Picasso’s Barcelona

Explore the Barcelona of Picasso’s youth. Discover the places he lived, the studios where he painted early masterpieces and the cafes and art galleries that formed his world.

The Shadow of the Wind Locations

Step into the world of Carlos Ruiz Zafón’s The Shadow of the Wind by exploring the real Barcelona locations that inspired the novel.

Canet de Mar

Canet de Mar, located along the Maresme coast just north of Barcelona, boasts a rich blend of history and seaside charm—with highlights including the former summer residence and workshop of modernist architect Domènech i Montaner, an 11th-century medieval castle, and a Blue Flag-certified beach.