Guidebook for Barcelona
Parks & Nature
Barcelona is a unique city in so many ways. But one of its most delightful idiosyncrasies is that it sits right a rather large and very accessible, verdant national park.
Collserola Park is an oasis of fauna, woods and provides spectacular views of the city, and what’s more, it can be reached in just 20 minutes or less from the centre of Barcelona.
Like a huge green lung, Collserola provides an idyllic getaway for the city’s inhabitants, whilst seeming to protect the city in a shroud of brightest green foliage.
Over 50% of the city’s dwellers live within 10kms of the park, making it not only a location for all kinds of sports such as trail running, jogging, biking and hiking, but a popular location for families and couples at the weekend, or for romantic individuals who need some time away from the industriousness of the city.
Finding stunning scenery
The most popular attractions in Collserola are the Carretera de les Aigües – a route that attracts joggers, cyclists, hikers and walkers due to the fantastic vistas afforded all along its many kilometers of track.
Tibidabo – the white church that is visible from the city – is also a popular location due to not only its attractive view points but its quaint little funfair which is apparently the oldest in Europe.
Consisting predominantly of evergreen oaks and scented pines, Collserola contains well over ten million trees, 1000 plant species and 190 different kinds of vertebrate within 8000 hectares.
The park occupies two ecological zones: the Euro-Siberian and the Mediterranean, and is home to wild boar, badgers, squirrels, sparrowhawks, warblers, beech martens, foxes and rabbits. Joggers have also been spotted.
There is a visitors centre at Baixador de Vallvidrera where you can find details of routes, maps and advice.
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Collserola naturpark
92 Ctra. de l'EsglésiaBarcelona is a unique city in so many ways. But one of its most delightful idiosyncrasies is that it sits right a rather large and very accessible, verdant national park.
Collserola Park is an oasis of fauna, woods and provides spectacular views of the city, and what’s more, it can be reached in just 20 minutes or less from the centre of Barcelona.
Like a huge green lung, Collserola provides an idyllic getaway for the city’s inhabitants, whilst seeming to protect the city in a shroud of brightest green foliage.
Over 50% of the city’s dwellers live within 10kms of the park, making it not only a location for all kinds of sports such as trail running, jogging, biking and hiking, but a popular location for families and couples at the weekend, or for romantic individuals who need some time away from the industriousness of the city.
Finding stunning scenery
The most popular attractions in Collserola are the Carretera de les Aigües – a route that attracts joggers, cyclists, hikers and walkers due to the fantastic vistas afforded all along its many kilometers of track.
Tibidabo – the white church that is visible from the city – is also a popular location due to not only its attractive view points but its quaint little funfair which is apparently the oldest in Europe.
Consisting predominantly of evergreen oaks and scented pines, Collserola contains well over ten million trees, 1000 plant species and 190 different kinds of vertebrate within 8000 hectares.
The park occupies two ecological zones: the Euro-Siberian and the Mediterranean, and is home to wild boar, badgers, squirrels, sparrowhawks, warblers, beech martens, foxes and rabbits. Joggers have also been spotted.
There is a visitors centre at Baixador de Vallvidrera where you can find details of routes, maps and advice.
Food Scene
Delicious traditional Catalan food hidden away in a beautiful rural farmhouse restaurant surrounded by nature.
Can Borrell
Delicious traditional Catalan food hidden away in a beautiful rural farmhouse restaurant surrounded by nature.
Sightseeing
Visit the picturesque church and the charming amusement park built in 1889 at the top of the tallest mountain in Collserola. You will love the stunning views of the city and surrounding coastline.
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Tibidabo
Visit the picturesque church and the charming amusement park built in 1889 at the top of the tallest mountain in Collserola. You will love the stunning views of the city and surrounding coastline.
Shopping
This fun vintage market hosts a variety of different objects from antique furniture to artsy chic home decor. It's best to go early on weekends before the crowd comes in! Definitely hang around for the live music hosted in a beautiful old fashioned bookstore turned restaurant.
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Mercantic
1-5 Av. de Rius i TauletThis fun vintage market hosts a variety of different objects from antique furniture to artsy chic home decor. It's best to go early on weekends before the crowd comes in! Definitely hang around for the live music hosted in a beautiful old fashioned bookstore turned restaurant.