Education, quality of life, and the future

Living in Maresme all year has become the preferred option for many families seeking a natural, safe environment with excellent connections to Barcelona. This region, combining sea, mountains, and an outstanding international educational offering, is now one of the areas with the highest quality of life in Catalonia.

A place where education and lifestyle meet

The international schools of Maresme are strongly investing in the area. The arrival of families from around the world has driven the creation and expansion of global schools offering British, French, or international programmes, with open and multicultural teaching.

Institutions such as Hamelin-Laie International School (Montgat), The British School of Barcelona (Cabrera de Mar), or SEK-Catalunya (La Garriga) reflect this trend. Their presence consolidates Maresme as one of the leading educational hubs in the Barcelona metropolitan area.

Why live in Maresme year-round

Beyond its prestigious academic offering, Maresme captivates with its lifestyle. Connected by train and motorway, less than 30 minutes from Barcelona, it offers Mediterranean beaches, green mountains, and charming towns such as Alella, Cabrils, Vilassar de Dalt, or Sant Andreu de Llavaneres — places where life moves at a different pace without giving up innovation and modern services.

The combination of quality education, a healthy environment, and an international community has made Maresme a benchmark area for families seeking both well-being and future opportunities for their children.

Schools, community, and family growth

Living near the international schools of Maresme not only makes everyday life easier but also builds ties with a cosmopolitan, open, and modern community. Children grow up surrounded by nature, the sea, and sports, in an environment that encourages active learning and personal development.

The municipalities of Maresme offer excellent services — health centres, extracurricular activities, cultural and sports facilities — that strengthen the sense of belonging and family well-being. In addition, new developments and high-end homes are meeting this growing residential demand.

An investment in quality of life

Choosing to live in Maresme year-round is much more than a geographical decision: it’s an investment in well-being, education, and family balance. International schools bring a global dimension to the area, and the Mediterranean lifestyle of Maresme completes an ideal setting to grow, learn, and enjoy.

Discover how Maresme is redefining what it means to live near Barcelona, in an environment where nature, family, and education go hand in hand.

At BARNES Barcelona, we help you find your ideal home in Maresme: sea-view houses, family villas, and properties close to the best international schools.