Each year, hundreds of thousands of people walk along the Moll de la Fusta (Wooden Pier in Catalan) without knowing where they are walking. Though it may not seem like it at first glance, the Moll de la Fusta is one of the most significant architectural elements in Barcelona.

An aerial view of the Moll de la Fusta

This expansive wooden wharf is the maritime extensión of the Passeig de Colom and, as a pedestrian only zone, is ideal to stroll along and enjoy the sights and smells of the sea. Completely remodelled in 1987, the renovation converted the promenade into two levels. The lower level is situated along the water’s edge and lined with palm trees and benches, and the upper level is filled with restaurants, terraces and discos. Together, their design forms an impressive landmark of vanguard architecture.

Additionally, the lower part of the pier is an enjoyable promenade to walk along, and it’s popular too. On sunny days it becomes one of the busiest spots in the whole city. Adjacent to the Moll de la Fusta is the mailboat, the Santa Eulalia, a restored sailing ship that is now used by the Maritime Museum of Barcelona in their educational activities.

On the other side of the Moll we find Maremagnum, united by the now-famous draw bridge, whose raisings and lowerings have become a favourite tourist attraction.

Check out our special prices for apartments in Barcelona near the port, La Barceloneta and Passeig de Colom to experiences a few days of purely Mediterranean ambience on the water’s edge.

Unique experiences await you at Maremagnum!  If you like shopping, you will find more than thirty popular stores in this huge open aire mall.  Also, you and your friends can experience a social and leisurely time in the expansive open spaces and sea side terraces of the main building while enjoying just about any kind of food you desire.  Maremagnum is open from 10am-10pm every day of the year, including Sundays and holidays.

Besides its year-round offerings, Maremagnum has even more opportunities for fun in the summer.  For example,  you can visit the Bubble Park! 

This very entertaining park definitely offers unique experiences never before seen until now, like the ability to float in water without getting wet, jump eight meters in the air, and pedal a trike faster than ever before!  Bubble Park at Maremagnum offers these three great attractions:

1. Bungydome
   You can jump freely up to eight meters high while enclosed in a geodesic dome measuring 10x12 meters.
2. Triketrack
   Pedaling, speed, and staying on the ground are no longer incompatible with the Triketrack!
3. Bubblepool
   What do you think it would be like to have an inflated transparent bubble around you while you are submerged in a pool?  Everything feels different and is worth the experience in this new dimension! 

In addition to Bubble Park, Maremagnum encourages you to enjoy an “Experience Day” tour there.  This is a great attraction for anyone who wants to get a better feel for the city of Barcelona.  Maremagnum maps out a route that takes you through the heart of the city and allows you to discover all of its corners, anecdotes, and curiosities.  Plus, it's as easy as downloading a tour file to an mp3 player.  The tour begins in Plaza Cataluña and ends in Maremagnum.    

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