La Mercè

Plaça de la Mercè 1. (Open Map)
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Description

Barcelona’s Beloved Lady of Mercy Church

Adored by the people of Barcelona, La Mercè is the city’s patron saint. For her duty of warding off the plague of locusts in 1637, the city’s main celebration in September is in honor of her. To commemorate lady La Merce, females born in Barcelona bear her name.

As the only church in Barcelona with a baroque façade, La Merce stands alone in many regards. Look up at the top of the building and you will see the statue of lady La Merce, which is an identifying trait of Barcelona’s skyline. You will find La Merce situated in a romantic square who’s central fountain is of the mighty Neptune.