Cuartel del Bruch

The Cuartel del Bruch is a Spanish Army barracks in the Pedralbes neighborhood of Barcelona. Built between 1928 and 1934, the building is notable for an architectural style reminiscent of medieval fortresses. Numerous towers, arrow slits, and battlements define the look of the complex, which was originally designed to relocate infantry units from the historic city center to newer parts of the city. Today the barracks houses the "Barcelona" Infantry Regiment as well as the intermediate archive of the Pyrenees Military Region. You can attend the annual civilian flag-swearing ceremonies, or get a look at military history and structure during the open house days held for Armed Forces Day. Its location near the Diagonal and the university district makes the site a striking landmark in Barcelona's urban fabric.