Ribes de Freser

Ribes de Freser (Catalan pronunciation: [ˈriβəz ðə fɾəˈze]) is a municipality in the comarca of the Ripollès in Girona, Catalonia.

It is situated at the confluence of the Freser, Rigard and Segadell rivers, 14 km (8.7 mi) north of Ripoll.

It is known for its mineral water, paper manufacture and milk products, and is also an important tourist centre.

The town is on the communication route from Barcelona to Puigcerdà (N-152 road and RENFE railway line).

One of the largest celebrations in Ribes de Freser is the Festival of Saint Joseph where children and adults enjoy a ceremony put on by the church and then play with fireworks around a great bonfire set in the middle of the town square.

Church of Santa Maria and Town Hall