Cabrils is a charming, ancient village, just 23km from Barcelona and 10km from Mataró. The village dates back to the early 1300s, with today’s buildings being a mix of antique stone buildings and refurbished estate homes.

The village is surrounded by the hills of Cirers and Montcabrer, as well as abundant pine and oak forests, which make it perfect for all sorts of outdoor activities. This, combined with the close proximity of the beach and marinas, means there is something for everyone. The Montcabrer residential area is one of the most prestigious in the region whose properties include family villas, lifestyle properties and retirement homes.

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Caldes d’Estrac (also known as Caldetes) offers a truly unique paradise. The pristine beaches offer the best of the coastal lifestyle. The charming village has a mix of stunning Modernista and Gothic architecture and a series of year-round agricultural and horticultural events have led to a flourishing restaurant scene.

In the late 20th Century up until the 1920s it became popular with the Barcelona bourgeoisie thanks to its thermal baths. The area equally accommodates recreation lovers looking for outdoor adventure as well as those keener on more cultural pursuits, with a literary trail that celebrates Caldes d’Estrac’s history of Spanish poets and writers.

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Stand up paddle boarding, also known as SUP, is a great activity to enjoy along the Maresme Coast! Plus, the benefits are endless...it allows you to unplug from the world, helps increase balance, reduces your stress levels, exercises your whole body, can boost your cardiovascular health, and can be used as a form of meditation!

Here's a list of places along the Maresme Coast to take classes or hire paddle boards:
🌊Maresme Waves in Masnou
🌊SUP Addict in Arenys de Mar
🌊SUP Yoga in Montgat
🌊Cercle Aventura in Premia

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Alella is one of the prettiest villages on the Maresme Coast! Mountains rise up behind the town, creating a countryside oasis within easy distance of the both beaches and Barcelona.

The town is known for its wines and cavas, and it's also a commuter town for Barcelona and Girona. There is a large international community in Alella thanks to the easy commute and many children attend the nearby trilingual international school Hamelin in Montgat or the reputable private school Santa María del Pino. Additionally, Alella properties include large country estates and small farming properties, villas in newer urbanisations and townhouses.

Lastly, the Annual Wine Festival is coming up in Alella! Check out our recent post for additional information regarding this lovely event.

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¡48a FESTA DE LA VEREMA D'ALELLA!

The Annual Wine Festival in Maresme involving tastings, food trucks, markets and for the first time ‘Vinema’, a unique experience that bringing you closer to the world of wine, gastronomy and cinema, with a focus on local and sustainable products. There will be various wineries showcasing their products, including the well known Alta Alella wines.

It's always great way to say goodbye to the summer with a ‘copa’ or two of vino!

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The charming village of Teià is surrounded by some of the best boutique vineyards of Maresme. More recent urbanisations have led to the construction of some excellent modern properties with great views, large open spaces both inside and out, and high levels of security and privacy.

This peaceful little village is located in the hills behind the coastal town of El Masnou, and is also just 20 minutes by car from the city of Barcelona.

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El Masnou (translated literally as ‘the new farmhouse’) is around 15 minutes’ drive north of Barcelona. A Roman village called Cal Ros de les Cabres was one of the first settlements located on the site of the current town and the town’s museum has collections of archaeology and beautiful ceramics from this era.

With a population of around 24,000, the town is a thriving hub and is a popular commuter town for Barcelona city, as it is well connected to the C32 motorway and the train station takes you to the heart of Barcelona (Plaza Catalunya) in just 20 minutes.

Buildings in the town centre have a wide range of eclectic styles including some stunning Neoclassical and Modernista properties and increasing numbers of new homes are popping up. 

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Malgrat de Mar ‘Central’ Beach is wonderful for many reasons...

🏝 It's a beautiful beach that makes for a perfect day trip out with kids, family, or friends!

🏝 It has been awarded blue flag status every year since 1997 for cleanliness and safety and offers umbrella and sun lounger rentals.

🏝 A bonus about this gem of a beach is that if you need to entertain the kids, Marineland, one of Spain’s leading animal and marine parks, is only a short drive away!

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Sant Pol de Mar is a popular coastal town, yet not over crowded in the summer. The pretty, sandy beaches, dotted with little fishing boats are ideal for a summer holiday by the sea and the green hills, peppered with white houses make an attractive backdrop.

Events and festivities are at their peak in the summer months with a jazz festival in June, fireworks for the St James’ celebrations in July, and the popular Havana festival in August!

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