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New byelaw will foster innovation in the city
BIT Habitat. The aim is to create a controlled testing environment where prototypes can be tested or pilot trials carried out, fostering innovation in Barcelona.
New streets, squares and gardens with women’s names
City Council. New additions include the last Catalan survivor of Ravensbrück, Neus Català, and the journalist Montserra Minobis.
The new Port Olímpic opens to the public
Port Olímpic. Over 20,000 square metres of public space connecting the city with the sea, open to the people of Barcelona. This new chapter at the port is based around the blue economy.
The new Rambla becomes a reality in the section Colom-Santa Madrona
Urban transformations. While work continues to transform the avenue as far as Plaça Catalunya, the first section has now been completed and offers a greener and friendlier design, with more space for pedestrians.
Blind dogs take a dip at the Llevant dog beach
Animal welfare. The dog area at the Llevant beach is being reserved for some days in the summer for the second year running, enabling guide dogs to enjoy some time on the beach.
New plan agreed for improvements to green streets in L’Eixample
Urban planning. The consensus is the result of work carried out with 18 local organisations in recent months.
Parc de la Ciutadella: renovation and improvements 2024-2026
Climate emergency. The goal is to adapt the park to the effects of the climate crisis and protect its heritage.
More than 22 hectares of new greenery and 216 spaces with shade for a healthier city
Climate Plan. The Local and Interior Spaces Programme will renew unused spaces in all neighbourhoods.
Revamp to the Túnel de la Rovira to improve safety and efficiency
Urban planning and infrastructures. Work will be carried out to improve road surfaces, drainage and weatherproofing, with structural pathologies also to be treated.
New services added to the new sewerage cleaning contract to improve the system
Urban planning and infrastructures. The contract for 2025-2030 is being tendered with an estimated value of 184 million euros (VAT not included).