Barcelona’s Can Baró neighbourhood has reopened Albert Llanas and Miquel dels Sants Oliver after nearly two years of accessibility works. The €2.84 million project covered 5,900 square metres and responded to long-standing resident requests for safer, easier movement on the area’s steep streets.
The main changes include wider pavements, new paving stones and raised pedestrian crossings to slow traffic. The maximum speed limit in the area is now 10 km/h, and the pavements now meet the minimum accessibility standard of 1.80 metres in width.
Another part of the work was moving energy supply services underground, which removed overhead electrical poles. Street lighting was also updated without disturbing existing plants, while safety railings between the pavements and the road were strengthened.
The sewage system was renewed as part of the same project. The works were carried out in response to resident concerns about accessibility and the condition of the streets.
Looking ahead, the city council plans further accessibility improvements on the plot between Albert Llanas, Ana Maria Matute and Cunit streets. Officials said a mechanical element will be installed to deal with the difference in height between the streets, but they have not yet said whether it will be an escalator, a ramp or a lift.
That future scheme is also expected to include sewage renewal, lighting updates and more greenery. For more local coverage, see our news page.
