Sant Salvador de Guardiola

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Province: Barcelona | Shire: Bages | Inhabitants: 3.478 | Extension: 37,2 Km2 | Altitude: 334 m

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.

What to do

Món Sant Benet

Sant Fruitós de Bages (a 12.9 Km)

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La Clau Room Escape: Until Dawn i Game On

Manresa (a 6.6 Km)

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Pessebre Vivent de Les Torres de Fals

Fonollosa (a 8.9 Km)

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Cremallera i funiculars de Montserrat

Monistrol de Montserrat (a 9.6 Km)

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Where to eat

Restaurant Marisquer Can Ladis

Sant Fruitós de Bages (a 11.8 Km)

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Cal Pau Xic

Subirats (a 28.9 Km)

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Hostal de Pinós

Pinós (a 24.8 Km)

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Where to sleep

Can Puig

Sant Salvador de Guardiola

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Masia Mas Set-Rengs

Sant Salvador de Guardiola

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Alberg Viladoms de Baix, Fundesplai

Castellbell i el Vilar (a 12.3 Km)

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Events

Plaza Saturdays in Santpedor

05/04/2025 ...

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Supermes, the most family-friendly April in Baix Llobregat!

04/04/2025 - 06/04/2025 ...

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Experiences

Poble Vell de Súria pack and La Pirata craft beers

Súria (a 17.2 Km)

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18 €

Medieval Treasure Hunt: Adventure through the Old Town of Súria

Súria (a 17.2 Km)

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6 €

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Source: Dades Obertes de la Generalitat de Catalunya

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