Don’t be sad because August is gone, the good weather is not over, at least in Barcelona. Our city has a good weather in September and in Barcelona Century Hotel, we know that it is an ideal time to travel to Barcelona.

 

 

One of the most attractive features of Barcelona is its location between sea and mountains. In the same day you can enjoy Barcelona beaches and, in less than an hour, be at the top of one of the mountains that frame Barcelona. Collserola is one of these privileged viewpoints and it is also a great green lung for the city.

 

 

The Collserola Park is one of the largest parks nearer to our city. With almost 7,000 hectares of Mediterranean vegetation, it is a privileged place to walk and enjoy the outdoors. Through its hills, among other species, wild boars, badgers, rabbits, squirrels coexist in full nature and complete freedom, and their birds skewer like the sparrow hawk.

Collserola offers great attractions and different activities, so if you decide to visit this great green lung of Barcelona, ​​ask at reception what is the best way and transport that links the Barcelona Century Hotel with Collserola.

Spending a day in Collserola

There are several hiking trails for walking, running or cycling. If you are interested in knowing more about these routes, you can click here to see all the routes offered by Collserola.

 

 

The maximum height of  «El Collserola Park» is the Tibidabo, 512 meters above sea level, where the historic amusement park is located. If you decide to go, you will enjoy a lovely placed, created to enjoy with the whole family.
Here you will find further details.

 

 

Right next to the Tibidabo stands the Temple of the Sacred Heart of Jesus (Sagrat Cor). This temple was designed by the architect Enric Sagnier i Villavecchia and ended up by his son. It is worth visiting to discover the details that hide and to see more closely the image of the Christ that dominates the temple from the very top of the mountain.

 

 

It is also interesting to see in terms of architecture The Tower of Collserola. It was built on the 1992 Olympic Games to improve telecommunications. Its author was the architect Norman Foster and with its 288 meters of height is the highest building of the city.

 

 

Having a low budget does not mean giving up comfort and good style. Staying in a central hotel in Barcelona as the Barcelona Century hotel is great deal. You just have to decide which is the formula that best suits you and then book it from our website.

We have the best price guaranteed for members of our Barcelona Century Club. Become a member of our Club and receive up to a 32% discount on your reservations.

We also have these other promotions:

• Use our code BESTOFFER2018 to make your reservation from our official website and get a 10% discount.
• And if you plan your trip 20 days in advance, get a 20% discount with our Early Booking rate.

A very good excuse to come in August to Barcelona is Gracia Festivities. Festa Major de Gràcia (Fiesta Mayor de Gracia). It is celebrated in Gracia’s neighborhood, one of the most populars in the city. Besides, it is ideal for adults and children.
If you fancy to see a new amazing type of Festivity, we suggest you to look for accommodation in Barcelona as soon as possible. Then you are ready to join the local people and enjoy this special celebration!

 

If you do not know what expect exactly, here some further details:

Between the 14th of August and the 23rd, many streets of the Gracia neighborhood are adorned with recycled materials, with cheerful colors and with the most entertaining themes to celebrate among friends and family that their great week has already arrived.
In addition, this year promises to be very special since they celebrate the bicentennial of the Festivity.

Gracia’s festivities are one of the most awaited ones in Barcelona. In its program, there is a wide range of activities distributed throughout the week: competitions and workshops for adults and children, concerts, sports activities, neighborhood dinners in each adorned street, theater, exhibitions, popular gin, open free cinema and castellers.

Being in Gracia during those date is extremely fun. Just take a map with you and follow the adorned streets, be sure that you will be surprised with the creativity of the neighbors.

On top, decorate with grace has a prize;)

Perhaps the most representative activity of this festivity is the competition of decorations of streets and balconies that neighbors have organized and prepared during many weeks before. It is clear that the competition is a very favorable point when it comes to encouraging neighbors to get the first prize for their street or balcony, which means that during those days the neighborhood is an exceptional place to stroll and admire every corner.

This year, the adorned spaces will add up to 21 streets, with up to thirty balconies and decorated doorways.
Don’t miss it!

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