La Batllòria lies in the Tordera Valley between the Montseny massif and the Montnegre mountain range. The area can be explored through three themes: historic traces in the town centre, trails along the river and in the surrounding area, and festivals with different dates and programmes.
Trails along the river and through the surrounding area
The 6.7-kilometre section of the Tourdera between Sant Celoni and La Batllòria runs parallel to the Tordera and is of low difficulty. It is suitable for walkers and cyclists. There is also a short alternative at the Meandre del Pla de Lloró, accessible on foot only. The different uses are clearly stated: the section can be explored on foot or by bike, while the route at the meander is intended for walkers only.
From the end of the Tourdera section in La Batllòria, Gualba railway station is easy to reach. As trail conditions may change seasonally, it is worth checking the route conditions before setting out.
The signposted Les Llobateres trail starts in La Batllòria, is 4.5 kilometres long and is of low difficulty. Nearby is the Les Llobateres wetland: a restored former gravel pit with a waterside landscape and a viewing point for aquatic flora and fauna.
Another walk from La Batllòria follows an almost circular route along the Camí Ral, the ancient Roman Via Augusta, to the old inn and forge. On the return journey, the route follows the banks of the Tordera. The walk also includes a viewpoint over the open river landscape. This walk therefore combines historic route connections with a stretch by the river, while the Tourdera offers a different option, as it is suitable for walkers and cyclists.
The Fuirosos Valley begins downstream from La Batllòria. To take the “Joc dels ecosistemes de la riera de Fuirosos” walk, you need to download the Natura Local app and register.
Festivals on different dates
La Festa Major de La Batllòria includes, among other activities, a fair, a Correfoc, a communal dinner, a cycle tour, a gathering of giants, a foam party, a treasure hunt and Habaneras. The activities on the programme may vary from year to year. If you have a particular activity in mind, check the programme for that year.
The Festa Major d'Hivern takes place on the third weekend in December. It includes the Fira Nadalenca de l'Esperança, held since 2008, and the federated Enducros race, held since 2006. The specific programme may also vary from year to year. On 18 December, La Batllòria also celebrates the patronal festival of the Mare de Déu de l'Esperança.
Architecture and historic traces
Architectural remains from the 15th and 16th centuries can be found in the centre of La Batllòria along the former royal road. The old El Ribot inn was already in operation in 1489. At the end of the 16th century, the lord of Gualba opened the Hostal Nou on the Camí Ral towards Hostalric.
Can Bruguera was built between the end of the 15th century and the 16th century. The building forms part of the Gothic manor house of the Gualba family, the lords of Montnegre. With the manor house, La Batllòria became the administrative centre of the territory of Montnegre Castle at the beginning of the 16th century. Construction of La Batllòria’s own church, dedicated to the Mare de Déu de l'Esperança, began in 1609.
These historic sites give the town centre a clear timeline: the remains along the royal road date back to the 15th and 16th centuries, while the El Ribot inn is documented as early as 1489. Together with the various trails and the festival calendar, they can help you choose what to focus on during your stay, without conflating historic sites with today’s routes.
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