Looking for an alternative to Tuscany?

Discover a quieter side of Catalonia

Many travellers looking for a peaceful, small-scale stay similar to agriturismo in Tuscany eventually find their way to inland Catalonia.

Here, you’ll find a familiar combination: rolling hills, vineyards, local villages and a relaxed pace of life. The atmosphere feels authentic and unhurried, with space and a strong connection to the landscape.

What stands out is the sense of calm. The region is less discovered than Tuscany and generally away from the crowds, while still offering a rich and complete travel experience.

Is Catalonia similar to Tuscany?

In many ways, yes. The landscape has a similar softness, with hills, valleys and vineyards shaping the scenery. Villages are lively but not busy, and the food and wine culture is closely connected to the land and the seasons.

The main difference lies in the variety within a relatively small area.

Where Tuscany is often centred on landscape and culture, Catalonia allows you to combine multiple experiences more easily. Within short distances, you can move between countryside, city and coast.

From one location, you can explore the calm of the inland, visit Barcelona, spend a day by the sea on the Costa Dorada, or discover wine regions such as Penedès and Priorat.

This makes Catalonia not a copy of Tuscany, but a flexible and often more varied alternative.

Uitvalsbasis voor Barcelona en de Costa Dorada

Peaceful, yet well located

Travellers who are drawn to Tuscany often look for places with character — small-scale, personal and connected to the surroundings.

In Catalonia, you still find many of these places, often with more space, privacy and a slower pace than in well-known Italian regions.

Torre Nova is one example. Set in the green inland, on the edge of a traditional Catalan village, it offers a peaceful setting while remaining well located.

Barcelona and the Mediterranean coast are within easy reach, allowing you to combine different experiences naturally during your stay.

Active, without rush

Like Tuscany, the landscape invites you to spend time outdoors — but without pressure or intensity.

You can walk or cycle through rolling hills, along vineyards and quiet country roads, or explore natural areas such as Montserrat. The focus is not on performance, but on being outside and experiencing the surroundings.

From Torre Nova, you can step straight into nature, at your own pace and without crowds.

Wandelen en fietsen in Catalonië

Who is this a good fit for?

This region suits travellers who value calm, quality and variety.

It appeals to couples travelling outside peak season, families looking for space and freedom, travellers who want to combine nature, culture and food and walkers and cyclists who enjoy variety. 

It is not a destination for packed schedules, but for days that unfold naturally.

When is the best time to visit?

Spring and autumn are often the most appealing seasons. The temperatures are mild, the landscape is green and the overall atmosphere is relaxed.

In summer, the region becomes more lively, but the inland remains noticeably quieter than the coast.t.

Zomer & schoolvakanties in Catalonië 

Voorjaar & najaar in Catalonië

A Tuscany feeling, with more flexibility

Those looking for an alternative to Tuscany are rarely searching for an exact copy.

It is more about the feeling: space, landscape, authenticity and a slower rhythm.

In inland Catalonia, that feeling is very much present — with an added advantage: the ability to combine countryside, city and coast within one stay.

This does not make it a replacement for Tuscany, but for many travellers, it becomes a natural and often surprisingly fitting alternative.

Toscane-gevoel op Torre Nova Resort