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The mountain of <\/span>Montserrat<\/span><\/b> is one of the most emblematic and mystical places in Catalonia. The <\/span>Barcelona<\/span><\/b> mountain is known for its distinctive <\/span>rock formation<\/span><\/b>, which has inspired <\/span>legends and myths<\/span><\/b> for centuries. Its name, which means “serrated mountain” in Catalan, refers to the sharp, jagged peaks that characterise its silhouette.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n According to tradition, Montserrat has been a sacred place since time immemorial, and its history is deeply intertwined with spirituality and religion. It attracts pilgrims, tourists and nature lovers from all over the world. But beyond its famous <\/span>monastery<\/span><\/b> and <\/span>hiking trails<\/span><\/b>, the mountain harbours <\/span>numerous secrets<\/span><\/b> waiting to be discovered.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n One of these secrets is the ancient <\/span>Balneari de La Puda de Monterrat<\/span><\/b>. In this text, we will explore its most fascinating aspects, including history, legends and evolution. <\/span>Shuttle2Sun<\/span><\/a> offers you low-cost and sustainable <\/span>shared transfer services<\/span><\/a> and <\/span>private transfer services<\/span><\/a> to Barcelona, from <\/span>Barcelona airport<\/span><\/b>, <\/span>Barcelona port<\/span><\/b>, <\/span>Reus airport<\/span><\/b>, <\/span>Girona airport and Camp de Tarragona AVE train station<\/span><\/b>. Remember that you can book your transfer up to <\/span>24 hours in advance<\/span><\/b>.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ make_equal=”on” custom_padding_last_edited=”on|desktop” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” width=”100%” custom_margin=”||||false|false” custom_padding=”0px||30px||false|false” custom_padding_tablet=”0px|60px|30px|60px|false|true” custom_padding_phone=”|40px||40px|false|true” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” width=”100%” custom_margin=”||||false|false” custom_padding=”0px|0px|0px|0px|false|false” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n Located in the north of the Baix Llobregat region, in <\/span>Esparraguera<\/span><\/b>, we find the <\/span>Balneari de La Puda<\/span><\/a>, a historical treasure hidden beside the Llobregat river, at the foot of Montserrat.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n This place, which is now in ruins, was first mentioned in 1718 when Dr Salvador carried out the first chemical analysis of the <\/span>thermal waters<\/span><\/a> that gushed out of the Llobregat river. The waters, which emerge at a <\/span>temperature of between 25 and 35\u00baC<\/span><\/b> and are rich in sulphates, bicarbonates, chloride, sodium and calcium, have since shown <\/span>curative properties<\/span><\/b>, especially for dermatological, rheumatic and respiratory problems.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n The origin of these thermal waters is linked to the <\/span>Lisbon earthquake of 1755<\/span><\/b>, although Dr Salvador’s analyses were documented a few years earlier, in 1718. Some time later, in 1818, the <\/span>medicinal use<\/span><\/b> of these waters was formalised and the first licence to build a spa was granted to <\/span>Salvador Garriga<\/span><\/b>, a tailor from Esparraguera, who in 1829 began the construction of two bathing buildings located on both sides of the river, taking advantage of the thermal currents.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Tragedy was not long in coming, as in 1831, due to financial problems, Garriga took his own life, leaving the project unfinished. His brother, Pau Garriga, together with two partners, finished the construction and in 1834 the spa began to operate.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.shuttle2sun.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Montserrat-Balneario-de-La-Puda.png” alt=”Montserrat secrets: Balneari de la Puda” title_text=”Montserrat secrets: Balneari de la Puda” force_fullwidth=”on” align_tablet=”center” align_phone=”center” align_last_edited=”on|desktop” _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”0px||0px||false|false” custom_padding=”0px||0px||false|false” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row custom_padding_last_edited=”on|phone” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” width=”100%” custom_padding=”0px|||||” custom_padding_tablet=”|60px||60px|false|true” custom_padding_phone=”|40px||40px|false|true” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” width=”100%” custom_margin=”||||false|false” custom_padding=”||||false|false” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n However, the <\/span>floods of the Llobregat<\/span><\/b> river<\/span><\/b> in 1842 and 1843 caused <\/span>floods<\/span><\/b> that damaged the facilities, bringing them almost to ruin. Finally, in 1844, <\/span>Antoni Pujades<\/span><\/b> bought the spa with the intention of renovating it and building an <\/span>asylum<\/span><\/b>, a project that did not succeed.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Years later, in 1870, the true splendour of La Puda arrived, when the buildings we know today were begun. At the end of the 19th century and the beginning of the 20th century, La Puda became a <\/span>luxury destination<\/span><\/b> frequented by the Catalan bourgeoisie. During the years between 1917 and 1924, the spa experienced its golden age, offering <\/span>treatments for illnesses<\/span><\/b> such as psoriasis, arthritis and respiratory ailments. <\/span>Queen Isabel II of Spain<\/span><\/b> is even said to have visited La Puda for treatment of certain pathologies.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Remember that <\/span>Shuttle2Sun<\/span><\/a> offers you its <\/span>shared transfer services<\/span><\/a> and <\/span>private transfer services<\/span><\/a>, low-cost and sustainable, from <\/span>Barcelona airport<\/span><\/b>, <\/span>Barcelona port<\/span><\/b>, <\/span>Reus airport<\/span><\/b>, <\/span>Girona airport and Camp de Tarragona AVE train station<\/span><\/b>.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n The Spanish Civil War and Franco’s dictatorship marked the beginning of the decline of La Puda. The facilities deteriorated due to lack of maintenance and the continuous flooding of the Llobregat river. In 1958, a heavy flood caused the <\/span>definitive closure<\/span><\/b> of the spa. Although in 1964 an attempt was made to revitalise the place by opening a <\/span>restaurant<\/span><\/b> and a <\/span>room for events<\/span><\/b>, a new flood in the 1970s left the ground floor full of damage, putting an end to this second life.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ custom_padding_last_edited=”on|phone” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” width=”100%” custom_padding=”0px|||||” custom_padding_tablet=”|60px||60px|false|true” custom_padding_phone=”|40px||40px|false|true” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.shuttle2sun.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Montserrat-Balneario-de-La-Puda-2.png” alt=”Legends magical powers La Puda Montserrat” title_text=”Legends magical powers La Puda Montserrat” force_fullwidth=”on” align_tablet=”center” align_phone=”center” align_last_edited=”on|desktop” _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”0px||0px||false|false” custom_padding=”0px||0px||false|false” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” width=”100%” custom_margin=”||||false|false” custom_padding=”||||false|false” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n With the passage of time, the spa fell into oblivion. The buildings, victims of <\/span>neglect<\/span><\/b> and <\/span>vandalism<\/span><\/b>, began to fall down. Vegetation invaded the ruins, and what was once a place of luxury and wellbeing became a desolate and sad place.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n The mystery and decadence of the spa have only fuelled its legend. It is said that the waters of La Puda not only had healing properties, but also <\/span>magical powers<\/span><\/b>. <\/span>According to some stories, those who immersed themselves in these waters experienced visions or received <\/span>revelations about their future<\/span><\/b>.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n One of the most intriguing legends tells of a <\/span>mysterious visitor<\/span><\/b> who appeared on full moon nights. This enigmatic character, described as an older man in ancient clothing, offered advice and predictions to those who encountered him. It is thought that he could be the <\/span>spirit of the old spa doctor<\/span><\/b>, who still watched over the health of visitors.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n In addition, it is remembered that during the Civil War, some local inhabitants <\/span>hid valuables<\/span><\/b> in the spa to protect them from looting. <\/span><\/p>\n Although many have tried to find these treasures, so far nothing has been discovered, which only adds to the mystery surrounding La Puda.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row custom_padding_last_edited=”on|phone” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” width=”100%” custom_padding=”0px|||||” custom_padding_tablet=”|60px||60px|false|true” custom_padding_phone=”|40px||40px|false|true” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” width=”100%” min_height=”181.8px” custom_margin=”||||false|false” custom_padding=”3px||||false|false” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n Today, although in ruins, it still attracts visitors seeking to explore its secrets and enjoy the surrounding natural environment. The <\/span>decaying structures<\/span><\/b> and <\/span>invasive vegetation<\/span><\/b> create a striking visual contrast, making it a popular destination for photographers and the curious.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n There have been several <\/span>attempts to restore<\/span><\/b> it to its former glory. Conservation groups and local associations have proposed projects to rehabilitate the facilities and turn the site into a centre for sustainable tourism. However, these efforts have encountered many obstacles, from funding problems to legal complications related to land ownership.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Despite these challenges, interest in La Puda is still alive and well. If you too have been awed by its history, we encourage you to visit on your own. Remember that with <\/span>Shuttle2Sun<\/span><\/a>‘s low-cost and sustainable <\/span>shared transfer services<\/span><\/a> and <\/span>private transfer services<\/span><\/a>, you can travel to the area from <\/span>Barcelona airport<\/span><\/b>, <\/span>Barcelona port<\/span><\/b>, <\/span>Reus airport<\/span><\/b>, <\/span>Girona airport and Camp de Tarragona AVE train station<\/span><\/b>. Remember that you can book your transfer up to <\/span>24 hours in advance.<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" The mountain of Montserrat is one of the most emblematic and mystical places in Catalonia. The Barcelona mountain is known for its distinctive rock formation, which has inspired legends and myths for centuries. Its name, which means “serrated mountain” in Catalan, refers to the sharp, jagged peaks that characterise its silhouette.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 According to tradition, Montserrat […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":16079,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"on","_et_pb_old_content":"","_et_gb_content_width":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[40,39,42,29,41],"tags":[46,69,135,45,44,43,125,139],"class_list":["post-16069","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-barcelona-2","category-costa-dorada-2","category-spanish-culture","category-travel","category-travel-tips","tag-airports","tag-holidays","tag-private-transfer-2","tag-shuttle","tag-transfer","tag-travel","tag-vacances-2","tag-winter"],"yoast_head":"\nA history of more than 300 years\u00a0\u00a0<\/h2>\n
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