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Camper life: explore Penedès from its 13 motorhome areas

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RV Penedès - Autocaravanes
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Llocs d'interès del Penedès

1. Sant Martí Sarroca

Medieval castle and panoramic views

From the motorhome area, you’ll wake up to wonderful views of the Castle of Sant Martí, perched on top of the hill. Discover the castle and its Romanesque church with a guided tour—two historical treasures set in a privileged natural environment. Outside visiting hours, you’ll find QR codes around the complex that allow you to enjoy a self-guided audio tour of the surroundings. 

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2. Vilafranca del Penedès

VINSEUM and a Modernist route through the historic centre

After a pleasant 15-minute walk to the town centre, a must-stop is VINSEUM, the Museum of Wine Cultures of Catalonia. Stroll through the historic and commercial centre, admiring Modernist buildings such as Casa Miró and Casa Macià, as well as the Gothic beauty of the Basilica of Santa Maria. On Friday evenings, the wine bars are especially lively, and during the season you can visit Cal Figarot to watch an open rehearsal by the Castellers de Vilafranca, building their human towers. 

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Àrees d'autocaravanes del Penedès

3. Torrelles de Foix

A walk to Les Dous and nature at its purest

Along the Pontons stream you’ll find Les Dous, a group of springs with 35 water spouts, a small waterfall and a picnic area where you can spend the day. Through the routes suggested on the town’s website—suitable for both walking and cycling—you’ll discover corners with springs and natural pools, truly unique natural spaces in Penedès. 

Provided with water and plenty of energy, it’s well worth climbing up to the Sanctuary of Santa Maria de Foix, patron saint of Penedès, offering magnificent views over the plain and home to one of the Miravinya viewpoints. 

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RV Penedès · Sant Sadurní d'Anoia

4. Sant Sadurní d’Anoia

Cava Centre visit and urban wine tours

From the motorhome area, you can follow a popular walking route around the Codorníu lake until you reach the winery itself—a jewel of Modernist architecture—where you can enjoy a guided tour and sip some cava. 

Walking into the old town, the Cava Centre is a must (it also houses the Tourist Office) to understand a village that produces around 80% od the cava in the world. It also offers combined tours with most local wineries, many of which are within walking distance. 

Before leaving, stop by Cal Feru to take home a bottle of wine as a souvenir or the Espai Xocolata Simón Coll Chocolate, with tours to their chocolate factory and a dreamy shop full of chocolates. 

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5. Vilobí del Penedès

A geological phenomenon

One of its main attractions is Parc dels Talls, with four pools created by an old gypsum quarry—an unusual natural space right in the heart of the Penedès. On certain dates, you can visit the Parc dels Talls Welcome Centre to learn about the evolution of this geological phenomenon.!  

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El Penedès en autocaravana

6. Sant Quintí de Mediona

Peaceful village life

Just a few metres from the motorhome area, you can access el Camí del Riu (the Stream Path) or visit the springs of Les Deus. Right there you’ll also find Les Deus Aventura, with zip lines and via ferrata routes—perfect fun for kids of all ages. An adults! 

The old town streets come alive during its most emblematic festivals, such as its unusual Carnival, the Festa Major, or Mata-degolla, a live commemoration of the 1714 Bourbon invasion that devastated and burned the village. 

Before leaving Sant Quintí, be sure to buy its famous carquinyolis—sort of a nougat biscuit- a must-have for any after-meal treat! 

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RV Penedès · Subirats

7. Subirats

Cycling through vineyards and wine tasting with views

Right at the motorhome area, located at Lavern–Subirats train station, you’ll find Enobicing, an electric bike rental service. Choose a self-guided half-day or full-day route to cycle through vineyard landscapes, stop at a wine bar, visit a local winery, or head up to the Miravinya La Bardera viewpoint—especially beautiful in spring and autumn. 

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RV Penedès · Sant Cugat Sesgarrigues

8. Sant Cugat Sesgarrigues

Rural history

Next to the parking area of this small village, you’ll find El Forn, a rural exhibition in a place that became a cooperative bread oven during the Spanish Civil War. Today it hosts a collection of tools and utensils from rural life, helping preserve the work of past generations. Once a month, guided walking tours are organised around the village, including El Forn, the Fresquera of Cal Pau Vidal—an underground old "fridge" showcasing the origins of food preservation—and a stroll through the old town. 

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Mediona

9. Mediona

Hiking and craft beer

The Mediona Valley is one of the highest areas of the DO Penedès, where landscapes combine forests, mountain ranges and high-altitude vineyards. Take a hiking route to the Hermitage of Sant Elies, documented in 1301 and located 7 km away, where you’ll find the Miravinya Sant Elies viewpoint framing stunning views. 

Don’t leave without discovering the local craft beer, deeply rooted in the area—especially if you visit during the Mediona Craft Beer Festival in June. 

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RV Penedès - Autocaravanes

10. El Pla del Penedès

Picnic among vineyards and rural silence

Waking up at the El Pla motorhome area is especially relaxing, surrounded by vineyard plains and a picnic area. A short drive will take you to several wineries along the Penedès Wine Route for a wine tourism escape. You can also explore the network of paths and trails for a walk, with Montserrat mountain almost always accompanying you in the background. 

Looking for a truly local experience? Don’t miss La Festa de les Torrades (Festival of the Toast), an authentic rural celebration.  

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El Castellot

11. Castellví de la Marca

Sunset from El Castellot

For hiking enthusiasts, the climb up to El Castellot is a classic. The 360º views from the remains of this ancient watchtower are spectacular, especially at sunset. The tower is also one of the viewpoints along the Miravinya route. 

Another great way to enjoy the surroundings is the Route of the Springs, a 12 km trail suitable for walking or cycling, passing through various restored natural springs around the village. 

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Àrea d'autocaravanes de Santa Margarida i els Monjos

12. Santa Margarida i els Monjos

CIARGA and the Sunday market

Just a five-minute walk from the motorhome area, you’ll find El Serral, a former Civil War air-raid shelter that can be visited together with CIARGA, offering insight into life during that period in the region. On Sundays, the village is bustling with one of the largest and most popular markets in Penedès.

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El Penedès en autocaravana

13. Sant Pere de Riudebitlles

The history of paper-making and a riverside walk

You may find it curious that a water channel runs through the centre of the village—a legacy of the importance of the paper industry and the use of water from the Bitlles stream. Enjoy a walk along the river to discover the Pont Nou aqueduct, or if you’re feeling energetic, follow part of the River Path towards Torrelavit—ideal if you’re travelling with children or looking for shade on hot days.