Vilanova de Bellpuig can be discovered in different ways: through Gothic art in a church setting, historic civil architecture, distinctive trees and an agricultural landscape. The Canal d’Urgell is also a recurring point of reference—with a tree on its banks, a designated water resource and a route along the canal. These themes offer different starting points for planning your trip without needing to combine them into a single itinerary.
Church Art and Historic Buildings
The parish church of Sant Pere Apòstol is a place worth visiting in Vilanova de Bellpuig. The Gothic altarpiece Mare de Déu del Lliri, dating from the 15th century, is found inside the church. The Arcada gòtica de l'església de Sant Pere Apòstol is also designated as Gothic religious heritage. These are two distinct elements of church art: the dated altarpiece and the Gothic arcade.
Outside the church setting, historic buildings offer further architectural and historical points of interest. The Antic edifici de l'Ajuntament, the historic town hall building, dates from the 17th century. At Ca l'Apotecari, a window in the right-hand section of the building bears the year 1792; the adjoining section has an earlier construction history. The façade of Cal Palau is considered one of the earliest examples of monumental civil architecture in Pla d'Urgell after the Guerra del Francès. Together, these buildings offer different reasons to look at both individual architectural features and the history of civil architecture.
Trees, the Canal and the Landscape
One particularly distinctive tree is the PlĂ tan de les 7 branques, on the bank of the third irrigation channel of the Canal d'Urgell. It stands in the municipality of Vilanova de Bellpuig and is a century old. Its trunk circumference at the base is 7.5 metres, and it is 35 metres tall. The Alzina dels Fondets offers a different point of reference: this tree on the CamĂ de Les Pletes is approximately 300 years old. The two tree profiles also highlight different details: measurements take centre stage for the PlĂ tan, while the Alzina is notable for its approximate age.
The Secans de Belianes-Preixana protected natural area is designated as a ZEPA, a special protection area for birds, and extends partly into Vilanova de Bellpuig. The area is flat and predominantly agricultural, and its dense road network is accessible by any vehicle. The Tercera Sèquia Principal of the Canal d'Urgell is also designated in Vilanova de Bellpuig as a cultural, natural and water resource. These landscape features complement the individual buildings with a picture of the agricultural surroundings and the importance of water.
Routes and Cycling
A named route runs from El Palau d'Anglesola to Vilanova de Bellpuig, following the Canal d'Urgell. The Gravel centre: Pla d'Urgell route is separate: its final section connects the route with Vilanova de Bellpuig and Golmés. The published route for the XVI CatiGat Bici-Tour Pla d'Urgell also passes through Vilanova de Bellpuig; this information refers to the 2026 edition. The canal route, gravel route and event are therefore three distinct cycling connections, each linking places as described.
Events and Local Produce
The Fira Cominart takes place on the fourth Sunday in May and features products from the commercial, industrial and craft sectors. The Cursa de la Guineu takes place in June and is organised by Club Atletisme la Guineu. The TriatlĂł is held in August and is organised by Club Ciclista Guineus. These dates offer different seasonal points of reference. If you plan to time your trip around one of these events, check the current programme separately.
Bread and agriculture are also part of the local picture: Vilanova de Bellpuig has traditional wood-fired bread ovens as well as one of the leading producers of organic agricultural products. Together with the products at Fira Cominart, these offer a distinct perspective on commerce, crafts and production alongside the architectural and landscape themes. You can therefore discover Vilanova de Bellpuig according to your interests, through church art, historic architecture, nature, cycling routes or seasonal events.
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