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Barcelona is sport
A city on the move
Who says that urban tourism only consists of walking around and discovering the architecture, art, food and people? True enough, there are few cities like Barcelona that have such a wide range of sporting activities on offer, free or for a fee, municipal or private, regulated or not, and open to everyone. The people of Barcelona like doing sport, of course, but visitors to the city can also enjoy and get to know the city doing a little physical activity.
Fitness
Although Barcelona offers opportunities for outdoor sports, the Catalan capital is also a paradise for fitness and guided activity enthusiasts. A wide range of sports facilities offering specific activities can be found in every neighbourhood.
The city on foot
Barcelona invites you to stroll sedately round it but anyone who wants to walk at a smarter pace can follow the urban routes through emblematic locations, or sign up for the fun walks that are held each month, some of which have the added attraction of taking place at night.
Barcelona runs
“Barcelona corre”, Barcelona runs, is a free Apple app that brings together 23 unique running routes in the city. They are sorted by district, theme and degree of difficulty. Totally suitable for beginners.
Sports circuits
In Barcelona's parks and main avenues, you can follow routes that invite you to move your legs, either running or walking. There are around 10, from 700 m to 9 km in length. They are signposted and include practical advice. There are also exercise routes designed for older people.
At full sail
If you fancy skipping over the beach to experience the sea from within, you are in the right place. Barcelona has three marinas and several sailing schools. There are day-long courses and various options to choose.
With Mar Bella as a backdrop
Barcelona attracts urban sportspeople from all around the world. It has recently constructed urban sports parks, like Mar Bella, a great place for skateboarding and acrobatic BMXing with its two ramps plus a skate pool next to the sea, and the Áurea Cuadrado Gardens, specially designed for urban sports.
The most cosmopolitan volleyball
Nova Icària Beach, next to the Port Olímpic marina and almost half a kilometre long, is an iconic spot for beach volleyball enthusiasts, with two courts to play on.
The most tranquil volleyball
Llevant Beach, the last in the city, is one of the calmest. There is a place to play volleyball next to the breakwater separating it from Nova Mar Bella Beach. Although it is a long way from the centre, it is easy to reach by public transport.
The culers' ground
Located in the Les Corts neighbourhood, the Camp Nou football stadium is synonymous with guaranteed entertainment. Watching Barça play is a truly worthwhile xperience. The club, founded in the 19th century, stirs the passions of its fervent supporters.
Racquet in hand
Hundred-year-old clubs, Olympic facilities, the rise of padel tennis and international competitions. It is a good time for racquet sport in the city. Public and private centres offer a wide range of activities aimed at the general public, in keeping with the traditions of Barcelona's sporting life.
Pedal on a track
The Horta velodrome is the only place in Barcelona where you can do track cycling. It is wooden-clad and has a 250 m black line. There are 50 fixed-gear bikes which can be used for cycling. Trial and BMX biking can also be done here.
The city by bike
The bike has established itself in Barcelona, with a bike lane network of around 200 km that crosses the city from north to south and east to west. It is clean and safe, because the bike lanes are separated from other traffic. And in the Collserola range there is a ronda verda, a green route for cycling surrounded by nature.