L'Alt Camp

L'Alt Camp is an administrative region in Tarragona province comprising twenty-three municipalities spread across plains and mountains between the Francolí and Gaià rivers. The landscape shifts between farmland and forested hills with various villages and towns scattered across the slopes.

The region played a key role during the 10th-century Reconquista, when various noble families established control over different territories. This early division shaped the boundaries and structures that remain visible in the municipalities today.

Valls, the region's capital, is known worldwide for its human towers, recognized by UNESCO as Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. This tradition remains central to local festivals and reflects the strong sense of community that defines the area.

The tourism office in Valls provides information about accommodations, organized tours, and walking routes across all municipalities. The best time to explore is outside the hottest summer months, when conditions are more comfortable for day trips.

Santes Creus Monastery showcases remarkable Cistercian architecture with direct connections to Catalan royalty. The complex reveals the artistic and spiritual values that dominated the region during medieval times.

Location: Camp de Tarragona

Capital city: Valls

Shares border with: Conca de Barberà, Anoia, Alt Penedès, Baix Penedès, Tarragonès, Baix Camp

Website: http://altcamp.cat

GPS coordinates: 41.28333,1.25000

Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:43