Sant Llorenç del Munt

Sant Llorenç del Munt is a mountain chain in Catalonia spanning multiple municipalities with a summit reaching approximately 1,100 meters. The range features steep slopes, forested sides, and several distinct peaks that form a continuous ridge across the landscape.

The mountain chain contains medieval archaeological remains including the ruins of Castle La Pera and the Romanesque Church of Sant Feliu de Vallcarca. These structures demonstrate early settlement and fortification of the region.

The mountain holds a special place in local identity and appears in the heraldry of surrounding municipalities. Religious monuments scattered across the slopes show how communities have long found meaning in this landscape.

Multiple hiking trails cross the mountain chain, connecting surrounding municipalities and suitable for varying fitness levels. The best access points are from the villages at the base, where trails lead up into the mountains.

The mountain chain marks the boundary between three distinct geographical regions - Bages, Moyanés, and Vallés Oriental - each with separate ecosystems. This position creates ecological diversity with different plant and animal life on each side.

Location: Sant Llorenç Savall

Location: Sabadell

Location: Terrassa

Location: Vacarisses

Elevation above the sea: 1,104 m

GPS coordinates: 41.64378,2.02305

Latest update: December 12, 2025 07:55