The Atlas Obscura Guide To Manresa

2 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Manresa, Spain

Updated August 5, 2021

Unusual Attractions in Manresa

Manresa, Spain

Cave of Saint Ignatius

The grotto where Saint Ignatius of Loyola lived as a hermit for nearly a year.

Manresa, Spain

Les Arnaules Prehistoric Bridge

A long strip of fossil-filled limestone makes up this natural bridge above a rushing stream.

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Monistrol de Montserrat, Spain

Santa Cova of Montserrat

Holy Grotto of Montserrat Monastery holds one of Europe's mysterious black Madonnas.

9 miles from Manresa

Sant Miquel de Gonteres, Spain

Hospital Torax de Terrassa

This chest hospital with a dark, haunted past serves as a fitting set for horror films and a paradise for ghost hunters.

13 miles from Manresa

Cardona, Spain

Cardona Salt Mountain

Mine shafts and hard pastries await visitors at this massive mountain of salt.

14 miles from Manresa

Els Prats de Rei, Spain

The Manresana Tower

Tower that was a frequent stop on the travels of King James I.

14 miles from Manresa

Cardona, Spain

Castle of Cardona

This ancient Spanish castle sits high upon a hilltop.

14 miles from Manresa

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2 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Manresa, Spain

Updated August 5, 2021

Unusual Attractions in Manresa

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