Castell Del Comte De Sicart — Attraction in Vila-seca

An historic centre of government!! Vilaseca, was the "Council" for a wide range, many Catalan townships were controlled from here. Initially, built to protect the citizens of the local area, but over years became the main council for a very wide area. It is preserved spectacularly!! Many works of art, mainly sculptures. The grounds, would have to be called, landscaped Gardens, well laid out, with interesting plants. To me, it was more a fortified Manor house than a Castle. There is a lift for those not secure on stairs etc. The staff are most helpful, the first person you meet inside the "Lobby" is a Security Officer, he is very well read of the history of the Castle and explains some of the history admirably. Well worth a visit, a little known gem...

Castillo que está alrededor de un jardín muy bonito, del siglo XII es lo que consta en los documentos oficiales. De construcción neogótico con influencias estilísticas del centro y el norte de Europa. En el año 2005 el ayuntamiento de Vilaseca adquirió a la familia sicart Girona el castillo y el jardín adyacente. Gracias a esta adquisición el castillo volvió a ser de titularidad pública. Este castillo está declarado bien cultural de interés nacional, desde el año mil novecientos ochenta y nueve. Miren las fotos lo precioso que es para la familia y los niños. También tiene una gran bodega para vinos y el castillo está preparado para hacer exposiciones de artistas...

Beautiful building, beautiful art but as soon as the security spot that you are English they’ll follow you around like you’ve committed a few war crimes, no Spanish nationals were followed. Overall a...