Torre Negra

Torre Negra is a castle in Sant Cugat del Vallès featuring a square tower with twin-arched windows on its facades. The structure is built from dark stone and has a distinctive semi-circular arch framing the main entrance.

The castle was built in 1145 to defend the lands of the Benedictine monastery of Sant Cugat from attackers. The fortress underwent major reconstruction and reinforcement during the 15th century.

The name comes from the dark stone used in construction, which still defines how the building looks today. The rooms are organized around a central courtyard that leads to the residential quarters where noble families lived.

The site is accessible on specific days of the month by following marked walking paths from central squares in the town. It is recommended to check opening times in advance, as visits are limited to certain periods.

The fortress appears in the background of a religious painting created by a local artist in the early Renaissance period. This shows that the structure was already a recognizable feature of the landscape at that time.