Barcelona: Spanish Civil War & Franco's Dictatorship
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Walk through the streets and neighborhoods where Anarchists, Fascists, and The Republic fought for their ideals. Come to understand the motivations, the politics, and outcome of this defining war of the 20th century that would change Spain forever.
On this free walking tour about the Spanish Civil War in Barcelona tour you will come to understand this incredibly important conflict that leads to a 36-year dictatorship.
We will show you the few scars of this horribly destructive civil war in Barcelona and explain the events and motivations of the many different groups and the politics involved.
Who was fighting in the Spanish Civil War? How and when did the Spanish Civil War start and end? What was the role of communist anarchists in Barcelona?
By the end of this free tour, you will know why beautiful Barcelona used to be known as the most explosive and revolutionary city in Europe.
What was life under Franco's dictatorship in Spain like? How did Franco's dictatorship end? How does Spain deal with the history of the war and dictatorship today?
The complicated history of the Spanish Civil War in Barcelona is made accessible through clear storytelling and with the help of historic images from the period.
*In compliance with the local guidelines for guided tours, we use wireless audio guide systems in our tours. This has a cost of 1€ per person.
Meeting point
In front of the Foot Locker on Plaça de Catalunya
Accessibility information availablePet friendly
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