Soriguera

Province: Lleida | Shire: Pallars Sobirà | Inhabitants: 429 | Extension: 106,4 Km2 | Altitude: 1.258 m

Among the magnificent valleys and mountains hide the 14 small towns of the municipality of Soriguera, whose main activity is centered on livestock. In the Siarb valley, the main valley of the municipality, the wealth of historical heritage, made up of bunkers from the Civil War and vestiges of the abandoned medieval town of Santa Creu de Llagunes, coexists with brightly colored geological formations.

From the top of its 2,439-meter altitude, the imposing peak of Orri constitutes a unique viewpoint that dominates the Pyrenees and the most spectacular places in the municipality included in the Alt Pirineu Natural Park. Walking the traditional paths is, without a doubt, the best way to discover all the charms hidden in the towns and mountains of the site.

The municipality of Soriguera, which already existed in medieval times, was known as Vizcondado del Pallars. The vizcounty was established during the 9th century by the counts of Toulouse, who were also Counts of Pallars. Initially it was called Pallars and then Viscounty of Siarb and finally Vilamur Viscounty. The vizcounty passed from the hands of the count to his heirs and was finally acquired by the dukes of Medinaceli.

The Viscount of Vilamur was the mayor of the castles belonging to the Lord of Malmercat. The Viscounts Pere and Stranea established the Verneda Market where Gerri salt was sold, and the Counts Artal and Guillermina had Mr. Arnau de Malmercat sign an act of protection.

Malmercat castle was attacked by the Bord del Pallars in 1373 and was left as war booty, including Vilamur castle. The lands of the Count of Pallars ended up forming part of the territory of the Dukes of Medinaceli.

In these towns, where the economy has been subsistence, there have been migratory movements that have left many towns without people. The Spanish Civil War brought to the surface grudges and envy between neighbors, and the Vilamur fortifications are currently part of the Memory Spaces of the Democratic Memorial.

If you are looking for a place to disconnect from the hustle and bustle of the city and enjoy the tranquility of nature, Soriguera is the perfect destination!

What to do

Turisme al Pallars Sobirà

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Ramat de Camins

Soriguera

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Rafting Llavorsí

Llavorsí (a 13.4 Km)

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Museu de Gerri de la Sal

Baix Pallars (a 10.3 Km)

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Where to eat

Roch Hotel - Restaurant

Sort (a 9.2 Km)

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Where to sleep

Roch Hotel - Restaurant

Sort (a 9.2 Km)

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Les Brases

Sort (a 4.6 Km)

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Hotel Riberies

Llavorsí (a 13.5 Km)

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Hotel Cardós

Vall de Cardós (a 21 Km)

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Events

L'Aranya - TNC - Play by Àngel Guimerà in the National Theater…

13/02/2025 ...

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Casa d'Areny-Plandolit Museum: Discover the story of Boris…

13/02/2025

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Experiences

Snowshoeing with Penyes Altes Outdoor

Penyes Altes Outdoor Services (Bellver de Cerdanya)

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37 €

Free visit to the Arco de Berà

Descobreix Tarraco, L'empremta de Roma (Tarragona)

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Weather forecast

13-02-2025
Morning Weather forecast Morning
Evening Weather forecast Evening
Max 13º
Min 2º
14-02-2025
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Evening Weather forecast Evening
Max 17º
Min 4º
Source: Dades Obertes de la Generalitat de Catalunya

News

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