Malgrat de Mar, Coastal municipality in Maresme, Spain
Malgrat de Mar is a coastal town in the Maresme region bordered by roughly 4.5 kilometers of sandy beaches framed by the Tordera River delta and upland terrain. The settlement hugs this shoreline, with flat beach zones transitioning toward gently rising landscape on the inland side.
The settlement gained independence from Sant Genis de Palafolls in 1559 and subsequently developed into a maritime trading center. This separation marked the start of its own trajectory connected to seafaring and resource commerce.
The town takes its name from an ancient pilgrimage site, and locals maintain a deep connection to the sea that shapes how the beaches are used and valued. Community celebrations bring music and regional food into the streets, keeping Catalan traditions visible in daily life.
Swimming and beach relaxation are best during warmer months when conditions are calm along the shoreline. The town center is walkable from the beaches, with local services and amenities within easy reach.
La Pilona, a rocky platform dating back a century, still juts into the sea as a remnant of when iron ore was shipped from this port. The structure reveals how deeply the town's history was tied to maritime trade.
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