Barcelona, land of sea
“The cheerful sea, the merry land, the clear air”. Cervantes said it. Barcelona is a land of sea.
The history of Barcelona has always been linked to the sea. The profile of the Barcelona coastline has been transformed over the centuries, as a result of the continuous advances and retreats of its waters, to form the current coastal facade: more than 4 kilometers of beaches, stretching between the districts of Ciutat Vella and Sant Martí.
Whoever visits the Ciutat Comtal can follow an authentic maritime route, which has inspired countless writers, painters, and artists throughout the ages.
The pleasant climate of Barcelona allows its beaches to be visited throughout the year, although it is during the summer months when there is the highest tourist demand. And it is that, in Barcelona, just one step separates the urban world from the natural environment.
Ten beaches make up the largest outdoor leisure area in the city, meeting the highest environmental, safety, rescue, and medical assistance standards. From north to south: Banys del Fòrum, Llevant, Nova Mar Bella, Mar Bella, Bogatell, Nova Icària, Somorrostro, Barceloneta, Sant Miquel and Sant Sebastià
Understanding the beaches of Somorrostro, Sant Sebastià, the Barceloneta and Sant Miquel, there is La Barceloneta, a triangular-shaped neighborhood with more than 250 years of history, intimately linked to the sea and to the maritime tradition occupations. The scent of salt and the murmur of the waves accompany those who stroll through its streets.
Pero sin duda, el barrio de Barcelona con más vistas al mar es Poblenou. Se trata de una auténtica zona de contrastes; formada por un gran núcleo urbano en el que se levantan grandes avenidas y rascacielos, pero también por una zona rural con esencia de pueblo bañada de callejuelas con pequeños comercios de toda la vida. Las playas más cercanas son Nova Icària, Bogatell y Mar Bella.
The Diagonal Mar area is one of the most recent in the city, and although it is still in the process of formation and consolidation, it already has a wide range of tourist attractions. Its privileged location allows easy access to the beaches of Nova Mar Bella, Llevant and the Banys del Fòrum area.
But beyond its beaches, the presence of the sea in Barcelona permeates every corner and has historically given the city its Mediterranean and cosmopolitan character.
The Núñez i Navarro Hotels, located in the very heart of Barcelona, offer visitors 9 options to feel at home while enjoying the city, even in the summer. Each of them is unique and has its own personality to suit the tastes and needs of every customer, providing excellent connectivity to the beaches of Barcelona.
The hotels Universal, Jazz, Paral·lel, B-Hotel, Soho and H-1898, equipped with all the amenities and services, offer tourists an excellent location in the center of Barcelona, with direct access to the best beaches of Barcelona in less than 15 minutes and also feature an exclusive swimming pool for their guests.
