Exploring Barcelona’s sights on foot

Barcelona – what a city! On one side, the sea beckons; on the other, Mount Tibidabo towers above. And with an average temperature of 15 degrees, even in the winter months, it’s a particularly lovely place to explore on foot. Whilst this walking route is a little more strenuous due to the incline, it’s definitely worth the effort. Perhaps it’s the sea, or the food – or Antoni Gaudí’s breathtaking architecture. Or perhaps it’s all of these things combined. One thing is certain: a stroll through Barcelona is an unforgettable experience. The walk begins at Parc de la CiutadellaParc de la CiutadellaParc de la Ciutadella, which is right next to our Motel One Barcelona-CiutadellaMotel One Barcelona-CiutadellaMotel One Barcelona-Ciutadella. The route takes you past the Arc de TriomfArc de TriomfArc de Triomf along what is arguably the city’s most famous street, La Rambla, which is a wonderful place to shop and stroll, all the way to Casa MilàCasa MilàCasa Milà, whose architecture was inspired by tree trunks and elephants and which is just one of many of Gaudí’s buildings along the route. The next of the famous architect’s buildings is the Sagrada FamíliaSagrada FamíliaSagrada Família, the city’s landmark. Even if you were to spend a whole day here, you’d probably still be unable to take in every architectural detail. It’s only at second glance that you can spot the finer details on the façade, such as the natural structures resembling leaves and honeycombs. The next stop on this route is Park GüellPark GüellPark Güell, which captivates visitors right from the start with its astonishing and enchanting entrance. The building is very reminiscent of a gingerbread house and is unique – just like the rest of the park, which was designed by Gaudí on behalf of Eusebi Güell around 1900. One final tip: make sure you drink plenty whilst you’re out walking, as Spain’s hot sun can easily make you break out in a sweat.