Founded on the site of a Roman fortress, Sant Cugat grew around the spectacular monastery that gives it its name. The small rural town changed its look in the early 20th century, when it became one of the main summer resorts for the Barcelona bourgeoisie. Since then, thanks to its privileged climate and its proximity to the capital, Sant Cugat has continued to expand; it now has over 90,000 inhabitants and it has consolidated its position as one of the most attractive options for living in the province of Barcelona.
Its range of services, with schools, universities, hospitals, the commuter rail network, museums and theatres are a benchmark for the whole of Catalonia.