Sant Onofre de Badalona

Sant Onofre de Badalona is a hermitage chapel built in the late Gothic style within Serralada de Marina Park on rocky terrain. The structure displays typical architectural features of Catalan late Gothic with simple but solid construction methods.

Construction began in the late 15th century when the Badalona community established this chapel for religious purposes. Over the following centuries, the building served as a spiritual center and has remained standing to the present day.

The site takes its name from Saint Onofre, a Hungarian hermit venerated in this region for his spiritual devotion. Visitors today can sense the deep religious significance this location holds for local communities who maintain connections to this figure.

The chapel is located within Serralada de Marina Park and can be reached via marked hiking trails that begin from various points in Badalona. Visitors should be prepared for the rocky terrain and wear appropriate footwear.

Beneath the building lies a presumed underground cave system within the rocky foundation that visitors often overlook. This hidden structure may have originally served as a refuge for Saint Onofre or other hermits seeking isolation.

Location: Badalona

Inception: 1498

Architectural style: late Gothic

Elevation above the sea: 269 m

GPS coordinates: 41.47344,2.21719

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:01