Súria

Súria, a heritage and cultural jewel in the Bages region

Located just 15 kilometres from Manresa, Súria offers visitors a rich experience in an environment that combines history, heritage and nature. Its old town, the Poble Vell, maintains the medieval charm of cobbled streets, stone houses and the ancient portals that tell the story of a town linked to the origins of the region.

Historical and industrial heritage

Súria has experienced different historical stages that have led it to become what we know today: from the importance of the vineyard in past centuries to the appearance of the textile industry, as well as the great mining expansion of the early twentieth century, with the extraction of potash from its rich deposits. Today, mining activity is still alive and is one of the historical references of the area. Thanks to its Interpretation Centre of the Mining Museum, visitors can delve into the history of a Súria that was still mining, full of adventures and challenges that positioned this place as the 3rd potash deposit in the world at the time of its discovery.

A town to discover

Among the places of interest, the Old Town of Súria stands out, with the Medieval Castle from the 10th century, the Church of Roser and the restored Portal de Cardona, which still maintains its doors. It also offers a tour of the Samuntà Heritage Park, the huts and dry stone cabins that hide among the landscape, and natural spaces such as the Cardener River, which allow you to enjoy activities in the heart of nature. The Guixeres Heritage Area and the hermitages of Sant Salvador and Santa Maria de Cererols complete a rich and diverse heritage.

Festivals and living traditions

Súria's cultural life includes events that attract visitors from all over. The Medieval Trade Fair, held annually on the 2nd weekend of November, offers the opportunity to relive the atmosphere of ancient trades through craft workshops. and activities for all ages, turning the streets into an authentic medieval market. In summer, the Fiesta Mayor fills the streets with life, while the traditional Caramelles festival brings together hundreds of candy makers at Easter in a celebration that has been going on for more than 10 years. 400 years old, consolidating Súria as the most important point in the caramellaire world, offering the largest Caramelles in Catalonia, with nearly a thousand caramellaires of all ages.

Thematic experiences and new activities

With a renewed focus, Súria offers guided experiences that allow you to discover its history and heritage in a fun and participatory way. Visitors can enjoy a visit to the Mining Museum Interpretation Centre, family activities and guided tours of Poble Vell that highlight the medieval charms of the town. Temporary activities are also proposed, such as the family adventure "Tió hunters", where children and adults explore the old town looking for pieces to create their own Tió, which they can take home.

Places of interest

• Old Town of Súria
• Heritage Area of the Guixeres
• Towers of Suria
• Samuntà Heritage Park
• San Salvador
• Saint Mary of Cererols
• Villa House
• Monument to Mining
• Mining Cable Tower
• Cardener River
• Dry Stone Huts and Cabins

Experience Súria, discover its medieval charm, its mining history and the warmth of a lively and welcoming town.