Overview

• The newly inaugurated Glòries Park spans nine hectares, featuring 30,000 square meters of green space and over 1,000 trees.
• The park integrates metro, tram, and bus connections, linking the Sant Martí and l’Eixample districts while improving urban mobility.
• Barcelona City Council has tendered demolition for three northern blocks to extend the park, with bids due May 14, 2025, and work expected to begin later this year.
• Mayor Jaume Collboni emphasized a new phase prioritizing social housing and community facilities, addressing long-standing neighborhood demands.
• Resident associations celebrated the park's opening but highlighted unmet commitments, including additional housing and public amenities.