The start of the castellera season
With the arrival of the Spring Meteorological, the castellers groups have begun to show their potential with spectacular releases. A total of 34 formations have reached new heights, highlighting the first 7 of the season, made by the Castellers de Vilafranca, and six groups who have achieved the dreaded eight floors. Also noteworthy was the debut of the first castle of 6 by the Castellers de Toulouse, an Occitan group that is consolidating.
Prominent castles and news
The Castellers de Vilafranca lead with an impressive 7de8, while other groups have achieved the same ceilings, including the Capgrossos de Mataró with their 4de8 and 2de7. The Moixiganguers de Igualada, as well as the Colla Vella dels Xiquets de Valls, have also added 8 castles, demonstrating their strength. In addition, the Castellers de Sants have surprised a 4de8, and the Colla Castellera Jove de Barcelona has opened the season with a 4de8 morning.
The gangs in the middle range
In the middle range of 7, the Castellers de Lleida have contributed a notable 7de7, while the Castellers de Sarrià presented a 4de7 with the needle. Three groups have reached a 5de7, including the Colla Joves Xiquets de Valls and the Bordegassos de Vilanova. These constructions demonstrate the continuous effort of groups to improve and innovate.
New incorporations and castles of lower height
Among the groups that have stood out with castles of 7, we have seen significant new features such as the pillar of 5 of the Castellers de Caldes and the 4de7 of the Castellers de Cornellà. In addition, four groups have won their first castles of 7: Castellers de Esplugues, the Colla Castellera de l’Alt Maresme, the boys of the Tower and the Castellers de Mollet, reflecting a season of new opportunities.
A promising initiator in the high gamma of 6
The Castellers de Altafulla have begun their route with a pillar of 5, while the Castellers de Viladecans have followed the same path. The Castellers de Sant Feliu have achieved a 2de6, a success they sought during the previous season. In addition, the castellera group of Sant Vicenç dels Horts has also started the course with its pillar of 5.
News to Vista
Among the significant novelties, the Castellers del Foix de Cubelles have presented a 4de6 with the needle and the Xiquets de Vila-seca have stood out with a 3de6a. The castellera gang La Bisbal del Penedès and the Minyons of Sant Cristina d’Aro have begun with their minimum constructions, marking a start of the season full of hope.
A New Chapter for the Group of Toulouse
A highlight was the premiere of the first castle of 6 of the new Colla dels Castellers de Toulouse, which has joined the barometer with a 4de6. Also, the Castellers del Prat de Llobregat and the Laietans de Gramenet have opened their account with a castle of 6, contributing a new dimension to the casteller panorama.
A growing barometer
Currently, the list of groups of the BC2025 reaches the 70 formations, with 24 groups that are still pending inauguration of their castles. The Estrella Barometer, which compiles the best constructions of each gang, is a reflection of the current moment of the season. Those interested can follow the advances on the Barometrecasteller.blogspot.com website.
Reflections on the future
With sixteen castles of 8 and many other promising buildings, the Casteller season is an opportunity for innovation and tradition. The gangs, with their passion and dedication, will continue to surprise the public and raise their cultural heritage.