Santa Maria de Merlès
City in Barcelona, Spain
Overview
Santa Maria de Merlès is a picturesque village in rural Barcelona renowned for its Romanesque heritage, tranquil countryside, and pristine river landscapes. With fewer than 200 residents, it's a welcoming destination for outdoor lovers and those seeking authentic Catalan rural charm.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Spain
Province
Barcelona
Population
175
Time Zone
Europe/Madrid
Coordinates
42.00°, 1.98°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
90
Female Safety
85
LGBTQ+ Safety
80
Traffic Safety
85
Food Safety
95
Monthly Cost
$1,728
Local Cost
$1,032
Local Income
$1,200
Cashless
50
English
30
Temperature
12.6°C
Summer Avg
21.7°C
Winter Avg
4.3°C
Record High
37.8°C
Record Low
-10.5°C
Humidity
66%
Precipitation
553 mm
City Vibrancy
1
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
1
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Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-23.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-09.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 50/100.