This new supermarket in Calafell will create 100 jobs and 3000
When a neighborhood like Cal Bolavà starts to make moves with construction, curiosity sparks among the residents. The streets Priorat and Gironès, which until now ended in dead ends, will see a project opening up that will transform mobility and urban space. But not only that: behind it lies a supermarket that wants to stake its claim.
The BonPreu Group is preparing an establishment that will not go unnoticed due to its size: about 3,000 square meters of surface, with two underground parking levels and the goal of incorporating around a hundred workers. But that’s not all: the new urban configuration also promises green areas and accessibility improvements that will make the neighborhood breathe differently.
Details of the new Esclat supermarket in Calafell
The urban project includes a supermarket from the BonPreu Group, a brand that already revolutionized the area with a recent opening in Cunit. The new establishment will be located at the corner between Rambla Mossèn Jaume Tobella and Priorat Street, with direct street-level access and two underground parking levels.
💶 Estimated investment: Not publicly disclosed
🕐 Surface area: 3,000 m²
🍽️ Expected workers: 100 direct jobs
Social and labor impact
The mayor of Calafell, Ramon Ferré, highlighted that the priority will be hiring people from the municipality, with specific training to be provided by the BonPreu Group. The City Council manages the selection through a job pool at Vilarenc, thus ensuring that the new job opportunity directly impacts the local community.
Urban improvements in the Cal Bolavà neighborhood
The project not only affects the supermarket: works have begun for the urbanization of the related streets, including a central bike lane and the creation of green areas that will add up to more than 3,300 square meters. These new green zones will also include parking spaces to facilitate parking and mobility between Cal Bolavà and the Joan Ortoll pavilion.
Protected housing and sustainable development
Plot designated for protected housing
Alongside the opening of the supermarket, a 757-square-meter plot has been reserved for the promotion of protected housing. According to the City Council, up to 32 protected homes and 11 free-market homes could be built, totaling 43 residential units designed to prevent neighborhood overcrowding.
Reduction of initial density to avoid impacts
The council has taken measures to adjust the construction density, reducing it compared to initial forecasts in order to preserve quality of life in the neighborhood and avoid issues of congestion and saturation. This move aligns with local sustainability and territorial planning policies.
Context and future of the project in Calafell
The Rambla Mossèn Jaume Tobella urban improvement plan
The development of this supermarket is integrated into the Rambla Mossèn Jaume Tobella Urban Improvement Plan (PMU 11), which includes the continuity of key avenues and streets for urban connection. This plan will facilitate smoother movement and generate more parking spaces, a recurring topic when discussing life in the neighborhood.
Local perspectives and relation with other initiatives
The project is part of the urban improvement dynamics that Calafell is experiencing, similar to other transformations in the region. For example, events related to festivals coexist with the new urban reality, such as Montserrat this or the region embracing a medieval theme this January.
The new Esclat supermarket in Calafell represents a significant investment in infrastructure and employment, with the promise that the Cal Bolavà neighborhood will gain in quality of life and job opportunities. The balance between commercial spaces, protected housing, and urban improvements defines this project as a clear commitment to sustainable development and local well-being.
