Sant Salvador de Guardiola
The municipality has two old towns, Guardiola and Salelles, housing estates and a scattered population. We are located in Bages, at the foot of Montserrat Mountain, near Manresa, Bruc, and Castellfollit del Boix. In the 10th century, there was a defensive structure, the castle, which acted as a guard, hence the name of the town and the municipality.
Salelles was a town burned in the summer of 1713, and its Romanesque church, San Sadurní de Salelles, displays the altarpiece of the Virgin of the Rosary, dated between 1621 and ca. 1634, one of the best preserved in Bages (open to visitors). Another notable church is the pre-Romanesque hermitage of San Pedro del Brunet, dating from the 10th century, restored and well preserved (not open to visitors).
Let yourself be guided and enjoy a visit full of history, heritage, tradition, and culture with the Salelles, medieval Sagrera, and Vila Cremada route (Route 1714).
San Salvador de Guardiola has a long winemaking tradition and is part of the Pla de Bages Designation of Origin. The Salelles cooperative winery was founded in 1926 by industry entrepreneurs, and our region produces Fargas-Fargas and Urpina wines. If you'd like to learn more, we recommend a guided tour of the Dry Stone, Vineyard, and Wine Route.
The natural surroundings of San Salvador de Guardiola hold magnificent treasures, filled with hills, valleys, streams, cliffs, pools, torrents, and springs. Water is the star of the landscape, and you'll often find it on self-guided or guided tours. The guided scenic route offers a glimpse into this natural wealth.
Its natural surroundings nourish you with calm, tranquility, and well-being. If you're looking to disconnect, we recommend the guided tour and Forest Bathing activity.
Places of interest
Church of Sant Salvador
Built in the 17th century, this parish church has a rectangular floor plan with a main nave and side chapels. The simple façade includes a porticoed gallery characteristic of Catalan architecture.
Guardiola Castle
Located on Can Miralda Hill, this medieval castle dates back to the 10th century. Now in ruins, it offers a historical insight into the defensive architecture of the period and panoramic views of the surrounding area.
Chapel of the Virgin of Grace
This 16th-century Gothic chapel is located near Guardiola Castle. It is notable for its gabled porch and inscribed stone frieze.
Sant Pere del Brunet
A 10th-century pre-Romanesque church that preserves the sanctuary, a horseshoe triumphal arch, and a trapezoidal apse. It was expanded in the 11th century with a barrel-vaulted nave.
Obac Mountains
Mountain located between the regions of Bages and Vallès Occidental, it is part of the Sant Llorenç del Munt i l'Obac Natural Park. It offers hiking trails with spectacular views and rich biodiversity.
Natural sources
The municipality has several natural springs, such as Fuente de Arriba, located near the Graell stream. These springs are ideal for excursions and picnics in natural surroundings.
Nearby routes
See all routes »- At the foot of Cavall Bernat de Montserrat (a 4.9 km)
- Camino de Santiago: from Sant Esteve… (a 7.3 km)
- The battles of 1714 (a 7.3 km)
- Trying the 1714 food (a 7.3 km)
- Paths of the Bishop and Abbot Oliba (a 7.3 km)
What to do
Món Sant Benet
Sant Fruitós de Bages (a 12.9 Km)Món Sant Benet is a highly unique cultural, tourist and leisure project.…
La Clau Room Escape: Until Dawn i Game On
Manresa (a 6.6 Km)Find a group of 2 to 6 people and enjoy the puzzles…
Pessebre Vivent de Les Torres de Fals
Fonollosa (a 8.9 Km)The visit to the Bethlehem closes between shepherds, who offer a memory…
Cremallera i funiculars de Montserrat
Monistrol de Montserrat (a 9.6 Km)One of the most iconic and mythical transports in Catalonia is undoubtedly…
Where to eat
Restaurant Marisquer Can Ladis
Sant Fruitós de Bages (a 11.8 Km)The Can Ladis Seafood Restaurant, located in Sant Fruitós de Bages, is…
Cal Pau Xic
Subirats (a 28.9 Km)A restaurant lifetime. Catalan cuisine, home like before. Our goal is to…
Hostal de Pinós
Pinós (a 24.8 Km)It is the oldest restaurant in Catalonia that has never closed its…
Where to sleep
Masia Mas Set-Rengs
Sant Salvador de GuardiolaDiscover Mas Set-Rengs and enjoy a farmhouse located in a privileged natural…
Alberg Viladoms de Baix, Fundesplai
Castellbell i el Vilar (a 12.3 Km)Viladoms de Baix is located in the municipality of Castellbell and Vilar,…