Peramola

Peramola is a municipality located in the valley of Segre, at the foot of the Sierra de Sant Honorat and Aubenç, formed by the nuclei of Peramola, Tragó, Cortiuda, Castell-Llebre, and Nuncarga, in addition to numerous farmhouses and hermitages. Its surroundings combine pre-Pyrenean landscape, unique rock formations, and Romanesque heritage.

The old town of Peramola retains its medieval character, with remnants of walls, stone houses, and a circular urban structure. The Romanesque church of Sant Miquel, the tower of the Moors, and the rock paintings of the Rock of the Moors stand out, one of the oldest testimonies of human presence.

In the territory, the hermitages of Sant Honorat and Sant Salvador del Corb stand out, as well as routes linked to water and springs, which are part of the identity of the village. In Tragó, the traditional layout of the nucleus and its squares reflect the historical life linked to the river Segre and the agricultural landscape.

Peramola has a varied festive calendar with cultural, popular, and religious celebrations. Highlights include the Craft and Local Products Market and the Volta Peramola race during Holy Week, the Living Nativity at Christmas, and the Guillem de Belibasta Award, a literary contest for short narratives.

The Main Festivals are celebrated in the villages of Peramola, Tragó, Cortiuda, and Nuncarga, while the Aplec de Castell-Llebre takes place around Sant Marc. The traditional Carnival Feast, one of the most popular celebrations in the municipality, completes the calendar.

The cuisine of Peramola is marked by the traditional cooking of the Pre-Pyrenees, based on local products and recipes of rural origin. Dishes made with game meat, lamb, and pork stand out, as well as artisanal sausages, stews, and spoon dishes.

Products from the garden and the natural environment are also typical, such as mushrooms, vegetables, and legumes, along with bread and cheeses from the area. During popular festivals, rancho and other traditional recipes are an essential part of the gastronomic culture of the municipality.