Welcome to the refuge
at El Palau d’Anglesola.
In case of issues, you can
call the volunteer responsible during the week.
This humble space is aimed to provide rest and support to your journey.
Therefore:
Take care of the facilities and
equipment.
Leave it as you found it so that
next pilgrim can use it in good conditions.
Avoid cooking inside the
enclosure.
Respect the rest of fellow
pilgrims sharing the refuge.
Leave sheet and pillowcase in the
rubbish bin.
Close the door when you leave and though the keys under the door.
Regulations:
You can access the refuge only
with the appropriate stamped credential.
The keys are in the
Bloc Shop (8.30h-13.30h, 17.00h-21.00h)
The maintenance fee is 5 €/person, to be paid at acquisition of the keys.
Prior reservations are not
allowed. Places are awarded in order of arrival.
Facilities must be left before 9
am.
Thanks
for everything ..... Good Trip!Important information
(See directions on the refuge map)
NURSE
Walk-in visits from Monday to Friday, between 8am and 2pm. No appointment needed. Go to the Primary Health Center in the same building as the City Hall. If nobody is there, knock on the first door in the hallway and someone will assist you.
Walk-in visits from Monday to Friday, between 8am and 2pm. No appointment needed. Go to the Primary Health Center in the same building as the City Hall. If nobody is there, knock on the first door in the hallway and someone will assist you.
Nurse:
Concepcio.
PHYSICIAN
The doctor’s surgery is located at the Primary Health Center, in the City Hall building. The schedule is from 9am on. You need to sign up on the list that is on the door as you come in. Should you go there by 8am you might be the first one to sign up and therefore be the first one to be seen by the doctor.
Doctor:
Dr.
Isidre
Rodoreda.
PHARMACY
Open from Monday to Friday, mornings and afternoons, and Saturday mornings too. It’s right across from the church.
Pharmacists:
Mr. Paco
and
Ms. Carme
Tel.
973.601.340
RELIGIOUS SERVICES at the Church of St. John the Baptist
Summertime: Monday to Saturday daily at 8pm. Sundays at 12pm.
Wintertime: Monday to Saturday daily at 7:30pm. Sundays at 12pm.
Priest: Mr. Carles Pubill. Home phone: 973.601.369. Cell phone: 686.976.976
WHERE TO EAT
RELIGIOUS SERVICES at the Church of St. John the Baptist
Summertime: Monday to Saturday daily at 8pm. Sundays at 12pm.
Wintertime: Monday to Saturday daily at 7:30pm. Sundays at 12pm.
Priest: Mr. Carles Pubill. Home phone: 973.601.369. Cell phone: 686.976.976
WHERE TO EAT
Lunch
and dinner:
Remy
Bar
(Pilgrim’s
menu available)
Ricky’s
Bar
Pyramid’s Bar
Lunch: Sports Bar
SUPERMARKETS AND STORES
Convenience stores: Cal Colau, Ca Alsina, Fonoll (find typical products of the area of Pla d'Urgell).
Pyramid’s Bar
Lunch: Sports Bar
SUPERMARKETS AND STORES
Convenience stores: Cal Colau, Ca Alsina, Fonoll (find typical products of the area of Pla d'Urgell).
Greengrocers:
PAPA,
Montero.
Butcher’s
shop: Gou.
Drugstore:
Schlecker.
Bakeries: Cal Tutusaus, Cal Ros, Catering AGUST
Bakeries: Cal Tutusaus, Cal Ros, Catering AGUST
Other stores: Stationery
Blog,
Newsstand
Alternative,
Tobacco
shop,
Electricity
Jovial
SERVICE OF TAXI/CAB
Eurotaxi Albert. San Antonio Street, 4. Tel. 619.605.805
EMERGENCIES
Primary Health Centre of Mollerussa: 973.711.164 and 973.711.071Police of Mollerussa: 973.701.685
Fire Brigade Number: 085
Emergency Number:112
SERVICE OF TAXI/CAB
Eurotaxi Albert. San Antonio Street, 4. Tel. 619.605.805
EMERGENCIES
Primary Health Centre of Mollerussa: 973.711.164 and 973.711.071Police of Mollerussa: 973.701.685
Fire Brigade Number: 085
Emergency Number:112
What can
we visit in town?
Church of St. John the Baptist. (Neoclassical style, 1802)
Built
by Francesc Albareda, master of Balaguer, between 1798 and 1807, it
replaced an earlier church, which probably dated from the XIII
century. There are references to this church since 1118 though. Its
style is a blend of Baroque and Neoclassicism. The style of the upper
part is Baroque. It has two double columns with Corinthian capitals
that support an entablature broken in the middle of which there is a
niche. On the right side stands the belfry. It has three different
parts. Inside the church there is a baptistery.
Cal Massot (XVI century)
It
is located in the old part of town, in St. John Street, near the
church. Only the facade remains, which is one of the most remarkable
constructions in town. It is all made of stone blocks. The balcony,
the window and the portal are the main parts. There are imaginary
animals and human figures carved on the capitals. Above the cornice
you can still see the windows of the attic. There is an inscription
on the wall (Massot 1761) with its date of construction.
Cooperative of San Roque Field
Sant Roc Agricultural Cooperative
Part
of the building was built by Cesar Martinell Brunet, who was a
disciple of Antoni Gaudí, the well-known Catalan architect. It has
some modernist features. You can visit it every day in the morning.
Call George, the manager, at the 973.601.315. It’s free of charge.
Farming tools Museum
It
is a private collection of farm tools that takes you back a century.
You need to contact Mingo Camps, the owner, on 973.601.964 to set up
a visit. It’s free of charge.
Library “Pont i Gol”
Summer
schedule is 12pm to 2pm. For the rest of the year, the schedule is
5pm to 7pm. Obviously, it’s free of charge.
Swimming pool
It
is open in summertime daily from 11 am to 8 pm. You may get a
discount with the Pilgrim card. Saint
Roc Shrine
There
is a new shrine dedicated to Saint Roc. It’s close to the refuge.
Squares and gardens
We
suggest walking around the streets and squares, especially the
Generalitat Square and Catalonia Square, where there are plenty of
gardens. In the Generalitat Square you may find a monument to the
Passion, a play that has been on stage in town for many years. In
Catalonia Square you may see a metaphorical painting symbolizing the
loss of freedom in this country.Camps
Artisan Cheese
Robert
Camps makes goat cheese. In 2012, his cheese was among the 50 best
cheeses in the world and in 2013 he was awarded the Best Catalan
Cheese Award. Contact Mr. Camps to set up a visit to his workshop.
Nature Handmade Soap
Find
Irene at 33, Urgell St. She is a young woman who specializes in
making handmade soaps. Call 650.522.766 or visit her website
www.sabonature.com
for further information.
A
brief history of Palau
The
name of the town is linked to the ancestry of Anglesola, but its
origin seems to be earlier than the conquest of the place by the
Counts of Barcelona and Osona. Later on, they would grant the land to
the Lord of Anglesola. Although it was infrequent to conquer a barren
area, once conquered, it became a border, as in this case. The site
refers to an Arabic property, which possibly existed centuries before
the Muslim occupation.
After several years of domination by the Templar Knights, the Palace of Anglesola would depend on the “Order of the Hospital”, who also ruled Sidamon, a nearby village.
By
the XIV century, the palace was the property of King Henry II of
Castile, who later would become the grandfather of Ferran of
Antequera, first king of the Kingdom of Catalonia and Aragon, after
the Compromise of Caspe because King Marti l’Humà died without
leaving descendants.
Palau d’ Anglesola belonged to the Bishopric of Vic until 1593, when the Diocese of Solsona was set up.
The ancient castle palace is now in ruins, although the facade still remains, which is a gem from the XVI century. It is located in the town centre, where you can also find other buildings of remarkable artistic interest, most of them from the XVII century.
The
church was built between the end of the XVIII century and the early
XIX century. Its architectural style is late baroque and
neoclassical. The patron saint is St. John the Baptist, and the
parish celebrates its festival in honor of his martyrdom (August
29th). The town’s patron saint is Saint Blai, and its festival is
held on February 3rd.
The
inhabitants of Palau still hold two religious gatherings. In winter
time, they celebrate St. Lucia (December 13th) in a small chapel near
the cemetery. This chapel is located on the way to Poal, a nearby
village. The second gathering is dedicated to St. Roc (August 16th)
and it’s held in a brand new chapel built on the path to
Fondarella, another nearby village. This new chapel is close to the
old one, which was built in the XVIII century.
Another important building in town is the local Agricultural Cooperative (former Union of Wine). It was built by Cesar Martinell, who was a disciple of the well-known Antoni Gaudí.
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I've had the most amazing welcome and stay at Palau. I haven't met many people with such a generous heart before :). Many thanks!!
Daleen
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