City life is usually stressful and chaotic and day to day life makes you forget the possibility of enjoying the gastronomy, history and nature on the other side of the mountain. It is a good time to visit with the family the great Catalan treasure: the city of Sant Cugat del Vallès.
Near Barcelona you will be able to breathe fresh and pure air, where the crowds and urban noise do not exist. You will feel as if time stands still and you can live in tranquility and harmony. This is the main feature of this city that you can rediscover or get to know.
In Sant Cugat you will be able to enjoy an unforgettable weekend in the company of your friends, walking along its paths and its most emblematic places. Buildings that reflect history, art and tradition, a vintage antique market to shop or enjoy an exquisite meal, among other plans.
What to visit in Sant Cugat together with your family
The Royal Monastery of Sant Cugat
One of the most recognized places is its monastery. The Royal Monastery of Sant Cugat is the most medieval building in Catalonia. This incredible convent, built in stone in the 9th century, shows the transition from the Romanesque to the Gothic style. Inside is a Romanesque cloister with 144 unique capitals, one of the most renowned in Europe. The monastery is the most emblematic place in the city, it is even the most recognized postcard.
The Natural Park of Collserola
This beautiful natural park of more than 8,000 hectares of nature is the green lung of Barcelona. This natural space is much more than a park to walk or bike through. There are hidden treasures, wonders to be discovered in the middle of a splendid natural space. You can see the Torre Negra, a 12th century military building, or the Pi d’en Xandri, a majestic pine tree 23 meters high. Fresh air and nature in Sant Cugat.
The antiques market
The Mercantic is a whole market of more than 15,000 square meters filled with antique items everywhere you look. From curiosities, objects, books, films, clothes, furniture, to books, unique and colorful objects, you can find in this unique place. Don’t miss a visit to the El Siglo bookstore, which has a collection of more than 150,000 books, documents and magazines and also hosts film series, concerts and poetry recitals.
The gastronomic offer
In this emblematic city, Mediterranean tradition is perfectly integrated with international cuisine and innovation. Renowned for good food, in the city you can visit the Mercat Vell, a remodeled historic market that offers you the chance to taste the best of the best in regional dishes. Getting out of the routine is wonderful.
