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The farewell to the summer, the leaves begin to turn to toasted tones and the city recovers its slow rhythm. Autumn arrives in Barcelona with a renewed air, offering a perfect combination of culture, gastronomy and landscapes that invite rediscovery. It is the ideal time to savour the city now in a different light, to explore new spaces and to enjoy plans that adapt to all tastes. Here are 9 essential proposals to experience Barcelona at this time of year.
1. Autumn flavours: mushrooms, chestnuts and white truffle
Autumn is the perfect season to enjoy intense flavors and seasonal products. It is time for roasted sweet potatoes, pumpkin, figs and pomegranates, ingredients that become protagonists both in homes and restaurants in Barcelona. Chestnuts, mushrooms and grapes are also in season, essential to accompany rice dishes and stews. Do not forget the black turnips of La Cerdanya or the white truffle to add a sophisticated touch to any recipe.
2. Wine tourism route near the sea
Autumn is harvest time, and Barcelona is an ideal destination to enjoy wine tourism. Just half an hour from the centre, visit wineries where you can learn about organic production while taking in views of the Mediterranean. Tour the vineyards of the Penedès by bicycle or segway and join a guided tasting of wines and Cavas. And if you stay in the city, the Can Calopa de Dalt farmhouse, the only urban winery in Collserola, is unmissable.
3. Walks through the Collserola and Montjuïc Park
Autumn is perfect to enjoy the parks of Barcelona. Collserola offers routes through pine and oak forests to viewpoints such as Tibidabo. Montjuïc offers the Joan Brossa Gardens or a visit to the Castle of Montjuïc, with historical and cultural activities. For a unique experience, book a guided night tour and discover the legends of these natural spaces.
4. The main festivities
Autumn sees Barcelona celebrating various neighbourhood festivals with traditional activities, concerts and shows. Highlights include the Sagrada Familia’s Autumn Festival, the Sant Martí Festival, and the Verneda and Peace Festival. The Sant Andreu Festival, at the end of November, features correfocs, castellers and popular dances.
5. Magical Poblenou
At the end of November, Poblenou Open Night transforms the district into a great cultural showcase with art galleries, design studios, creative workshops and gastronomic spaces open until midnight. Enjoy exhibitions, concerts, live shows and interactive activities that reveal the artistic dynamism of the area.
6. Charming markets and fairs
In autumn, Barcelona’s markets are filled with flavours and colours. The Mercat de Sant Antoni hosts gastronomic days with tastings of seasonal ingredients. Meanwhile, Palo Market Fest and All Those Food Market are key events to discover local producers and artisanal delights.
7. Horror and Fantasy Cinema
Autumn is also the time for cinema, and the Sitges Festival — the International Fantasy Film Festival of Catalonia — is one of the world’s most important events in fantasy, horror and science fiction. For ten days, the coastal town of Sitges becomes the epicenter of the seventh art, with premieres, marathons, conferences and encounters with major filmmakers.
8. Discover hidden gardens
In autumn, Barcelona’s parks and gardens take on warm tones. The Garden of La Tamarita, the Mossèn Costa i Llobera Garden on Montjuïc, and the Vil·la Amèlia Gardens in Sarrià are peaceful refuges full of nature, fountains and panoramic views.
9. Relax and well-being
Barcelona offers a wide range of spas and wellness centres. AIRE Ancient Baths, in the Born district, provides a sensory journey through thermal pools and massages. 43 The Spa, at Hotel Arts, offers panoramic views and revitalizing waters. The Signature Spa at Yurbban Passage Hotel, the first vegan spa in Spain, stands out for its 100% natural and eco-friendly treatments.
