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Polifem Consort brings Italian Baroque music to FeMAP in La Seu d'Urgell

The ensemble performed 'El naixement d'Orfeu' at the Diocesan Seminary Chapel, featuring a 17th-century program.

12 July 2026Culture

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Driver reported for speeding at 189 km/h on the C-14

Mossos detected the car in Coll de Nargó, exceeding the maximum permitted speed by almost double.

09 July 2026Local

Cape Verdean music concert in Arsèguel with guitarist and accordionist.

Tote Zabelinha brings Cape Verdean music to Arsèguel

The Escola Folk del Pirineu organizes a workshop and concert with Cape Verdean composer Tote Zabelinha in Alt Urgell.

09 July 2026Culture

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Estamariu hosts the Bachcelona Festival artistic residency

International musicians and local choirs prepare the inaugural concert with rehearsals open to the public.

01 July 2026Culture

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Pyrenean Accordionists Gathering Starts New Era in Arsèguel

The 51st edition of the festival, founded by Artur Blasco, begins a new phase under Cati Plana's leadership, featuring concerts in Arsèguel, La Seu d'Urgell, and Castellbò.

26 June 2026Culture

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Alt Urgell Celebrates LGTBIQ+ Diversity Through Culture

The region organizes a series of free events to advocate for rights and promote inclusion throughout June.

23 June 2026Culture

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Palmira Jaquetti: The Forgotten Folklorist Who Saved a Thousand Songs

La Seu d'Urgell marked the beginning of the poet's collection work, now revealed after 80 years.

23 June 2026Culture

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Several injured in three traffic accidents in the Catalan Pyrenees

Two incidents involving motorcyclists in Alt Urgell and Pallars Sobirà, and a road departure in Seròs, caused several injuries yesterday.

21 June 2026Local

Rescue helicopter over a ravine in Alt Urgell.

Motorcyclist Rescued Critically Injured After Falling Down Ravine in Alt Urgell

Firefighters from the Generalitat rescued a man who had fallen about ten meters down a rocky slope near Josa i Tuixent using a helicopter.

20 June 2026Local

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Campaign Against Discrimination in Alt Urgell

The Comarcal Council promotes an initiative to raise awareness and prevent hate and harassment in sports.

20 June 2026Society

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Alàs i Cerc Celebrates Sixth Edition of the Falles Descent

The festival, commemorating Catalonia's oldest tradition, will feature nearly 70 adult and 44 child participants.

19 June 2026Local

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Hiking in Alt Urgell concludes its sixth edition with high participation

The Camina Pirineus festival achieves 90% occupancy across the routes scheduled during the month of June.

18 June 2026Culture

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