Spain has some of the most attractive destinations, and Catalonia specifically, the capital city of Barcelona is among the list of top cities. If you are thinking of visiting this wonderful city, you might rightly be asking yourself whether it is wise to travel in November. Below, we will analyze the weather, events, and everything else to ensure that you can make the right decision effectively.
The Weather in November
As far as the temperature is concern, Barcelona in November is still moderate with average high of 16 degrees Celsius and average low of 10 degree or 50 degrees Fahrenheit. It is also warmer than the months of summer but provides suitable environment for outdoor activities. It is quite perfect to visit the places of the city during such a time because the heat is not extreme while the several tourists are also not very many.
Events and Festivals
There are some fabulous events and festivals you can look forward to in November in Barcelona. Among the most famous festivals one can name the International Jazz Festival in Barcelona that leads during a month the performances of the world’s leading musicians and enthusiastic jazz lovers. It includes performances, demonstrations and impromptu practices on stages at different locations in the city.
November also has fesitval; one of them is the La Castanyada or Catalonia’s Pumpkin Festival. Held on November 1 in year, this festival of Catalonia is steeped in symbolism of chestnuts, sweets and the dead. Stalls selling roasted chestnuts, panellets, the sweet almonds paste covered with real marzipan , and sweet wine. From the cultural point of view, it’s great to get acquainted with local customs, and from the gastronomic one – to taste sweets.
Attractions and Sightseeing
Today, Barcelona during the month of November is an opportunity of moving around the most famous places of interest without facing the crowds that are so characteristic during the high season. There is no rush to move around fast and push through the streets while looking at the great architectural gems of the renowned architect Antoni Gaudí such as Sagrada Família, Casa Batlló and Park Güell.
Barcelona’s museums, e.g. Museu Picasso or Fundació Joan Miró, provide shelter from low temperatures, too. You can take time to visit some great galleries and experience the great arts of locally established artists in Barcelona.
Shopping Opportunities
This is because November, which is one of the best of the year, is popularly known as a shopping season. It has everything from luxury brands shops to the small retailers shops, from the supermarkets to the usual hawkers. This area is another commercial centre, this time superbly furnished for shopping containing many prestigious designer clothes and jewelries stores as well as numerous companies profile. Moreover, souvenir shopping and other local specialties including, Vegetables and fruits at Mercat de Sant Josep de la Boqueria.
Food and Dining
Consequently, no visit to Barcelona is complete without some exploits in arguably the best culinary hub in the whole world. For some more food and warmth, November offers guests delicious dishes popular in Catalonia. Taste the homely Escudella i Carn d’Olla which is the Catalan stew or have the taste of Calçots which is the Catalan spring onion grilled with a great romesco sauce.
Since less visitors come around you’ll get to sample meals at some popular restaurants without having to wait long. Actually Barcelona offers great tapas, meaning that you can try a combination of different small dishes with different tastes.
Conclusion
But that aside much of November can be appreciated as one of the best times to visit Barcelona. Having gentle weather, real lack of massive crowds, interesting events to attend, and lots of occasions for enjoying local sights and taste the best local cuisines, you can make the most of the travels. Whether you are interested in cultures, in great food or a gripping Urban break, Barcelona will not come short of your expectations.
