The New Church of Santa Eulalia in Gironella, an emblematic building in the historic center constructed in the early 19th century, requires a restoration intervention valued at 700,000 euros. After years without significant actions, severe deterioration has been detected in the sandstone of the facades, which is crumbling and falling onto the public road, as well as damage to the main door and valuable interior decorative elements.

Given this situation, the Gironella City Council and the parish have taken urgent measures, such as installing protective netting on the facades to prevent detachments that could harm pedestrians. Furthermore, the replacement of the main wooden door is planned for the coming months. The Diocese of Solsona has commissioned the drafting of a restoration project to assess the full scope of the necessary intervention.

To contribute to the funding of this costly restoration, the parish has launched a two-year program of activities to raise funds. The first of these initiatives is an exhibition of the floats from the old Good Friday procession in Gironella, which can be visited in the New Church of Santa Eulalia itself throughout Holy Week, from March 29 to April 6.

The exhibition, with an entrance fee of 3 euros, is open daily from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM, and all proceeds will be allocated to the restoration. The Councillor for Heritage, Lluís Vall, highlighted that this initiative is possible thanks to the patronage of various companies that have covered the production costs. This exhibition transforms the church nave into an exhibition hall, where the five historic floats are displayed with contemporary floral arrangements, offering an updated interpretation of the tradition.

Both the parish and the City Council emphasize the shared desire to preserve the building, not only for its religious value but also for its importance as an emblematic space and a fundamental part of the historical and cultural heritage of the town of Gironella.