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Olesa de Montserrat

Catalonia, Spain · Europe

About Olesa de Montserrat

Olesa de Montserrat works well as a base: 10 minutes from Viladecavalls, 28km from Basílica de la Sagrada Família.

Olesa de Montserrat is a town located in Catalonia, Spain. With a population of 23,301, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, Olesa de Montserrat sits in Spain, where you drive on the right. It's in the Europe/Madrid time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Olesa de Montserrat to your route.

About Olesa de Montserrat

Olesa de Montserrat (Catalan pronunciation: [uˈlɛzə ðə munsəˈrat]) is a municipality in the comarca of Baix Llobregat, in Catalonia, Spain. Olesa de Montserrat is known for olive oil and textile production as well as its Passion play (La Passió d'Olesa), which was first documented in 1538. It achieved a world record

Read more in 1996, with 726 people acting onstage at the same time.

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Where is Olesa de Montserrat located?

Olesa de Montserrat is located in Catalonia, Spain, Europe. The coordinates are 41.5437 latitude, 1.8941 longitude.

What is the population of Olesa de Montserrat?

Olesa de Montserrat has a population of approximately 23,301 people, making it a town in Spain.

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Quick Information

Population
23,301
Continent
Europe
Country
Spain
Region
Catalonia
Timezone
Europe/Madrid
Coordinates
41.5437, 1.8941

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in Spain

Police
091
Ambulance
061
Fire
080
All emergencies
112
Driving side
right

Guardia Civil (traffic police): 062. Two warning triangles required in vehicles.

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Worth the detour from Olesa de Montserrat

8 notable places within an hour's drive.

landmark

Montserrat Monastery

A Benedictine abbey nestled among surreal serrated rock pinnacles, home to the revered Black Madonna and a renowned boys' choir.

7 km · about 15 min drive

landmark

Park Güell

Gaudí's whimsical public park in Barcelona filled with colourful mosaic tilework and organic architectural forms.

26 km · about 30 min drive

cathedral

Basílica de la Sagrada Família

Gaudí's unfinished modernist basilica, Barcelona's most iconic landmark and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

28 km · about 30 min drive

landmark

Casa Batlló

Gaudí's fantastical apartment building in Barcelona with a skeletal facade, coloured tiles, and a dragon-scale roof.

28 km · about 35 min drive

landmark

La Boqueria Market

Vibrant public market off La Rambla in Barcelona bursting with colourful fresh produce, seafood, and Catalan delicacies.

29 km · about 35 min drive

landmark

Museu de la Moto Barcelona

Barcelona's motorcycle museum showcasing the rich heritage of Spanish and international motorcycle manufacturing.

29 km · about 35 min drive

racetrack

Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya

Home of the Spanish Grand Prix at Montmeló near Barcelona; its blend of fast sweeps and slow corners made it Formula 1's favourite pre-season testing venue.

31 km · about 35 min drive

landmark

Aquarium Barcelona

Port Vell aquarium with the world's largest Mediterranean-themed exhibit and an 80-metre underwater glass tunnel.

31 km · about 35 min drive

Driving in Spain

Drives on
the right
Petrol
~€1.55/litre
Motorway tolls
~€4.00/100km

When to drive here

April to October

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