The Setmana del Llibre en Català is a major fair that turns the city into a showcase for Catalan literature. Local publishers, bookshops and readers come together, and culture comes alive at stands offering everything from new releases to classics. Here, books are handled, browsed and recommended face to face, in an atmosphere where creativity and design mingle with presentations, signings and spontaneous conversations.
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Established in 1983, the fair now occupies Barcelona’s iconic spaces, bringing together publishers, bookshops and readers who value substance over style.
Beyond the books, the stalls are small gems of ephemeral design: publishers and booksellers compete in originality, favouring recyclable materials and set-ups that border on guerrilla art.