Canet de Mar, Coastal municipality in Maresme, Catalonia, Spain
Description
Canet de Mar is a coastal municipality situated between Arenys de Mar and Sant Pol de Mar that extends along the Mediterranean shore with sandy beaches. The settlement sits on a peninsula with granite rock formations along the coast and blends beach areas with natural stone outcrops.
History
The Parish Church of Sant Pere i Sant Pau was built in the Gothic style in 1579 and stands as a central landmark from the settlement's early period. The area later became a retreat for wealthy families in the late 1800s due to its proximity to Barcelona and access to the sea.
Culture
The town preserves the architectural legacy of Lluís Domènech i Montaner, whose summer home now functions as a museum and displays his Modernist style. The buildings here reflect a period when wealthy industrialists built villas to escape the city.
Practical
The municipality is accessible via the N-II coastal road, C-32 highway, and RENFE railway station with direct connections to Barcelona. The location sits within 30 minutes of the city, making it convenient for a day trip or short visit.
Did you know?
The place maintains flower and strawberry growing traditions that remain visible today and reflect the rural heritage of the region. These agricultural areas between the beach and town give the settlement its distinct character.
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Castell de Santa Florentina
1.2 km
Santuari de la Mare de Déu de la Misericòrdia
823 m
Platja de Canet
594 m
Lluís Domènech i Montaner House-Museum
355 m
Casa Roura
424 m
Parc del Santuari de la Misericordia
837 m
Ateneu Canetenc
391 m
Fàbrica Jover, Serra i Cia.
351 m
Fàbrica Carbonell Reverter
458 m
Restaurant del Santuari de la Misericòrdia
873 m
Sant Pere de Canet
395 m
Villa Flora
449 m
Can Gallina
882 m
Can Pujades
632 m
Casa Domènech i Montaner
357 m
Torre de la Timba
418 m
Escola de Teixits de Punt de Canet
238 m
Ajuntament de Canet de Mar
406 m
Casa Carbonell
472 m
Escales del Sant Crist
480 m
Can Carbonell
620 m
Villa Soledad
234 m
House in riera de Sant Domènec, 6
360 m
Carrer de Sant Joan
468 m
House in carrer Josep Móra, 6
372 m
Casa al torrent dels Lledoners, 33
450 m
Can Mir
394 m
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