Catalonia is home to hidden treasures that reveal the true beauty and charm of the region. Among the small jewels that stand out, Puigdàlber is considered the smallest village in Catalonia, a picturesque place that is less than an hour from Barcelona and that surprises those who venture to discover it.
Despite its tiny size, Puigdàlber, with only 0.4 square kilometers, is able to offer a unique and charming experience.
This town, with almost a thousand years of documented history since 1108, displays a cultural and natural richness that makes it a fascinating destination for those seeking to escape the hustle and bustle of the city and connect with the authenticity of the environment.
Puigdàlber the smallest village in Catalonia
The main development of Puigdàlber is centered around the church of San Andrés, built in 1942, although the population had already left its mark in 1108.
History can be found in every corner, with the house of Josep Parellada, an industrialist who in 1856 promoted the opening of the Reus railroad in Tarragona, one of the first in Catalonia.
The oldest building that can be found in Puigdàlber is Can Ferran, which dates back to the 15th century. This building houses two large windows crowned with a semicircular arch and impressive columns, adding a historical and architectural touch to the town.
Despite its modest size, Puigdàlber is not lacking in essential services and institutional facilities.
It has an auditorium in the Town Hall, a bookmobile, soccer field, paddle tennis courts, multipurpose room with gymnasium, a socio-cultural space and a yoga center, demonstrating that its size does not limit its vitality and community offerings.
A destination only an hour away from the city of Barcelona
Catalonia is not short on hidden treasures and in addition to Puigdàlber, offers the opportunity to explore other charming towns such as Ullastret. With only 250 inhabitants, Ullastret has been declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO and has a rich cultural and historical heritage.
This town, with an Iberian site from the 4th century B.C., attracts archaeology and history lovers with its defensive walls, buildings and complex urban layout.
For those wishing to explore Puigdàlber, the trip from Barcelona takes about 55 minutes on the C-32 and C-15 roads. From Lleida and via the A-2, the journey takes approximately one hour and 20 minutes.
Puigdàlber awaits with its unique charms, inviting visitors to immerse themselves in the authenticity and serenity of this hidden treasure.
And if you want to travel to Ullestret, the distance by road between Barcelona and this town is about 133.5 km. It takes about one hour and 55 minutes to travel from the Catalan capital to Ullestret, including transfers.
