Vallgorguina

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Nestled in the heart of the Catalonia region in Spain, Vallgorguina is a charming and picturesque town that offers visitors a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of city life. Surrounded by lush greenery and rolling hills, this idyllic destination is perfect for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.

One of the main attractions of Vallgorguina is the Montnegre-Corredor Natural Park, which boasts stunning hiking trails and breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape. Visitors can embark on a leisurely stroll through the park's dense forests, or challenge themselves with a more strenuous hike to one of the park's peaks. The park is also home to a diverse array of flora and fauna, making it a paradise for wildlife enthusiasts and nature photographers.

In addition to its natural beauty, Vallgorguina is also rich in history and culture. The town is home to several well-preserved historic buildings, including the 11th-century Church of Sant Cristòfol de Vallgorguina, which is a prime example of Romanesque architecture. Visitors can also explore the town's narrow cobblestone streets, lined with traditional Catalan houses and charming cafes.

For those interested in local cuisine, Vallgorguina offers a variety of dining options that showcase the region's culinary specialties. Visitors can sample traditional Catalan dishes such as paella, fideuà, and botifarra, accompanied by a glass of local wine or cava.

Alternative names: Population: 2.9 thous.Area: 8.53 mi²Coordinates: 41°38'52"N, 2°30'36"E

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Nearby attractions include: Lluís Domènech i Montaner House-Museum, Santuari del Corredor, Castell de Santa Florentina, Palau Foundation.

5.5 miSE
Specialty museum, History museum, Museum
Lluís Domènech i Montaner House-Museum, Canet de Mar
141 min walk • The Lluís Domènech i Montaner House-Museum, in Canet de Mar, in the region of El Maresme, is a space dedicated to the study of the life and works of architect Lluís Domènech i Montaner.
2.2 miSW
Church, Gothic architecture
Santuari del Corredor, Dosrius
57 min walk • The Santuari del Corredor is a 16th-century hermitage within the municipality of Dosrius, Spain. The building is dedicated to the Blessed Virgin, but takes its name from the Corredor hills in the Natural Park of El Montnegre i el Corredor.
4.7 miSE
Architecture, Forts and castles
Castell de Santa Florentina, Canet de Mar
121 min walk • The Castle of Santa Florentina is an 11th-century medieval castle in Canet de Mar, Catalonia, Spain. It was built on the foundations of an Ancient Roman villa by Guadimir de Canet. In the 16th century, it passed into the hands of Dimas Muntaner.
5.4 miS
Museum, Specialty museum, Art museum
Palau Foundation
137 min walk • The Palau Foundation is an art exhibition centre in the centre of Caldes d'Estrac, in the region of El Maresme. It was opened in May 2003, to exhibit and disseminate the art collection that had been compiled by Josep Palau i Fabre, as well as its archives and library.
4.8 miS
Natural history museum, Fashion museum, Museum
Arenys de Mar Museum, Arenys de Mar
124 min walk • Arenys de Mar Museum is a museum in Arenys de Mar, Spain. It is made up of two different sections: the Marès Lace Museum and the Mollfulleda Mineralogy Museum, and it also conserves and exhibits the collection from the old Arenys de Mar Fidel Fita Municipal Museum.
3.5 miE
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Turó Gros
91 min walk • Turó Gros is a mountain of Catalonia, Spain. It has an elevation of 766 metres above sea level.
6.5 miSW
Forts and castles
Dosrius Castle, Dosrius
166 min walk • The Dosrius Castle is a castle situated atop a hill, some 246 m above sea level, to the north of Dosrius, in Maresme. Now only ruins, it was first documented in 1114, and is a contemporary of other castles in the area, notably Burriac Castle.
5.4 miS
Museum, History museum, Art museum
Sant Andreu de Llavaneres Archive Museum
137 min walk • The Sant Andreu de Llavaneres Archive Museum, in Sant Andreu de Llavaneres, is located in Can Caralt, an 18th-century farmhouse converted into a manor house in the second half of the 19th century. Can Caralt also houses the municipal archives.
5 miW
Bridge
High Speed Railway Bridge over AP7, Llinars del Vallès
129 min walk • The Llinars Bridge this bridge is the first steel structure in the high-speed railway joining Barcelona and the French Border.
5.2 miS
41°34'41"N • 2°32'46"E
Cementiri de Sinera, Arenys de Mar
132 min walk • View point, Cemetery
5.5 miW
Forts and castles
Castell del Far
141 min walk • The castle of El Far, also known as the Old Castle of Llinars, was a castle that was built in the vicinity of the Iberian settlement of El Far. Although it is not documented until the 10th century, it has been possible to identify constructions...