The Route of the Four Geniuses


For any lovers of Spanish art, architecture and musicthe Route of the Four Geniuses is a trip you should take. Close to your Costa Dorada vacation rental, this route paints a picture of the unique landscapes, birthplaces and villages which influenced four of the greatest creative talent Spain has ever known – Gaudi, Miro, Picasso and Pau Casals. The route explores four towns close to the city of Tarragona which have all inspired each individual artist at some point in their lives.

The first village El Vendrell is located 35 kilometres north of Tarragona, this was the birthplace of Pau (Pablo) Casals, a renowned Spanish composer and musician. Casals was a cellist, a conductor and composer and is known to be one of the greatest cellists of this age. El Vendrell is home to the Pau Casals Vila Museum which tells the story of his life and many compositions.




Reus is the next city on your trail, itwas the birthplace of Antoni Gaudíwho brought us the magnificent Sagrada Familia Cathedral, Park Güell, Casa Milàand Casa Batlló all of which shaped Barcelona as the iconic, Modernist city it is today. The best place to begin your tour is the Gaudí Centre, then follow the trail throughout the city. Explore Gaudi’s childhood home on Calle Sant Vicenç and the local church of Sant Pere.

The third destination is just 20 kilometres south of Reus. Mont-Roig del Camp was the summer holiday destination of artist Joan Miró. He created many of his works here as the natural beauty of the landscape endlessly inspired him. Explore the area which captivated Miro so much, the mountain with La Roca shrine, La Pixerota beach and take a trip to the Mont-Roig del Camp Miro Centre to discover more.




Finally explore Horta de Sant Joan. Picasso adored this area and it is instantly recognisable from many of his paintings. The Picasso Centre in the town showcases many works which encompass his fascination with the town such as Café de Vives and Hostal del Trompet. Afterwards take a trip to the nature reserve of El Ports which is home to Picasso’s Cave where he was said to have spent the summer of 1898 painting the landscape.


If you do decide to embark on the Route of the Four Geniuses from your Costa Dorada holiday rental, then look into purchasing the Tarjeta Genial from one of the city tourist offices. It provides discounted entry into all of the visitor centres on the route.

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