Fiestas Mayores [local festivals]

Dedicated to the patron saints of each village, town and city, for several days a year the streets overflow with joy, dances, concerts, decorations and popular activities.

With traditions that have been passed down from generation to generation and a significant public participation, we highlight the parades, dances of the giants and big-headed effigies, and particularly the profusion of fireworks of the spectacular “correfocs” [street parade with fireworks]. The best are in La Bisbal d’Empordà and Torroella de Montgrí and, although they are open to all, it is a good idea to receive instructions from the local population before taking part.