La Mercè Festival 2026: The trick to finding accommodation in Barcelona without breaking the bank
Every year at the end of September, Barcelona transforms itself to celebrate its patron saint. The Fiestas de la Mercè 2026 are already shaping up to be the unmissable autumn event in Catalonia. From Wednesday, 23 September to Sunday, 27 September 2026, with Thursday, 24 September as the main public holiday, the Catalan capital will pulse to the rhythm of free concerts, giant parades, and the famous human towers. However, taking part in these popular festivities requires some organisation, parti...