Gratallops facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
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Location in Catalonia
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| Country |  Spain |
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| Community |  Catalonia |
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| Province | Tarragona | |
| Comarca | Priorat | |
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| • Total | 13.5 km2 (5.2 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 301 m (988 ft) | |
| Population
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| • Total | 226 | |
| • Density | 16.74/km2 (43.36/sq mi) | |
| Demonym(s) | Gratallopenc | |
| Postal code |
43737
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Gratallops is a small and charming village located in the Priorat region of Catalonia, Spain. It is known for its beautiful landscapes and, most importantly, for its amazing wines. Even though it is a small place, Gratallops has played a big part in making the Priorat region famous again for producing high-quality wines.
Discovering Gratallops
Where is Gratallops?
Gratallops is a municipality, which is like a small town or district, in the Priorat area. The Priorat is a comarca (a type of region) within Catalonia, a part of Spain. It is a place with a rich history and a strong connection to nature.
- Country: Spain
- Community: Catalonia
- Province: Tarragona
- Region (Comarca): Priorat
- Mayor: Xavier Gràcia Juanpere
- Area: About 13.5 square kilometers
- Elevation: 301 meters above sea level
- Population (2018): 226 people
Gratallops: A Special Place for Wine
What makes Gratallops truly special is its connection to high-quality wines. The village has been a key spot for the reemergence (meaning it became famous again) of excellent wines from the Priorat region.
Within Gratallops, there are at least 23 officially recognized cellars. These are places where grapes are grown and wine is made. Some of these cellars are very famous in Spain for their top-notch wines, including:
- Álvaro Palacios
- Clos Mogador
- Clos de l'Obac
- Clos Erasmus
- Mas Martinet
These cellars help make Gratallops a very important place for wine lovers around the world.
See also
In Spanish: Gratallops para niños
