L'Hort de la Sínia

An agroecological farm and learning space

L'Hort de la Sínia is an agroecological farm and environmental education center in the Hortes de Tamarit area of Tarragona. With more than 30 years of activity, it combines organic farming with recreational and educational spaces open to a broad audience. The project is led by Joan Vives Garcia.

Workshops and activities

The organization offers workshops on organic gardening, aromatic and medicinal plants, home remedies, and healthy habits. It also leads nature visits in the Tamarit and Altafulla area and offers ecotourism activities such as forest bathing. Its well-being spaces include Espai de Benestar and Projecte Sukha, which focuses on well-being and connection with nature.

Farm and nature features

The agroecological park has several areas to explore with family or in a group:

• Educational gardens and Altafulla's community garden
• Garden of the Senses and sensory trail
• Biological treatment pond
• Solar energy systems
• A farm with native animal breeds
• Center for Turtle Education, with a zoological facility for protected native species
• Compost bins, a waterwheel, and a windmill
• Fruit trees with local varieties and an educational apiary

Groups and visitors

Programs are designed especially for schools, youth recreation groups, organizations, senior centers, businesses, training groups, people with disabilities, and hiking groups. Activities are also offered for older adults and special education groups.

Partnerships and recognition

L'Hort de la Sínia has a partnership with Veritas supermarkets and takes part in Tarragona's Viles Florides project. In 2024, local outlet TAC12 featured it in a video report.

Reservations and contact

Advance reservations are required for activities. The listed hours are Thursday through Sunday. Contact Joan Vives Garcia at 655 48 61 15 or joan@hortdelasinia.com. The organization is also on Facebook and Instagram.