Sant Julià de Cerdanyola

Sant Julià de Cerdanyola is a municipality in the Berguedà region, located in the part of the Alt Berguedà natural region. It lies at an altitude of almost 1,000 metres and is surrounded by beautiful mountain ranges and peaks, which make its views unique and give it the feel of a specific territory within the natural region. Sant Julià de Cerdanyola is bordered by the municipalities of Nou de Berguedà, Pobla de Lillet, and Castell del Areny.

Sant Julià de Cerdanyola had been part of the lands of the Monastery of Sant Llorenç near Bagà, but later became independent and, in fact, it was its term that gave its name to the municipality that included, at that time, Guardiola de Berguedà, although in the 1930s the tables were turned and Guardiola became the capital. Later, and already immersed in the democratic period, Sant Julià de Cerdanyola became independent from Guardiola and formed its own municipality in the mid-1990s.

Within the municipality of Sant Julià de Cerdanyola, we find a place called La Creu, a place where we can contemplate all the beauty it offers. In this recreational area, we find an orientation table that indicates, among other places, the Pedraforca, which we can admire from this point.

In fact, from Sant Julià de Cerdanyola, there are several routes that invite us to explore the surrounding area. These include the Falgars area, the Sant Cristòfol mountains, the Catllaràs mountain range, Sant Jaume de Frontanyà, Roc de la Clusa, Malanyeu, Nou de Berguedà, and many others.

The most notable festival in Sant Julià de Cerdanyola is the Fia-Faia festival, held on the night of December 24th. The Fia-Faia festival also takes place on that same date in Bagà; both festivals begin at different times so that people can attend both celebrations.

PLACES OF INTEREST

Church of Sant Julià de Cerdanyola

The church of Sant Julià de Cerdanyola is located in the heart of the town, directly opposite an irregularly shaped square. This square is surrounded by a group of rural houses that probably formed an old sacristy. Although the building dates from the 18th century, it may retain elements from earlier periods.

The interior of the church was completely destroyed during the Civil War, except for the statue of Our Lady of Mount Carmel. The current altar was built after the war and has been repainted and restored since then.

The Castle of Sant Julià de Cerdanyola

It is a two-story, ground-floor building built on a raised site. The roof is double-pitched, with the main facade facing south, facing an enclosed courtyard. This courtyard includes a palisade that forms an angle with the house. The building has several sections attached to the east and west facades, the result of various renovations carried out over time.

The exterior walls are built with masonry of various sizes of stone, and the corners are squared stone. The main façade features several newly constructed openings.

Fountain of Sant Antoni

The Font de Sant Antoni is located on the right side of the road leading to the Falgars sanctuary. This fountain, built into a masonry wall, has a sink and a built-in operable faucet. At the top of the wall is a niche containing a ceramic tile panel with the image of Saint Anthony of Padua.

On either side of the sink, perpendicular to the wall, are two long stone benches, ideal for resting. Barbecues with grills have been installed next to the fountain wall. The small square in front has been arranged with tables and seating, providing a pleasant, shaded space thanks to the trees that protect it.

Sculpture of the Fia-faia

This sculpture is composed of a large block of travertine stone that serves as the base for an imposing iron fence. Next to it is a plaque with the names of all the collaborators who made its creation possible.

Located on the street leading to the Church Square—where the main festival is held—the sculpture has a dual function: it acts as a welcome element for visitors and, at the same time, pays tribute to the festival's participants.