Stone Bench (Es Pedrís Llarg)

Plaça de la Vila | 17255 Begur, Girona
Coordinates: 41.9544050000, 3.2074230000 (map)

The 17th-century church of Sant Pere in Begur is notable for its long stone bench running along the side wall of the structure. "No skin off my back, but they would love it" — the church architect, probably. People-watching with a cup of coffee, a glass of wine or beer is one of Spaniards' favourite pastimes, and the outdoor church bench offers plentiful room to do so.

The Begur bench is called Es Pedrís Llarg, "the long stone" in Catalan, and it is now among the most notable points of interest in town. In a few hours, you will encounter all the locals and town visitors — the church is located dead in the middle of Begur, on the square that connects the streets leading to the town hall, the fortress, the Indianos houses, restaurants and shops.

Thanks to the unknown architect, seniors in Begur (plus, in winter, half of the employment-age folk waiting for the summer season to start) do not need to look for a place to meet, discuss politics, football or local gossip. If you feel the pressure of existential questions weighing down on you, the house of God is right around the corner.