Magic Fountain of Montjuïc
Magic Fountain of Montjuïc, Art Deco fountain at Sants-Montjuïc, Spain.
The Magic Fountain of Montjuïc is a monumental fountain in the Sants-Montjuïc district of Barcelona, composed of a central round basin surrounded by smaller pools of water. The installation spreads across a wide plaza at the foot of Montjuïc hill, with colored spotlights embedded in the ground and water jets positioned at different heights.
Architect Carles Buïgas designed the fountain for the 1929 Barcelona International Exposition, with construction completed within one year using a large workforce. The original installation was modernized in the 1980s when new lighting technology and computer-controlled systems were installed to enable more complex choreographies.
After dark, the fountain transforms into a free open-air stage where locals and visitors gather on the steps to watch the spectacle unfold. Performances alternate between classical compositions by Catalan artists and international melodies, with the water responding to the rhythms like an orchestra.
The fountain sits just a short walk from Plaça Espanya metro station, accessible via lines L1 and L3. Shows typically take place in the evening, with exact times varying by season, and the installation may close during inclement weather.
The hydraulics rely on a closed-loop system that recirculates the same water throughout each performance, reducing consumption considerably. Programming allows for thousands of possible combinations between light colors and water patterns, with each performance able to vary slightly.
Location: Montjuïc
Inception: 1929
Architects: Carles Buïgas
Creator: Carles Buïgas
Architectural style: Art Deco
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
Address: Pl. de Carles Buïgas, Sants-Montjuïc, 08038 Barcelona, Spain
Opening Hours: April 01-May 31: Friday,Saturday 21:00-22:00; June 01-September 30: Wednesday-Sunday 21:30-22:30; October 01-31: Thursday-Saturday 21:00-22:00; November 01-January 06,March 01-31: Thursday-Saturday 20:00-21:00
Website: https://barcelona.cat/ca/que-pots-fer-a-bcn/font-magica
GPS coordinates: 41.37083,2.15167
Latest update: December 4, 2025 23:05
A selection of monumental water features of cultural and architectural merit. The fountains adorn European squares, gardens and palaces since the 16th century and display motifs from mythology, religion and history.
Barcelona offers a wide range of architectural and cultural sites that reflect centuries of Catalan history. The city combines Gothic churches and medieval streets with the organic forms of Antoni Gaudí's modernist buildings. From the Sagrada Família to Parc Güell, his designs shape the cityscape, while the Gothic Quarter and palaces such as Palau Güell represent earlier periods. Museums including the Picasso Museum and Joan Miró Foundation illustrate the city's artistic legacy. Markets like La Boqueria and Sant Antoni provide insight into Catalan daily life. The waterfront district of La Barceloneta, the Olympic Port, and Montjuïc with its cable car and fountain broaden the range. Other destinations include Casa Batlló, Casa Milà, the Hospital de Sant Pau, the National Art Museum of Catalonia, and the Aquarium.
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