Parc Lineal de Garcia Fària

Parc Lineal de Garcia Fària is a narrow, kilometre-long linear park in Barcelona, linking the Poblenou and Diagonal Mar neighbourhoods along the city's northeastern coastline.

How do you get there?

The park runs between Carrer de Bilbao and Carrer de Josep Pla, right alongside the Ronda del Litoral in the Sant Martí district. The closest metro stops are El Maresme/Fòrum and Selva de Mar on line L4, both a short walk from the park. Several bus routes running along Avinguda Diagonal also stop nearby. From the park itself, direct paths lead straight down to the beach via Carrer de Bac de Roda, Carrer de Selva de Mar and Carrer de Josep Pla, which makes it a convenient starting point for a walk along the seafront.

What will you see?

The park opened in 2004, designed by architects Pere Joan Ravetllat and Carme Ribas as part of the redevelopment of the Diagonal Mar area ahead of the 2004 Universal Forum of Cultures. Its layout plays with topography and planting to create distinct parallel strips — some flat, some sloped — separated by large flowerbeds. The whole park actually sits on top of an underground car park built alongside the Ronda del Litoral.

On the inland side runs a wide, dedicated cycle lane, bordered by a strip of greenery. On the seaward side, the park works almost like a viewpoint, opening onto the nearby beaches and the coastline beyond. Together, the walking and cycling route connects two larger green spaces — Parc de Poblenou and Parc de Diagonal Mar — forming a continuous green corridor through this part of the city.

Along the way there are rest areas and children's playgrounds, making the park a practical stop for a break during a longer walk along Barcelona's waterfront.

When should you visit?

Morning or late afternoon are the best times, since the park's open layout offers little shade and can feel hot under the midday summer sun. Its closeness to the beach also makes it a natural stop before or after a swim. In spring and autumn, Barcelona's mild climate makes it a pleasant walking route at almost any time of day.

Who is it for?

Cyclists looking for a smooth coastal route and families with children who can use the playgrounds along the way will get the most out of this park. It isn't a major tourist attraction in the classic sense, but it works well as a functional green link between two larger parks and as an access point to the beaches in this part of the city.

Frequently asked questions

How long is Parc Lineal de Garcia Fària? The linear park is just over a kilometre long, running between Carrer de Bilbao and Carrer de Josep Pla.

When was the park built? It opened in 2004 as part of the redevelopment of Diagonal Mar for the Universal Forum of Cultures, designed by architects Pere Joan Ravetllat and Carme Ribas.

Is it close to the beach? Yes, the park has direct access points to the beach via Carrer de Bac de Roda, Carrer de Selva de Mar and Carrer de Josep Pla.

Are there facilities for children? Yes, there are rest areas and children's playgrounds along the route.