Quality of life

The Catalan Tuscany

• The region is surrounded by vineyards and mountains.Alt Penedès has numerous green spaces and natural parks, offering a wide variety of hiking, cycling, and outdoor activities to enjoy nature.
• The sunny and pleasant climate of Alt Penedès allows for outdoor activities throughout the year, from a day at the beach on the Costa Daurada to a mountain excursion.

First-class gastronomy

The gastronomy of Alt Penedès is characterized by its rich variety of local and seasonal products, cultivated in the area and prepared using traditional and modern techniques.

• The region has over 19,000 hectares of agricultural vineyard landscape.
• It is a territory with a tradition and culture deeply rooted in winemaking, boasting its own designation of origin.
• Alt Penedès is famous for its festive gastronomy, which is celebrated in various events and fairs throughout the year, such as the Wine Fair (Fira del Vi), Cavatast, and more

Rich cultural tradition

• The region has a great number of festivities throughout the year, such as the Festa Major of Vilafranca del Penedès, as well as in the rest of the municipalities in the region.
• There is a wealth of cultural heritage that includes monuments, churches, castles, and historic buildings that reflect the rich history and culture of the area.
• There is a vibrant contemporary cultural scene, such as the Vilafranca Jazz Festival, Ressons Penedès, the Sitges International Photography Festival, and the Vendrell Contemporary Art Biennial.

Vibrant commercial activity

Alt Penedès is the ideal place for lovers of shopping and small businesses.

• The region has numerous commercial establishments, ranging from modern to traditional ones.
• In Vilafranca del Penedès, you can also find various traditional markets such as the Vegetable Market, Artisan Market, Painting Market, which are held throughout the year. The Roses and Books Market for Sant Jordi’s day, the Flower Market for All Saints' Day, the Santa Llúcia Fair and the Christmas Market are also famous in the area.

Touristic quality of the region

L’Alt Penedès ofereix un ventall d’activitats per a tots els gustos i les edats. A més, facilita la pràctica de senderisme i ciclisme per a tots els nivells:

• • From vineyard routes to exploring the Via Augusta Penedès and experiencing 2,000 years of history.
  • The river path, an itinerary along the river spaces of Mediona-Bitlles, Lavernó, and Anoia.
  • There is a regional cultural offering that includes exhibitions and itinerant cultural activities for all tastes, which can be discovered atFrom vibrant cultural activities to hiking and cycling, the geography of Alt Penedès offers a range of activities for all tastes and ages. It facilitates hiking and cycling for all levels and preferences:www.penedescultura.cat.

Wide variety of public services

• Healthcare: it has primary care centers and specialized medical facilities, as well as hospitals.
• Education: there is a wide range of public and private educational centers.
• Transportation: the region is well-connected by road, with connections to Barcelona and other nearby towns, and has train stations in Vilafranca del Penedès and Sant Sadurní d'Anoia, Santa Margarida i els Monjos, Gelida, Subirats and La Granada.
• Social Services: public services aimed at the care of the elderly, dependents, or vulnerable individuals, as well as programs for child and youth care.