The Night of the Gualba Eggs
- Rural Montseny
- Apr 19
- 1 min read
A unique Easter tradition that has endured over time in this municipality
of Montseny.
Origin and meaning
The tradition dates back to the 19th century and is linked to Holy Week. On Saturday
On Holy evening/night, groups would gather to play cards, especially the game of
canary, ( There is a card game called canary, which is based on luck and, to a large extent, on your ability to deceive the rest (make a catch) , betting eggs as a prize. These eggs came from the candy houses, where the
singers received eggs from farmers' houses; one part was offered to the rector and the other
it was used for the game.
The game and the response
More recently, eggs were purchased from local establishments and gambled on
games that often lasted until dawn. At midnight, the participants
They prepared omelettes with the same eggs that were being played, turning the game into
a gastronomic and social celebration.
Evolution of space
Initially, the games were played in peasant houses, but over time they spread to
move to establishments such as the Bar de l'Establiment, Can Jaumet, the Hotel and
currently at Bar Avalón and Can Florenci.
Living tradition
Despite social changes, Egg Night continues to be celebrated in Gualba, maintaining
live a tradition that combines religion, play and community.
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