Premià de Dalt: Culture, Forest Trails and Coastal Views

In Premià de Dalt, the Iberian settlement of Cadira del Bisbe is located in the Parc Natural de la Serralada Litoral; it dates from the period between the 6th and 1st centuries BC.

The excavated ruins cover 4,000 square metres, and the settlement offers views stretching across the coast and mountain range.

The SL-C 112 Ruta de l'Esquirol begins at the Iberian oppidum of Cadira del Bisbe in Premià de Dalt.

Nature and Trails

The extensive forest around Premià de Dalt is criss-crossed by hiking trails offering views of the Mediterranean.

The Itinerari de l'aigua begins at the Museu de Premià de Dalt and passes springs, fountains, washhouses, and mills.

The free Aparcament de la Plana del Mestre car park is located on the SL-C 112 Ruta de l'Esquirol, GR92, and Meridià Verd routes.

As a circular route, the SL-C 112 Ruta de l'Esquirol passes through the Sant Mateu area and introduces visitors to its hermitage, spring, and hilltop.

Una vuelta por Sant Mateu is a circular cycling route in Premià de Dalt that climbs to Sant Mateu hill and passes the Sant Mateu del Bosc hermitage.

Cycling and Activities

La Poma Bikepark features bowls, a trial area, a street area with obstacles, a jump zone, and a foam pit.

The bike park was established in 2005 as a campillo for dirt jumping.

Culture and History

The Museu de Premià de Dalt is housed in Masia Can Figueres, which has been documented since the late 13th century.

The museum aims to preserve, research, and share the municipality's cultural heritage.

The Sagrera medieval i les capelles route explores the medieval architecture and religious heritage of Premià de Dalt.

Passejant per la Cisa is a guided cultural route exploring the legend, history, and traditions surrounding the Mare de Déu de la Cisa sanctuary.

The parish church of Sant Pere de Premià was completely remodelled in 1588 in the Late Gothic style.

The Santuari de la Mare de Déu de la Cisa is an 18th-century religious building in the Baroque style.

The main altar of the Santuari de la Mare de Déu de la Cisa features a Gothic polychrome wooden statue from the first half of the 14th century.

The Masías y casas singulares route takes visitors in Premià de Dalt to as many as 24 historic farmhouses and distinctive houses.

Festivals and Wine

Premià de Dalt celebrates the Aplec de la Cisa every year on 1 May in honour of the Mare de Déu de la Cisa.

The Aplec de Sant Mateu takes place on the Sunday closest to 21 September, when the chapel is opened.

Enotast is a wine tasting in Premià de Dalt featuring wines from DO Alella, paired with seasonal products from the region.

The Pessebre Vivent includes a circular route through the natural surroundings of the Santuari de la Mare de Déu de la Cisa, as well as live scenes featuring performers in historical costumes.

Other Places

Other places include Sant Pau D'ordal, Martorell, Lavit, Els Monjos, Vallromanes, Llerona, Vilobí Del Penedès, and Mongat.

The Sant Mateu hermitage stands at the highest point of the Serra de Sant Mateu ridge and serves as a viewpoint over the inland counties and the coast.

It is of Romanesque origin and has a barrel vault and a semicircular apse.

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