Unveiling the Pirate's Legacy: The Hidden Gem of Can Targa, Masnou, Catalonia,

Welcome to Can Targa, a 16th-century manor located at the heart of Masnou, Catalonia, Spain. Legend whispers that its name, Can Targa, may have roots in a 19th-century pirate captain, who was apprehended by the estate's first owner, mariner Josep Santpere. What was once a distillery morphed into a popular tourist destination, beckoning visitors to explore a hidden spring hidden at its back. In the late 19th century, Can Targa became the property of the Ventura family.

Josep Ventura i Estaper, one of the descendants, established the renowned anis La Liebre distillery, which further catalyzed the spring's allure. However, Josep Ventura i Estaper met a tragic end during the Spanish Civil War. Angelina Ventura i Aymà, the heir and daughter, perished without issuing descendants. She bequeathed the estate to an unnamed relative, and eventually, Can Targa was transferred to an immobility company. The land was divided, and the majestic manor was entrusted to Foundation El Maresme, functioning today as the Occupational Center Can Targa for individuals with intellectual disabilities.

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