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Barcelona by bike: discover the city on two wheels

By | 24 August, 2023 | 0 comments

Are you a fan of cycling? Ever wanted to explore a new city on two wheels? It’s the perfect way to discover a new destination from an altogether different perspective, as you can reach more places in far less time and have a lot of fun while ticking off all the best tourist attractions in the city. Today, we’ll show you four of our favourite cycling routes as you discover Barcelona by bike!

Barcelona en bici

1. A spectacular modernist bike route!

If you’re in Barcelona, you simply have to make time to experience one of its most charming features, the modernist architecture by Antoni Gaudí. We recommend you follow an itinerary covering all his most famous buildings to get a good idea of what it involves and how modernism has influenced life in Barcelona.

There are a few places no trip would be complete without seeing, so make a note and don’t forget to include the following: the Sagrada Familia, Casa Batlló, La Pedrera or Casa Milá, Casa Planells, Casa Vicens, Park Güell and all the impressive buildings on Paseo de Gracia, where you’ll be able to spot Casa Lleó i Morera and Casa Amatller. Make sure you don’t miss out!

2. A cycling route along Barcelona promenade

The whole of the waterfront and Barcelona promenade is designed so that people can easily get around by bike. There’s a dedicated cycle path along the entire route, where you can travel at your own pace as you enjoy the cooling sea breeze on your skin. An unbeatable feeling!

We recommend you take your time as you soak up the unique atmosphere. From Las Ramblas, head along Passeig Colón until you reach Port Vell and go down Passeig Juan de Borbón all the way to Barceloneta Beach.

3. A route through El Born up to Parc de la Ciutadella

Green spaces, historical landmarks and iconic buildings line this easy and fun route. Start your journey in the Born district, one of the most emblematic neighbourhoods in Barcelona. Known for its avant-garde shops and fashion boutiques, cafés and authentic tapas bars, Born is a great place to recharge your batteries between cycling adventures.

Head towards the Santa María del Mar Basilica, built by the residents of the Ribera neighbourhood and workers from the docks who, stone by stone, built Barcelona’s now infamous “Other Cathedral”. To complete your ride, enter Parc de la Ciutadella where the abundant nature and fresh air will help you switch off from all the hustle and bustle of city life.

4. From Plaça Espanya to Poblenou by Bike in Barcelona

Start your journey at Plaça Espanya, the largest square in Barcelona, built for the 1929 International Exhibition. Continue along Paral·lel until you reach Poble Sec, where you’ll find one of the most famous streets known for its delicious tapas, Carrer Blai.

Next, head to the Columbus Monument, continue towards the Universal Forum of Cultures area, and finish by enjoying the street art in one of the trendiest neighborhoods, Poblenou.

Bike Rental in Barcelona, Where and How?

After reading this post, would you like to rent a bike and explore Barcelona on two wheels? Our hotel receptions can provide you with the necessary information on bike rentals. You can enjoy the route that interests you the most. Start your journey now!

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Barcelona, May 13th 2020

Our highest priority is the health of our customers and employees for this in HCC Hotels is still working hard to provide new and enhanced sanitization and cleaning protocols for a safe stay in our HOTELS.

  • Provision of disinfectant gel in public areas of the hotel.
  • Training adapted for our staff depending on the work department.
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  • Intensification of cleaning and disinfection in rooms and in public areas.
  • Reduction in capacity and respect for the minimum safety distances established throughout the hotel.
  • Adaptation and constant updating of protocols with new security measures against COVID19 at all times.

As always, we will continue offering personalized service, as we have known over more than 25 years of experience.

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Barcelona, March 24th 2020

It is time to take care of each other!

Following the instructions of the Central Government, we communicate that all HCC Hotels will remain closed until the state of alarm ends. The safety of our employees and customers is and has always been our highest priority.

However, we continue to work from home, so we are available by phone (+34) 934817350 or e-mail hcc@hcchotels.es for any questions you have about your reservations.

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