Can Mario Modernist Water Tower
Completed in 1905, the Modernist Water Tank is located in the old cork factory of Can Mario. It is a true symbol of Palafrugell and its skyline, and a prominent feature of Catalonia's industrial heritage, due to its structure and artistic value.
An exhibition and multimedia presentation explain how this building boasts a unique modernist style that goes beyond its functionality. Water towers helped guarantee water pressure at a time when there was no running water.
This is also an exceptional work that has been categorized as a Cultural Asset of National Interest due to its decoration principally based on the spectacular metalwork along the railing that spirals upward around the central body up to the crown at the top. The elegant layout of the iron braces is also important as it makes the building slender, and it is an uncommon aspect in these types of buildings.
From the top of the 30-metre tower we can enjoy magnificent panoramic visits of Palafrugell and the Empordanet.
During the visit
SCHEDULED VISITS
You can schedule guided visits to the tower (minimum 25 people) and the cork agglomerate ovens of the Bòbila Vella (1913 and 1915). The visits must be reserved ahead of time by phone (+ 34 972 30 78 25) or email (info@museudelsuro.cat).
Reduced admission price with the Cultural Pass: 1 €
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OPENING HOURS
From June 18th to September 11th:
From Tuesday to Saturday: 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and 5.30 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Sundays, from 11 a.m. to 1.30 p.m.
On April 15th, 16th, 17th and 23rd, from 11 a.m. and 1.30 p.m.
Closed on Mondays, on December 25th and 26th, January 1st and 6th and Easter
Last entry 15 minutes before closing.
Rest of the year, to be determined with prior reservation
ADDRESS
Placeta del Museu del Suro, s/n. 17200 Palafrugell
