(Post # 22) Girona – Spain Game of Thrones fame – but so much more!

One of the main reasons for visiting Spain this time was to follow in the footsteps of Ernest Hemingway and try our hand fly fishing in the Pyrenees.

As it was a long drive from France we picked a town to stop in for a few days and brush up our Spanish and remember what tapas and sangria was! And happily for us – we chose Girona.

Girona is a city in Spain’s northeastern Catalonia region, beside the River Onyar. It’s known for its medieval architecture, walled Old Quarter and the Roman remains. And if you’re a fan, the filming locations for the hit series / Game of Thrones!

The city has a fascinating history and the architecture and museums reflect that – from the sad treatment of the Girona Jewish community to the Arab baths to the enormous cathedral and Romanesque museum- one could spend days wandering and exploring. We did our best.

Museum of Art in Girona

We were stunned by the incredibly rich collection of art from medieval times to the present. This museum did a wonderful job of bringing the carvings from the capitals and stained glass down to human eye level and explained the processes. The museums were housed in beautiful ancient buildings and were part of the whole experience.

We loved our visit in Girona. But we were anxious to make it to the Pyrenees and start fishing!!!