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Evening

Golden Hour at Sant Feliu

Time your visit for the last light of the day to see the Romanesque church in its best mood, then stay for a quiet meal.

Best time: sunsetAbout 120 min

Timeline

  1. 16:18

    Restaurant l'Era

    Grab a drink or a light bite at Restaurant l'Era. It is just a short walk from the church. Since it is late afternoon, check that they are open; in winter they open for dinner at 20:00, but in summer they serve lunch until 15:30 and dinner from 20:00.

  2. 17:18

    Romanesque Church of Sant Feliu de Barruera

    Walk to the Romanesque Church of Sant Feliu de Barruera. The entrance fee is €2. Arrive before the sun dips below the horizon so you can see the stone textures in the warm light. The church is open daily in summer, and on weekends from 10:00 to 14:00 in the rest of the year.

  3. 17:48

    Romanesque Church of Sant Feliu de Barruera

    Stand by the church as the sun sets toward the WSW. The golden light fades quickly, so watch the shadows lengthen across the Romanesque facade.

  4. 18:18

    Restaurant l'Era

    Return to Restaurant l'Era for dinner. It is close by, so you can keep the evening relaxed. In winter, dinner service starts at 20:00. In summer, it runs from 20:00 to 22:30.

Local tip

The church hours change with the season. In winter, it is only open on weekends and mornings. If you visit on a weekday in the cold months, you may only see the exterior. The restaurant is your best bet for a warm meal regardless of the church's status.

Check before you go

  • Restaurant l'Era opens for dinner at 20:00 in winter and summer. Lunch is only 13:00-15:30 in summer.
  • Sant Feliu de Barruera is open Sat/Sun 10:00-14:00 in winter and daily in summer.

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