ADMINISTRATIVE ROUTE

The Viscountcy of Cabrera was a territory with its own system of government, administered by officials serving under the authority of the viscounts, including notaries, judges, procurators general and other authorities responsible for ensuring the governance of the territory. Material remains of this administration and its governing institutions can still be seen in several places throughout the Viscountcy.

Gabella is the name of an ancient tax on staple goods, and the same term was also used for the warehouses where these goods were stored. This building, which dates back to at least the 17th century, is an old manor house with a square floor plan and a hipped roof. It has served various purposes over the centuries. Originally used as a warehouse for staple goods, it became the town inn in the 18th century. In the 19th century, it was purchased by the Pagès family, who converted it into their home. Finally, in 1970, Arbúcies Town Council acquired the building, and since 1985 it has housed the Ethnological Museum of Montseny.