Bages, Administrative division in Catalunya Central, Spain
Bages is an administrative region in central Catalonia consisting of approximately 30 municipalities with Manresa as the main administrative center. The area is connected by regional road networks that link all towns and provide access to public services, hospitals, and schools.
The region was formally recognized as a comarca in 1987, establishing a structured administrative framework for local governance. This reorganization allowed the municipalities to work together on regional development and coordinate their shared concerns more effectively.
Towns throughout Bages hold local celebrations that showcase traditional Catalan customs, music, and regional food specialties throughout the year. These gatherings reflect how communities here keep their heritage alive and pass it on to younger generations.
Visitors can easily explore the region by car since regional roads connect all the municipalities and Manresa is well accessible. It helps to gather local information before visiting to find out which towns and events match your interests best.
The town of Cardona in this region holds salt deposits that have been continuously extracted since Roman times. This long mining tradition has shaped the industrial character and economic life of the local community.
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