This document details the expenses arising from the visit by Archduke Charles of Austria to Granollers in 1710, during the War of the Spanish Succession. The accounts reflect the town’s economic effort to welcome a pretender to the throne and his entourage.

Charles of Austria’s visit took place in the context of Catalan support for the Austrian cause against Philip V. This record bears witness to Granollers’s political alignment and its active involvement in a key conflict for the future of Catalonia.

The document comes from the municipal government of Granollers, which managed economic and administrative matters such as this royal visit. These records are essential for understanding local governance and towns’ ability to interact with the highest authorities.

The recorded expenses include accommodation, food and other needs for the Archduke’s entourage. These notes offer a detailed view of the logistical organization and protocol followed by Catalan towns for official events such as this.

This administrative document is a valuable source for studying the local impact of the War of the Spanish Succession, showing how the political decisions of the monarchy impacted the economy and administration of Catalan towns in the 18th century.