Stone castle on a hill with green trees. 1997, CC BY-SA 3.0

La Roca del Vallès

Catalonia

11,014Population
36.90 km²Area
123 mElevation
08430Postal code

La Roca del Vallès is a municipality located in Catalonia, Spain, within the province of Barcelona. It is characterized by its rich prehistoric heritage and industrial development, nestled in the Vallés Oriental region.

02Geography

La Roca del Vallès is positioned at the intersection of the ancient Camino Real and the A-2 coastal road, connecting to the AP-7 highway towards France. The municipality lies in the mid-valley of the Mogent River, featuring rugged terrain to the east, where forests of pines and oaks thrive.

03History

La Roca del Vallès has been inhabited since ancient times, evidenced by archaeological findings such as dolmens, tombs, and prehistoric paintings. The castle of La Roca was largely reconstructed in 1952, preserving its original rectangular layout and notable features.

Explore La Roca del Vallès, a Catalonian municipality known for its prehistoric art and industrial growth.

04Local Culture and Festivals

The municipality celebrates its local culture through various festivals, including the Fiesta Mayor, which takes place on the second weekend of September. Another significant date is November 29, marking a local festivity.

Patron Saint
Not specified
Fiesta Mayor Date
Second weekend of September
Other Local Festival Date
November 29
La Roca del Vallès · Data
Province
Barcelona
Autonomous community
Catalonia
Population
11,014
Area
36.90 km²
Elevation
123 m
Postal code
08430
Website
http://www.laroca.cat
Coordinates
41.5827, 2.3247

Photos

Stone engravings with crosses and lines in La Roca del Vallés
Engravings on the stone of the crosses in La Roca del Vallés

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