The Revolt of the Viscountcy of Cabrera: March 16 and 17 in Arbúcies
The Viscountcy of Cabrera has risen up against the troops of King Peter the Ceremonious, who have occupied the Arbúcies Valley and seek to conquer Montsoriu Castle. Peasants, artisans, soldiers, nobles… Experience and take part in this journey back in time.
The storyline of this historical reenactment event centers on events that took place nearly 650 years ago in the Arbúcies Valley, set against the backdrop of the Viscountcy of Cabrera’s revolt following the execution of Viscount Bernat II by royal authorities. These events had a profound impact on the entire Arbúcies Valley and culminated in the famous siege of Montsoriu Castle by royal troops—a force of 1,200 men—between 1367 and 1368.
The medieval event is structured around two main areas. The first is the royal camp, where visitors can observe and participate in a range of activities along the route (troop tents, military drills, siege engine construction, the armorer at work, camp cooking, combat demonstrations, etc.). The second is the Cabrera Space at the Montseny Ethnological Museum, which will host various activities, such as a medieval calligraphy workshop (“Scriptorium”) and talks including: The Viscounts of Cabrera: The Power of a Great Dynasty and Ladies of Montsoriu. Politics and Power in the Hands of Women in the Medieval Era and Montsoriu 3D: Research and New Technologies in a Pioneering Project.
