Now that summer’s arrived, Barcelona’s getting ready to offer a wide range of options for enjoying the water and beating the heat.

Water-saving initiatives at sports facilities

This year, all municipal open-air swimming pools have introduced measures aimed at reducing water consumption by 15%. One of the most important is the “One Shower, Three Minutes” campaign, which promotes responsible use of showers at these facilities. The campaign is part of Barcelona City Council’s efforts to raise awareness of the importance of saving water.

Renovation of facilities

One of the facilities that have been renovated is the swimming pool at the Guinardó Municipal Sports Centre, where accessibility has been improved by the construction of a ramp for people with reduced mobility. The Creueta del Coll lake has also opened its doors this summer with new changing rooms and refurbished toilets and showers, providing a more comfortable and accessible environment for all.

Distribution of swimming pools by district

The 14 open-air swimming pools are distributed throughout the city, covering eight different districts. These facilities are open seven days a week, and are accessible to all, including people with reduced mobility. Each pool has its own particular features, such as children’s areas and green zones, allowing users to enjoy a day of sun and cool water in a safe, pleasant environment.

List of municipal outdoor swimming pools

• Ciutat Vella
  • Parc de la Ciutadella Municipal Sports Centre, Pg. Circumval·lació, 1
  • Sant Sebastià Municipal Sports Centre, Pl. Mar, 1

• Sants-Montjuïc
  • Bernat Picornell Municipal Sports Centre Swimming Pools, Av. Estadi, 30-40
  • Montjuïc Municipal Swimming Pools, Av. Miramar, 31

• Sarrià-Sant Gervasi
  • Can Caralleu Municipal Sports Centre, C/ Esports, 2-8

• Gràcia
  • Can Toda Municipal Sports Centre, C/ Ana Mª Matute Ausejo, 25
  • The Creueta del Coll Park Lake, Pg. Mare de Déu del Coll, 77

• Horta-Guinardó
  • Guinardó Municipal Sports Centre, C/ Telègraf, 31-45
  • La Clota Municipal Swimming Pool, Pl. Clota, s/n
  • Vall Hebron Municipal Tennis Centre, Pg. Vall d’Hebron, 178-196

• Nou Barris
  • Can Dragó Municipal Sports Centre, C/ Roselló-Pòrcel, 7

• Sant Andreu
  • Bon Pastor Municipal Sports Centre, C/ Costa Daurada, 12
  • Trinitat Vella Municipal Sports Centre, Via Bàrcino, 84-86

• Sant Martí
  • Bac de Roda Municipal Sports Centre, Rambla Guipúscoa, 23-25

Barcelona offers a perfect solution for enjoying the summer without giving up sport and leisure activities.