Esparreguera, town in Baix Llobregat, Catalonia, Spain

Esparreguera is a municipality in Baix Llobregat west of Barcelona, situated across gentle hills. The town has a quiet village character with residential neighborhoods clustering around a historic center, while green spaces and woodlands surround the built areas.

The municipality grew from a small rural village during the 20th century into its present residential form. Industrial development in the region and proximity to Barcelona shaped its modern history.

The town is accessible from Barcelona by public transport or car and offers a good alternative to busier urban areas. Visitors find basic amenities here and the chance to experience local life without the crowds of major cities.

• Location: Baix Llobregat
• Inception: 985
• Capital city: Esparreguera
• Elevation above the sea: 187 m
• Part of: Mancomunitat d'Abrera, Esparreguera, Martorell, Olesa de Montserrat, Pallejà, Sant Andreu de la Barca i Torrelles de Llobregat, Mancomunitat Intermunicipal per l'abastament d'aigua procedent de la planta d'Abrera als municipis de Collbató, Esparreguera i Els Hostalets de Pierola
• Shares border with: Abrera, Els Hostalets de Pierola, Collbató, Monistrol de Montserrat, Vacarisses, Olesa de Montserrat
• Website: http://esparreguera.cat
• GPS coordinates: 41.53806,1.86917
• Latest update: December 14, 2025 17:20