Castellers (human towers), a Catalan tradition
🏗️ Castellers: The Spectacular Human Towers of Catalonia The Castellers are one of Catalonia’s most impressive and unique traditions. These human towers, formed by people standing on each other’s shoulders, are an incredible display of strength, balance, teamwork, and courage. Seeing a castell (the Catalan word for «castle») being built is an unforgettable experience. The […]
Visit Montserrat Mountain and Monastery on Your Own from Barcelona
⛰ Montserrat Mountain and Monastery: A Sacred Symbol of Catalonia ⛪ 🌍 What is Montserrat? Montserrat is not just a mountain; it is a cultural and spiritual emblem of Catalonia. Located about 50 km northwest of Barcelona, this unique mountain range is known for its jagged, multi-peaked rock formations that seem sculpted by the hands […]
Enjoy the Beach During Your Visit to Barcelona
🏖️ When to Swim at Barcelona’s Beaches? 🌊 Barcelona is a city where you can enjoy the beach almost all year round! But when is the best time to take a dip? Here’s a quick guide: 🌞 Summer (June – September) → The ultimate beach season! The water is warm (22°C – 27°C), and the […]
How to Go on a Day Visit to the Pyrenees from Barcelona Using Public Transport
Yes, You Can Visit the Pyrenees from Barcelona in a Day – Here’s How! Did you know that it’s possible to visit the Pyrenees from Barcelona in just one day using public transport? Whether you’re looking for a scenic walk or a more challenging hike to some of the highest peaks in the western Pyrenees, […]
Events in Barcelona. Festes de Santa Eulàlia 2025. From February 7 to 12.
🎉 Santa Eulàlia Festival 2025: Barcelona’s Grand Winter Celebration✨ Barcelona’s Festes de Santa Eulàlia, also known as La Laia, is the city’s most important winter festival. Held from February 7 to 12, 2025, this festival transforms the coldest season into a warm and vibrant cultural experience filled with parades, human towers, music, and fire shows. […]
Getting around Barcelona by bus, metro, or tram
Barcelona has an efficient and well-connected public transport system, making it easy to move around the city. The three main options—tram, bus, and metro—offer different advantages depending on your destination and schedule. Metro The metro is the fastest and most convenient way to travel long distances in Barcelona. It has eight lines (L1 to L5, […]
Getting from Barcelona Airport to the city center
Barcelona Airport is approximately 15 km from the city center, between the municipalities of El Prat de Llobregat, Viladecans, and Sant Boi de Llobregat. Barcelona Airport has two terminals: T1 and T2. The T1 terminal at Barcelona Airport is the main and largest terminal, handling the majority of international and domestic flights. It is used […]
A hike on the eastern edge of Collserola with fantastic views of Barcelona
Visisting eastern zone of Collserola Panoramica BarcelonaSnap Content 1. Things to Know Before Starting the Hike: 2. The Hike Distance: 2.87 km (1.78 miles) Elevation gain: 125 m. (410 feet) Download GPX of the route Start point: 41.45330195682832, 2.1710087273010097 End point: 41.443864138527594, 2.16192114475344 3. Arriving at the beginning of the trail You can use different […]
Amazing Views of Barcelona from Collserola Mountain
Collserola is a mountain range located in the province of Barcelona that serves as the city’s largest natural park. With an area of over 8,000 hectares, it represents the most important green lung in the Barcelona metropolitan area. Main Features Maximum height of 512 meters at Tibidabo Over 8,000 hectares in extension Home to more […]