"Living Patum is a unique experience that marks you forever."
"La Patum is a spectacle for all the senses."
"If you want to know the true essence of Catalonia, you must experience Patum."
These are some of the opinions you can find if you are looking for information about Patum de Berga. One of the great festivals of Catalan culture is approaching, and from Eix Estels we want to make you a proposal: a family getaway or with a group of friends to vibe with Patum. Read on to discover the history of this party and some trivia.
La Patum de Berga: An unforgettable journey to Catalan tradition and culture
The wildest and most spectacular party in Catalonia returns, from May 29 to June 2 , in the town of Berga. It is a unique traditional festival in the world, declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. If you're looking for a family getaway, or with a group of friends, you can't miss this date with culture, history and emotions.
The origins of Patum can be found in the religious celebrations of Corpus Christi that were celebrated in the City of Berga during the Middle Ages. Over time, the party evolved incorporating profane and folkloric elements, until becoming what it is today: an explosion of fire, pyrotechnics, music and dance that represents the struggle between good and evil.
The most outstanding elements of Patum
The Patum de Berga is made up of several events that take place throughout the festival days. Among those that stand out the most:
- The Tabals: The sound of the tabals, big drums, is what sets the rhythm of the party, and summons the participants.
- The Torches: The torchbearers, dressed in white, travel the streets creating a show of light and fire.
- The Eagle: It is an articulated figure that represents the spirit of the City, and that does various dances and acrobatics.
- The Dances: The popular dances, such as the Patum Infantil or the Patum Completa, are an essential part of the party.
- The Trabucs: These handmade cannons fire volleys that echo throughout the City
Curiosities about the Patum de Berga
- The Patum is divided into two types of participants: the Blues and the Blacks. The Blues represent Heaven and Good, while the Blacks represent Hell and Evil.
- Participants in the Patum must comply with strict rules, such as wearing traditional dress and maintaining silence during certain moments of the party.
- The Patum is a very participatory party, in which the people of Berga and visitors mingle and enjoy together.
- The Friday after Corpus Christi is when the children's Patum is celebrated, in which the boys and girls participate fully in a version adapted for them. Sunday is the last day of the festival, and it concludes, at night, with the complete Patum.
La Patum de Berga with accommodation:
Are we having a family break in Berga? Living the Patum de Berga in El Jou Nature is a unique experience that you will never forget. We suggest a stay at Jou Nature during the Patum weekend: just 20 minutes from Berga, you can enjoy the party while ensuring a good rest. And disconnection in the middle of nature.
What will you find at Jou Nature?
- Exceptional facilities: with indoor pool, soccer field, private lagoons, children's playground, adventure park, spacious and unique rooms... You deserve it!! An authentic family holiday!
- The restaurant: The meals are homemade and cooked in the same premises, served in a buffet where you can choose between different areas: children's area, adult area, healthy area, dessert area. At Jou Nature we offer a varied and healthy buffet service prepared that includes seasonal products and some ECO and local products. Prepared to serve customers with food allergies and vegetarian or vegan diets. Snack for children is included.
- A very exciting program of activities and animations for the whole family: Family activities program, animations every morning, afternoon and evening. Weekly schedule of different activities. Dynamics, adventure and much more!
- Family friendly accommodation with all the comforts of cots, highchairs, children's playroom, activities and animations with professional monitors every day, playground made with environmentally friendly materials, healthy menus, microwave to heat up baby food...
Our camp homes provide the perfect setting to create unforgettable memories with your family or group of friends. The combination of the Patum de Berga, with its explosion of colors, sounds and emotions, with the tranquility and fun that the camp house offers, guarantees you a unique experience.
Book your stay at El Jou Nature now and experience Patum de Berga in a special way.
