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Public libraries in Sant Cugat del Vallès

Sant Cugat has three public library branches: the central Biblioteca Gabriel Ferrater, Biblioteca de Mira-sol Marta Pessarrodona, and Biblioteca de Volpelleres Miquel Batllori, each with its own address, phone and schedule (including reduced summer hours).

Why it matters

Libraries are a useful, low-barrier community resource for newcomers, including for Catalan-language materials and sometimes language-exchange or orientation activities.

When

Wanting to borrow books, study, or use library services/activities.

How long it takes

N/A

Last checked

15 Oct 2026

Cost: Not stated; Spanish public libraries are typically free to join and use

What you need

• A library card is likely required to borrow materials; exact application process not confirmed on the checked page

Steps

1. Visit the nearest branch during opening hours
   
2. Contact the branch or santcugat.cat/contacte to ask about obtaining a library card
   

Tips

• Gabriel Ferrater (central): Mon 15:30–20:30; Tue–Fri 10:00–14:00 and 15:30–20:30; Sat 10:00–14:00
• Mira-sol: Mon/Wed/Fri 16:00–20:30; Tue/Thu 10:00–14:00 and 15:30–20:30; Sat 10:00–14:00; closed in August
• Volpelleres: Mon/Tue/Thu 16:00–20:30; Wed/Fri 10:00–14:00 and 15:30–20:30; Sat 10:00–14:00; closed in August
• Summer schedules (July) differ and are reduced; central branch keeps normal hours 1–24 July

Official sources

• Biblioteques de Sant Cugat