Sant Pol De Mar Beach town Maresme fishing village

About Sant Pol De Mar Beach town

Sant pol de Mar is a small beach town located about one hour north of Barcelona in a natural cove between Canet de Mar and Callela. Sant Pol de mar has it's origins in fishing and the Benedictine monastery of Sant Pol de Maresme. The town is not too touristy being relatively unknown, and in my opinion, a hidden gem.

Historically, the town is an old fishing community. Indeed, some traditional fishing still occurs. On the beach after stepping of the platform are some small wooden fishing boats so you can be confident that lunch is locally sourced.

One great advantage of Santa Pol de Mar is that because of the lack of tourists and it's distance from Barcelona, the beach does not suffer from the typical problems of Barcelona's beaches such as pick pockets, bag thieves and constant interruptions from illegal alcohol vendors.

When I go to Santa Pol de Mar, I take a sun umbrella, beach towel and a bottle of water. This is the place to go if you want a chilled beach day with amazing crystal clear water Costa Brava blue water.

Notable Historic buildings in Sant Pol de mar

• Jardins del Pla: Carrer Abat Deas 20. A private garden with ornate fountain.
• Can Planiol: Carrer Abat Deas 30. Private house with historic facade.
• Parroquia Sant Pol de Mar: Carrer Abat Deas 47. The main church of the town.
• Ermita de Sant Pau: Plaza Sant Pau 2. The remains of the former Benedictine monastery dating from the 10th century sit atop a small hill overlooking the town. Only the apse and one window of the northern façade remain of the original building. Parts date from medieval times following its fortification by the Viscount of Cabrera in the 13th century. From outside the Hermitage you get great views of the town and Mediterranean.

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