La Selva del Camp is a town with a long history at the heart of the Camp de Tarragona region. The first documentary reference dates back to 1149, and on May 13, 1164, Archbishop Hug of Cervelló granted it the status of town.
Its medieval past is still present in the streets, squares and buildings of the old town. Walking through La Selva del Camp is discovering a heritage that preserves the essence of a village closely linked to the territory and the mountains that surround it.
From Casa Portal d’Avall, located in the same old town, you can discover this history on foot and enjoy the tranquility of an environment with its own character.
The old town of La Selva del Camp preserves a rich architectural heritage that allows you to discover the history of the municipality through its streets and buildings.
Among the most notable spaces are the Paborde Castle, now restored and linked to the cultural activity of the municipality, and the Ponts aqueduct, one of the most representative elements of La Selva del Camp.
It is also worth visiting the Church of Saint Andrew the Apostle, an important example of Catalan Renaissance architecture, as well as the former convents of Saint Augustine and Saint Rafel, witnesses to different moments in the local history.
And to discover the essence of the town, nothing is better than strolling down Main Street, among stately houses and corners that preserve the character of the old town.
The Selva del Camp enjoys a privileged location for discovering the Camp de Tarragona and some of the main attractions of the Costa Dorada.From here you can combine the tranquility of a town with history with cultural, gastronomic, nature and leisure getaways.Casa Portal d’Avall, located in the heart of the old town, is an ideal starting point for exploring the area and discover everything that La Selva del Camp, the Camp de Tarragona and the Costa Daurada have to offer.
20 km / 5 minutes
World Heritage
12 km / 4 minutes
Artistic and commercial center
25 km / 8 minutes
Leisure and entertainment
30 km / 12 minutes
Gastronomy and the beach
45 km / 25 minutes
Poblet, Santes Creus, Vallbona
40 km / 45 minutes
Wine tourism and nature
25 km / 14 minutes
Castles and calçots
The surroundings of La Selva del Camp are ideal for enjoying nature, hiking, and discovering the landscape of the Camp de Tarragona. The municipality has various trails and paths that allow you to explore the surroundings on foot and discover areas of great natural interest. One of the most well-known routes is the Camí del Rec, a trail that follows the route of the old canal and allows you to discover aqueducts, remains of mills, and various elements related to the history of water in the municipality.
The Selva stream and the paths that lead into the mountains offer different opportunities to enjoy the outdoors. And, within a short distance, the Prades Mountains broaden the options for hiking and discovering new landscapes.
Discover La Selva del Camp from Casa Portal d’Avall, a century-old family house located in the heart of the old town. Its eight independent apartments allow you to enjoy a stay with history and character, in a quiet and well-connected environment with Tarragona, Reus, the Costa Dorada and other attractions of the Camp de Tarragona. A different way to discover the town and make your accommodation part of the experience.
Choose your apartment and prepare your getaway to the Selva del Camp. Discover the Camp de Tarragona and the Costa Dorada from Casa Portal d’Avall, a house with history where you can enjoy an authentic stay.
Discover our apartments Book your apartmentCasa Portal d’Avall also offers the possibility of booking the whole house exclusively, an ideal option for families, groups of friends, work teams, companies and other groups that are looking for a private space to share a stay.
Having all the apartments allows you to enjoy the house and its spaces with total privacy, Maintaining the independence of each apartment while creating a common environment for living, gathering and enjoying the experience. A proposal especially suitable for family celebrations, group getaways, business stays, work meetings or team cohesion activities, In an environment with history and the tranquility of the Selva del Camp.
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