Casa Adret, Medieval Jewish Home

Medieval dining room at Casa Adret with romanesque columns

Casa Adret medieval patio, architecture and archaeological remains

About
Casa Adret

A medieval palace. A Jewish home. A living cultural centre.

Hidden in the winding streets of El Call, Barcelona's medieval Jewish Quarter, Casa Adret is one of the oldest surviving houses in the city and was once part of a larger medieval palace.

In 2017, the cultural platform Mozaika opened a new chapter for the house, turning it into a vibrant centre for Jewish culture and heritage. Today it hosts lectures, exhibitions, concerts, educational programmes, podcasts, artist residencies and community events. It is home to the European Association for the Preservation and Promotion of Jewish Culture and Heritage (AEPJ), Toldot Barcelona, Alhayam Podcast, the Institute of Jewish Studies and LABA Barcelona. Once again, it is a place of Jewish life, learning and dialogue.

Every visit, tour or experience booked with Toldot Barcelona helps support Casa Adret's preservation, programming and community heritage projects, and makes you part of the living story of Jewish Barcelona

[Read the full story of Casa Adret and the Adret family →]

Casa Adret is a unique 12th-century building that brings together architecture, archaeology, community, and Jewish history in one intimate space.

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I visit Casa Adret?

There are a few ways to visit: join one of our Jewish heritage tours , which already includes entry to the house, or book this standalone 30-minute guided visit if you'd like a shorter, focused visit to Casa Adret on its own. You can also check Mozaika's cultural agenda for other events happening at Casa Adret. Visit: https://mozaika.es/agenda/

Is Casa Adret really the home of Rashba?

No. Despite the shared name, the house has no connection to Rabbi Solomon ben Adret (the Rashba). It belonged to Astruc Adret and his wife Bonafilla, until the violence of 1391 forced them to convert and sell it. On our tours we share the documented history of the house rather than the popular myth. Read the full story of Casa Adret →

Is the visit suitable for people with mobility issues?

Yes. Casa Adret has a wheelchair ramp and a lift to the first four levels of the house. The rooftop is not wheelchair accessible. Our tours can also be adapted for guests with limited mobility; just let us know when you book.

Can Casa Adret be booked for private events, like a Bar Mitzvah or Shabbat dinner?

Yes! Casa Adret hosts private ceremonies, Shabbat dinners, seminars, workshops and Sephardic concerts. Contact us to discuss your event, or learn more about Bar and Bat Mitzvahs at Casa Adret.