Barberà del Vallès facts for kids

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Country	Spain
Community	Catalonia
Province	Barcelona
Comarca	Vallès Occidental
Area
• Total	8.3 km2 (3.2 sq mi)
Elevation	146 m (479 ft)
Population  (2018)
• Total	32,839
• Density	3,957/km2 (10,250/sq mi)
Demonym(s)	Barberenc

Barberà del Vallès is a lively town in Catalonia, Spain. It's located in the Vallès Occidental area, close to the Ripoll river. This town is about 17 kilometers (around 10 miles) from the big city of Barcelona. It's part of the wider Barcelona metropolitan area, which means it's connected to a large group of towns and cities.

Life in Barberà del Vallès

Barberà del Vallès is home to over 30,000 people. It's an important city for industries in the Vallès Occidental region. The city has clear areas for homes and for businesses.

Many people moved to Barberà del Vallès in the 1960s. This has made the population very diverse. The town has many cultural groups and traditions. For example, the April Fair (Feria de Abril) used to be held here. It was a big event celebrating culture and folklore.

In 1985, Barberà del Vallès celebrated its 1,000th birthday! This special event happened at the same time as the opening of Millennium Square. This square is near La Romànica and offers great views of the Ripoll river and its park.

How Many People Live Here?

Demography is the study of how populations change over time. The table below shows how the number of people living in Barberà del Vallès has grown.

Notable people

• Agus Medina (born 1994), professional footballer

See also

In Spanish: Barberá del Vallés para niños