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A fine 15C medieval bridge spans the Ter at the entrance to the old town of Les Abadesses. The town, named after the monastery of Sant Joan, holds its “Festa Major” on the second Sunday of September, during which the Ball dels Pabordes is performed. This ritual dance pays lavish homage to the “pabordes”, who organise the Festival of the Very Holy Mystery.

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  • Church of Sant Pol

    place de L'Abadia E - 17860 Sant Joan de les Abadesses

    This town centre church has an extraordinary sculpted tympan representing Christ, the apostles Peter and Paul and two angels.

  • Abbey Palace

    place de l'Abadia E - 17860 Sant Joan de les Abadesses

    This 14C building stands on a small square in front of the church. It has an interior patio with sculpted capitals and large arcades.

  • Monasterio de Sant Joan de les Abadesses Recommended Recommended

    place de l'Abadia E - 17860 Sant Joan de les Abadesses

    This Benedictine monastery was founded in the 9C. The current church, consecrated in 1150, is the work of a congregation of Augustinian monks. In the central apse of the church , admire an extraordinary Romanesque group representing the Descent fro..

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  • Fonda Janpere

    Mestre Andreu, 3 E - 17860 Sant Joan de les Abadesses

    Fonda Janpere is set in the centre of Sant Joan de les Abadesses, 15 minutes’ drive from Ripoll. This family-run property offers free Wi-Fi and has a restaurant serving Catalan cuisine. Fonda Janpere’s simple rooms have heating, a TV, and a private ..

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