The Festa Modernista de la Colònia Güell recreates the daily life of this textile community in Santa Coloma de Cervelló, just a short distance from Barcelona. Over an October weekend, the streets of the Colònia are transformed with theatrical sets, period costumes and early 20th-century music, evoking both bourgeois and working-class life. The involvement of local residents, the modernista architecture and the symbolic presence of the Gaudí Crypt combine to create a lively celebration of collective memory.
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During the festival, streets come alive with themed markets, period taverns and open workshops.
The Gaudí Crypt offers special tours revealing its history and unique architecture.
Some editions also include performances, guided tours or demonstrations of traditional crafts for all ages.