1. Romanesque gems close to Barcelona

📍 Vallès Occidental and Berguedà regions

La Seu d’Ègara, with over 1,500 years of history, and the Monastery of Sant Cugat, one of the most powerful in medieval Catalonia, will leave you flabbergasted. If you would like to see Romanesque architecture surrounded by nature, check out Sant Vicenç d’Obiols and Sant Quirze de Pedret, two soulful churches in the Berguedà region.

2. Gaudí outside Barcelona? You bet! 

📍 Baix Llobregat and Berguedà regions

 

Colònia Güell, a unique industrial settlement with a striking crypt designed by Gaudí, will take you back in time. If you go up to La Pobla de Lillet, you will find the Artigas Gardens, a work of art full of shapes and colours in the midst of nature.

3. Cardona – castle and salt

📍 Bages region

Cardona Castle, its medieval centre and the impressive salt mines form a unique heritage site. A visit that encompasses legends, landscapes and history, and never disappoints.

4. Baths steeped in history

📍 Vallès Oriental and Maresme regions

Do you fancy a relaxing break? Discover Art Nouveau spas such as those in Caldes de Montbui or La Garriga, where their thermal waters flow as they have done for centuries. If you prefer the sea and some breeze, try the wellness centres in coastal towns such as Caldes d'Estrac.

5. Montserrat – a thousand-year-old monastery and hiking trails

📍  Bages, Anoia and Baix Llobregat regions

Montserrat is not just a mountain, but an actual symbol of Catalonia. The iconic mountain, the monastery, the Moreneta (Black Madonna) and the surrounding hiking trails are a must for any nature and culture lover.

6. Vic and Collsacabra – an inspiring landscape

📍 Osona region

The city of Vic boasts a historical main square and charming shops. Just a few kilometres away, Collsacabra offers you villages such as Rupit and Tavertet, which are perched between cliffs and forests.

7. Montseny Nature Park – just pure nature

📍 Vallès Oriental and Osona regions

The Montseny Nature Park and Biosphere Reserve is perfect for a walk among beech trees, oak groves and streams. Be mindful though, enjoy it with respect and let yourself be captivated by its biodiversity.

8. Sitges – the Mediterranean soul

📍 Garraf region

Beaches, Modernisme and great food. Sitges has it all: sea, culture, charming streets and a lively cultural calendar all year round. Perfect for a comprehensive getaway.

9. The beaches in the Maresme region

📍 Maresme region

From hidden coves to long, fully-equipped beaches, the Maresme coast is a paradise for sea lovers. Take the opportunity to get away with your family, friends or partner.

10. Penedès – wines, viewpoints and plenty of life

📍 Alt Penedès region

A glass of wine among the vineyards. It is that simple and perfect. Explore the Penedès region, visit wineries, enjoy wine tastings and admire the scenery from the viewpoints along the Miravinya route, which are especially beautiful at sunset.