Anella Olimpica

Anella Olimpica, Barcelona (Historic sites) — Fig. 01Anella Olimpica© Amadalvarez · CC BY 3.0

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About Anella Olimpica

The Anella Olímpica is a major sports complex on Montjuïc in Barcelona that served as the main venue for the 1992 Summer Olympics. In addition to the Olympic Stadium and the Palau Sant Jordi sports arena, the grounds include the telecommunications tower designed by Santiago Calatrava, the National Institute of Physical Education, and the Picornell swimming pools. Here you can visit the Joan Antoni Samaranch Olympic and Sports Museum and explore the complex, which was originally planned around the Plaça d'Europa and the stadium. The design combines rational minimalism with expanses of water, while the futuristic tower defines the look of the site and creates a striking contrast with the historic surroundings.

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At a glance

Category: Sight › Historic sites
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Address: Passeig Olímpic S/N
08038 Barcelona, Spain
District: Sants-Montjuïc
Phone: —
Website: www.barcelonaturisme.com
Email: —
Coordinates: 41.36326° N · 2.15183° E
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Identifier: ID e16ab92c-8dc…

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Location & surroundings

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FAQ about Anella Olimpica

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What is the Anella Olímpica in Barcelona?

The Anella Olímpica is a major sports complex on Montjuïc in Barcelona and was the main venue of the 1992 Summer Olympics. The site was originally planned around the Plaça d’Europa and the Olympic Stadium. Today you can explore the complex and see the Olympic architecture up close.

What is part of the Anella Olímpica on Montjuïc?

The Anella Olímpica in Barcelona includes the Olympic Stadium, the Palau Sant Jordi sports arena, the telecommunications tower designed by Santiago Calatrava, the National Institute of Physical Education, and the Picornell swimming pools. The design combines rational minimalism with water features. The futuristic tower defines the look of the area and creates an exciting contrast with the historic surroundings.

Where is the Anella Olímpica in Barcelona?

The Anella Olímpica is located on Montjuïc in Barcelona's Sants-Montjuïc district, Spain. The address is Passeig Olímpic S/N. If you need a break, travelguide195 lists about 4 restaurants within 500 meters.

What can you see around the Anella Olímpica?

Around the Anella Olímpica in Barcelona you'll find several museums and attractions, especially on the theme of the Olympics. travelguide195 lists, among others, the Galeria Olímpica about 230 meters away, the Campana Olímpica monument about 340 meters away, and the Museu Olímpic i de l'Esport Joan Antoni Samaranch about 570 meters away. Also within walking distance you'll find the Palauet Albéniz about 540 meters away, the Palacio Nacional about 580 meters away, and the Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya about 590 meters away.

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