Discover Cervelló: Nature, History and Cultural Heritage

In Cervelló, Itinerary 1 begins at Plaça 11 de Setembre in the centre of Cervelló and leads through the forests of Can Riera and Can Sala.

The route conveys Cervelló’s agricultural past through wooded slopes, typical terraced landscapes, and the surrounding farmhouses. The route makes this agricultural past visible through the wooded slopes, typical terraced landscapes, and the surrounding farmhouses.

Trails and Nature

Cervelló has several routes for hiking and cycling. They pass through places of natural and landscape value and, in some cases, also provide access to cultural and architectural heritage. As a result, different forms of natural and cultural heritage come together along the trails within the municipality.

A large part of Cervelló’s non-urbanised area is included in the Pla d'Espais d'Interès Natural de Catalunya. The non-urbanised area covers 16 km².

The natural heritage includes garrigue with rosemary, Aleppo pine forests, and hazel stands with ferns. There are also woodland animals such as wild boar, foxes, stone martens, genets, and badgers.

At Coll d'Ordal lies Avenc d'en Roca, a geological cave more than 60 metres deep with an underground chamber.

Culture and History

The Sant Ponç de Corbera monastery is a medieval Romanesque Benedictine priory dating from the 11th century and is currently used for religious and cultural purposes.

The Aplec de Sant Ponç takes place each year around 14 May in the area surrounding the former monastery. It includes various activities.

Castell de Cervelló dates back to the 9th century. It was mentioned in a document in 904. In the 18th century, it was destroyed on the orders of Philip V.

The castle stands on a strategic rocky spur with extensive views over the Llobregat Valley, on the old road to Ordal.

The Castell de Cervelló monumental complex includes the castle, a church, residential structures, caves, and hermitages. The complex is protected as a BCIN.

The parish church of Sant Esteve de Cervelló is a Modernist building. It was constructed between 1896 and 1908. Its façade elements are inspired by the Gothic style.

The Romanesque church of Santa Maria de Cervelló, also known as del Socors, has been documented since the 10th century. It is located near traces of medieval settlements and a necropolis with anthropomorphic tombs.

The Caves Rondel are an industrial cultural heritage complex dating from the 20th century. The complex was founded in 1949 and is arranged around a large central courtyard.

The Fira de Cervelló takes place around May and is a fair for trade, businesses, and associations. Along Carrer Major and the adjoining streets, it brings together around 100 exhibitors. They come from Cervelló, neighbouring towns, and also from outside Catalonia.

Other Places

Other places: Cabrera De Mar, Centelles, Muntanyola, Fogars de la Selva, Sant Sadurní D'anoia, Calaf, Castellar Del Riu, Granera

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