements throughout the estate that reflect its historical origins.<\/p>

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After the project was completed in 1916, the house changed ownership several times over the next century. In 2018, it was sold to Catalana Occidente for \u20ac30 million, and since then, it has been open to the public.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Architecture of Bellesguard Tower<\/h2>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Gaud\u00ed designed Bellesguard Tower during his neo-Gothic period, blending this aesthetic with the modernist elements characteristic of his work. It was crucial for him to incorporate details that paid homage to the castle\u2019s history and Catalonia\u2019s heritage while restoring and integrating the remains of the medieval palace into the new design. As with all his projects, Gaud\u00ed studied the surrounding area extensively, using local slate to construct the building\u2019s exterior.<\/p>

To enhance the neo-Gothic style, known for its verticality, Gaud\u00ed designed elongated windows, making the tower appear taller than its actual height of nearly 20 metres. The standout feature is the famous octagonal tower, topped with a Gaud\u00ed-style four-armed cross, reaching over 30 metres.<\/p>

The estate includes five floors, along with terraces, balconies, and gardens adorned with benches covered in Gaud\u00ed\u2019s signature trencad\u00eds mosaic technique. The interior is bright and white, creating a striking contrast with the grey tones of the exterior.<\/p>

Dragons play a vital role in this project, with four different ones crafted from various materials scattered throughout the castle. The most remarkable, yet often overlooked, dragon is located on the fa\u00e7ade. The windows serve as its eyes, symbolising the castle\u2019s protection and its deep connection to Catalan history.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Bellesguard Tower is situated at 20 Calle de Bellesguard, in the Sarri\u00e0-Sant Gervasi neighbourhood.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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You can reach the tower by bus, taking lines V13, V15, 196, or 123. If travelling by train, you can get off at the Av. Tibidabo station.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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No, entry to Bellesguard Tower is not free, but there are various types of tours<\/a><\/span> available. Ticket prices range from \u20ac9 to \u20ac20.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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Yes, the building rents out its spaces<\/a><\/span> for team-building activities, corporate events, film shoots, and more. They also occasionally host concerts and gastronomic markets.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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