Reus Travel Guide

Reus is a town situated at the northeastern component of Spain, west of Barcelona , and in close proximity to the Mediterranean Sea . It has a population of a little over a hundred thousand people. Reus is the capital of the comarca of Baix Camp, in the province of Tarragona.

Among all the towns in the Catalonian Region, Reus is considered as the chief commercial and cultural center. The 18 th century was when this town started to grow into a vital profit-making industrial hub. Back then, Reus was a cotton-spinning engineering and trade center run by English businessmen. It also became a principal trading ground for brandy and other wine spirits. Subsequently, the textile industry also became a hit in this town particularly during the 19 th century.

At the end of the 20 th century, several Europeans had set their eyes on the budding exquisiteness of Reus. And so, at the start of this century, the landscape of Reus was beginning to be transformed into a contemporary setting. Road and rail networks were being constructed, as well as public buildings and different types of suburban abodes. The whole town of Reus was definitely sporting on a Modernistic architecture.

Tourists are basically drawn to this place due to a number of factors. Among the assets that this town has are its local inhabitants. The people of Reus are known to be warm, friendly, welcoming, and proud of their hometown. And today, although Reus has been known to be a contemporary city, it still has a touch of the olden days. The town is a charming mix of ambience and structural design.

There are several top rating restaurants in this town that will let you experience premier Catalan cuisine. Also, the nearby costal town of Salou is just a few minutes away, whereby beach bums can just bask in the sun all day long. 

Food and Drink 

Discover Catalan cookery at its finest with the wide selection of restaurants in the city. The restaurants in the city cater to different clientele, from the simple pizza lovers to aficionados of haute cuisine. Take your pick, for wherever you go Reus is sure to satisfy your premier gastronomic pleasures. 

Festivals 

Carnival in Reus

Carnivals used to be celebrated between the Epiphany and the “Ash Wednesday.” The carnival in Reus, like anywhere else in Spain, is a festival attended by hundred of thousands, a hodgepodge of locals and tourists. The whole town of Reus excitedly prepares many programs for this event. The acts generally take 10 to 14 days long (beginning of February) and consist of cultural and confetti parades to march past the length of the most important city streets. There are also costume contests, cultural visits, expositions and many more festivities.

Feast of St. Pere

This one of the most important celebrations in the whole region. St. Pere is also the city’s patron saint and the locals commemorate him every 23rd up to the 29th of June. This is the best time to witness “Giants” and “large headed persons” on parade, including human castles. The St. Pere’s procession and the St. Juan Bonfire are amount the most religious acts during these days.

Virgin of Misericordia Festivities

From September 18th to the 30th, the city of Reus gets all hectic with preparations to commemorate this event. Most of the shows are held in the Mercadal Square.