Barcelona, City of the Literature

Would you like to read Barcelona? You are in a city that is a major publishing hub, with a population of avid readers and which is the setting for books and novels whose authors tell you about the city from a variety of viewpoints. A UNESCO City of Literature.

We invite you to be the star of a fascinating story. Barcelona's charisma has made it the protagonist of great novels. Writers from Spain and abroad have brought the city to life through the eyes of their main characters. A different way of discovering Barcelona!

Find out all about Barcelona's relationship with literature through the collection of articles on our blog.

Barcelona hosts a great many cultural events and festivals throughout the year, showcasing music, dance, theatre and, of course, literature. Here's Barcelona's yearly calendar of literary events to keep you up to date with what's happening.

Sant Jordi is possibly the most eagerly awaited day in Barcelona. The city has a special atmosphere. Saint Jordi, or Saint George, is the patron saint of Catalonia, and the streets and squares of Barcelona are crammed with stalls selling books and roses, authors taking part in book signings and people giving each other flowers and books. This festival is hard to explain. You have to experience it for yourself!