El Call of Barcelona, the old Jewish quarter

Right in the heart of the Gothic Quarter lies this fascinating spot inhabited by Barcelona's Jewish community from the 13th century to the end of the 14th century.

1. Plaza Sant Felip Neri. What was once the parish cementery is now one of the most charming squares of Barcelona's gothic quarter. Baroque-style church.


2. Casa del Alquimista. A "haunted" building purchased by Barcelona City Council, about which there is a curious tale of love that came to a fatal end. Arc de St. Ramon del Call, 8.


3. Lápida hebrea. A small stone plaque from almost seven hundred years ago, with a Hebrew inscription paying homage to a Rabbi. Marlet, 1.


4. Sinagoga Mayor. Old synagogue rediscovered by accident only a few years ago in the basement of a building, sitting on Roman walls from the first century. Marlet, 5.


5. Metzuzac. Orifice in the doorjamb that was used to keep safe the scrolls of the Torah. Fruita, 4.


6. y 7. Places with history. S'Oliver (Banys Nous, 10): furniture store and old Jewish baths for men. Caelum (Palla, 8): teashop and old Jewish baths for women.