Martorell combines Roman and medieval architecture with collections, contemporary art and routes into the countryside. Highlights range from historic buildings that can be visited freely to museums with different access conditions and a longer stage of the Camino de Santiago.

Pont del Diable and architectural history

Pont del Diable was built in Roman times, around 10 BC. Construction of the Gothic bridge began in 1283 over the remains of the Roman bridge. On the right bank of the Llobregat, in La Vila de Martorell, you’ll find Pont del Diable and the remains of the Ermita and Fossar de Sant Bartomeu: on Carrer de Sant Bartomeu, opposite Passeig Quarter. These features can be visited freely; a guided tour of Pont del Diable is also available by prior reservation. The two construction phases make this site especially interesting if you’d like to explore Roman and medieval history in a single structure.

Museums: collections and access conditions

L’Enrajolada, Casa Museu Santacana, was founded in 1876. Its important ceramic collection includes tiles dating from the 14th century to the first third of the 20th century. The museum can only be visited as part of a guided tour and by prior reservation. Muxart, Espai d’Art i Creació Contemporanis, features the permanent exhibition “Muxart. Color i Composició,” showcasing works by Jaume Muxart, a painter from Martorell. Admission is free during the centre’s usual opening hours, with no special booking required; alternatively, you can book a guided tour in advance.

Another collection is devoted to railway history: the Via Métrica FGC Museum displays historic railway vehicles. It is located near the Martorell-Central stations of Ferrocarrils de la Generalitat de Catalunya and ADIF. Visits are free by prior reservation. As reservation details may change, check the latest information before your visit.

City history on cultural routes

The sgraffito route leads to the city’s oldest surviving sgraffito. Dating from 1821, it is at 35 Plaça de la Vila. The cultural route conveys Martorell’s artistic identity and architectural heritage. The archaeological site of Santa Margarida offers a different historical focus: it includes a Romanesque church from the late 12th century, built over the remains of an early Christian church dating from the 5th century.

Routes through the city and countryside

The Camino de Santiago route through Martorell begins at Pont del Diable and follows a 22.9 km urban and nature-filled route through Martorell, Abrera, Esparreguera and Collbató to Montserrat. Tiles bearing the Camino’s scallop shell symbol mark the route. Parc Forestal de Can Cases also has an approximately 2.5 km orienteering course along well-marked paths and trails. At 22.9 km, the Camino de Santiago route is significantly longer than the approximately 2.5 km orienteering course in Parc Forestal de Can Cases.

Views and woodland

Mirador de la Torre Griminella offers views over Martorell and the northern part of the comarca as far as Montserrat. Parc Forestal de Can Cases is designated by the Generalitat as a forest of public utility with social and recreational value. Alongside the city’s cultural attractions, a viewpoint and a designated woodland area offer distinct highlights for your stay.

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