"RECorregut Pell" through the Rec neighborhood of Igualada

Did you know that the neighborhood's oldest tannery is now a coworking space? Or that, hidden among later buildings, there is an almost identical factory in the Central Library?

It's never been easier to delve into the history and anecdotes of the country's most iconic industrial neighborhood!

The Rec neighborhood is a vibrant neighborhood. From its origins in the 18th century, it has undergone constant transformation to the present day, while maintaining its essence: the ancient craft of leather tanning. Through literary insights, ancient images, and oral accounts, you'll discover the neighborhood in all its dimensions. Immerse yourself in the history, anecdotes, and interesting facts about this unparalleled heritage site on this dynamic and engaging tour.

The art of tanning leather has left its mark on every stone of this iconic neighborhood, considered the most important active tanning center in Europe. And not only that: the Rec is also the orchards, the textile industry, the variety of trades, the water, the people. The Rec is past, present, and future.

• Meeting point: Cal Maco, Tourist Office. Plaza de la Cruz, 18.
• Upcoming dates: November 23 and December 14.
• Start time: 11:00 a.m.
• More info and registration "here"!
• Price: free.

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