Montjuïc Communications Tower, Barcelona

Name: Montjuïc Communications Tower
Address: Barcelona, Spain

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Montjuïc Communications Tower, Barcelona

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The Montjuïc Communications Tower, popularly known as Torre Calatrava and Torre Telefónica, is a telecommunication tower in the Montjuïc neighbourhood of Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain. It was designed by Santiago Calatrava, with construction taking place from 1989 to 1992. The white tower was built for Telefónica to transmit television coverage of the 1992 Summer Olympic Games in Barcelona. The 136-metre tower is located in the Olympic park and represents an athlete holding the Olympic Flame. ()

Local name: Torre de telecomunicaciones de Montjuic Completed: 1992 (32 years ago)Architectural style: Neo-futurismCoordinates: 41°21'51"N, 2°9'2"E

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Sants-Montjuïg (Parc de Montjuïc)Barcelona Spain

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Montjuïc Communications Tower – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya, CaixaForum Barcelona, Magic Fountain of Montjuïc, Fundació Joan Miró.

~1710 ftNE
11th- to 20th-century Catalan art museum
Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya, Barcelona
9 min walk • Perched majestically atop Barcelona's Montjuïc hill, the Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya (MNAC) is not only a beacon of cultural heritage but also an architectural marvel. This grand museum, housed in the Palau Nacional, showcases an extensive collection of Catalan...
0.5 miN
Contemporary arts center in old factory
CaixaForum Barcelona, Barcelona
13 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Barcelona, CaixaForum Barcelona is a modern art gallery that has become a beacon of contemporary culture and a must-visit destination for art enthusiasts. Housed in a former textile factory, this museum is an exemplary model of modernist...
0.5 miN
Fountain
Magic Fountain of Montjuïc, Barcelona
13 min walk • The Magic Fountain of Montjuïc is a captivating spectacle in the heart of Barcelona, Spain, combining water, light, and music in a mesmerizing display that has enchanted visitors since its inception. Created for the 1929 International Exposition, the fountain is a...
0.6 miNE
Hilltop modern art museum honoring Miro
Fundació Joan Miró, Barcelona
15 min walk • Perched on the hill of Montjuïc in Barcelona, Spain, the Fundació Joan Miró stands as a beacon of modern art, dedicated to the life and works of the illustrious Catalan painter, sculptor, and ceramicist Joan Miró. Founded by Miró himself in 1975, the museum is a...
~1710 ftN
Spanish regional architecture museum
Poble Espanyol, Barcelona
9 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Barcelona, Poble Espanyol is a unique open-air museum that offers visitors a taste of Spain without leaving the city. Built in 1929 for the Barcelona International Exhibition, this architectural museum was designed to encapsulate the essence of...
~670 ftSE
Huge indoor arena for sports and concerts
Palau Sant Jordi, Barcelona
4 min walk • Palau Sant Jordi, an emblem of Barcelona's sporting architecture, is a versatile indoor arena nestled on the Montjuïc hill. Inaugurated in 1990 for the 1992 Summer Olympics, it was designed by the renowned Japanese architect Arata Isozaki, and has since become a key...
~1390 ftE
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys, Barcelona
7 min walk • The Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys is an emblematic sports venue nestled in the picturesque Montjuïc area of Barcelona, Spain. Originally constructed in 1927 for the International Exposition, it was extensively renovated in the late 1980s to serve as the main stadium...
~510 ftN
Sport venue, Sport, Water park
Piscines Bernat Picornell, Barcelona
3 min walk • Piscines Bernat Picornell is a swimming venue situated in the Olympic Ring in Montjuïc, Barcelona. The venue consists of three swimming pools: a 50m indoor pool, a 50m outdoor pool, and a pool for diving.
0.4 miN
Architectural lectures and exhibitions
Barcelona Pavilion, Barcelona
11 min walk • The Barcelona Pavilion, also known as the German Pavilion, is an emblematic structure in the city of Barcelona, Spain. Originally designed by the renowned architect Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, this building is a masterpiece of modern architecture and a key reference...
~500 ftSE
Sport venue, Sport, Specialty museum
Anella Olímpica, Barcelona
3 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Barcelona, the Anella Olímpica, or Olympic Ring, stands as a testament to the city's vibrant sporting history. This expansive sports complex was a focal point of the 1992 Summer Olympics, an event that not only showcased the world's premier...
~1940 ftE
Museum, Specialty museum, Historical place
Olympic and Sports Museum Joan Antoni Samaranch, Barcelona
10 min walk • The Juan Antonio Samaranch Olympic and Sports Museum opened in 2007 at the Olympic Ring in Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain. The museum is located in front of the Lluís Companys Olympic Stadium at the Montjuïc hill.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Montjuïc Communications Tower?

Nearby attractions include Anella Olímpica, Barcelona (3 min walk), Palau Sant Jordi, Barcelona (4 min walk), Montjuïc, Barcelona (5 min walk), Antic Jardí Botànic De Montjuic, Barcelona (6 min walk).

How to get to Montjuïc Communications Tower by public transport?

The nearest stations to Montjuïc Communications Tower:

Bus

Piscines Picornell - Museu Nacional • Lines: 125, 150 (5 min walk)
Av Estadi - INEFC • Lines: 125, 150 (6 min walk)

Metro

Magòria - la Campana • Lines: L8 (17 min walk)
Foneria • Lines: L10 Sud (18 min walk)

Train

Parc de Montjuïc (19 min walk)
Barcelona - Sants (30 min walk)