The beautiful town 20 minutes from Barcelona, ​​located in a mountain range near the sea

The city of Barcelona is one of the great metropolises of both Spain and Europe, although near the capital of Catalonia there are equally exciting and much less crowded destinations. In fact, you don't have to leave Barcelona to discover beautiful towns full of charm, and one of the most special is located just 20 minutes by road from the city: the municipality of Alella.

This town, located just a stone's throw from Badalona, ​​is not only unique for its location, nestled between the sea and the mountains, but also for its beautiful architecture and its position as one of the great winemaking centers of northeastern Spain. All of this makes this town of 10,000 inhabitants an unbeatable destination for a weekend getaway this fall and a return to everyday life.

Alella, the ideal town for wine lovers in Barcelona

The municipality of Alella is located within the Maresme region, nestled between the peaks of the Sierra de Sant Mateu and the Mediterranean, making it a perfect place to enjoy both the mountains and the sea . Its origins date back to at least the 10th century, and its town center boasts numerous country houses that make the town even more charming, such as the modernist Torre Limona and Can Magarola.

On a walk through the town's historic center, don't miss the Church of San Félix, a magnificent Romanesque-style church that Antoni Gaudí himself undertook an (unsuccessful) renovation. However, despite the architectural beauty of Alella, the town's greatest attraction isn't visited, but rather savored, as the wine industry is vital to the local economy.

Alella wines with Designation of Origin

From much of Alella's streetscape, you can see the extensive vineyards surrounding the town. This Barcelona municipality is one of the largest wine producers in all of Catalonia. In fact, it has its own Designation of Origin and is a pilgrimage site for wine lovers in the region. Therefore, it's an unbeatable destination for a weekend away from the hustle and bustle.

To reach the municipality of Alella from Barcelona, ​​simply head towards the C-31 motorway and then take the detour leading to the town center. It takes just 20 minutes by car from the city center, and since it's just two kilometers from the sea, you can always take advantage of the opportunity to make a quick visit to the beach.