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Barcelona Unveils Glòries Park, Advancing Urban Renewal Vision

The nine-hectare park opens as part of a €640 million transformation, with new phases targeting housing, hazardous-material removal, and neighborhood facilities.

Vista aérea de la Clariana y parte de la fachada norte de Consell de Cent pendiente de derribos
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Los vecinos abarrotan las nuevas Glòries en su inauguración a pesar de la lluvia.
MULTIMEDIA | <a href="https://www.elperiodico.com/es/barcelona/plaza-glories-barcelona-como-sera-sh/index.html" >La nueva Glòries: la plaza culmina su gran parque central</a>

Overview

  • The newly inaugurated Glòries Park spans nine hectares, featuring 30,000 m² of green space, over 1,000 trees, and enhanced pedestrian and bike connectivity.
  • The park integrates a strategic public transport hub linking metro, tram, and bus services, connecting the Sant Martí and l’Eixample districts.
  • Mayor Jaume Collboni announced the next phase of redevelopment, prioritizing affordable housing, neighborhood facilities, and heritage building rehabilitation.
  • The city council has tendered the demolition of three blocks on the north facade, including asbestos removal, with work expected to begin by late 2025.
  • Local associations celebrated the park opening but emphasized that 30% of promised housing and community amenities remain unfulfilled.