Nou Barris, Administrative district in northern Barcelona, Spain
Nou Barris is an administrative district in northern Barcelona that stretches between the Collserola mountains and Meridiana Avenue. The district comprises thirteen separate residential neighborhoods.
The area developed during the 1950s from small settlements near Sant Joan d'Horta and Sant Andreu de Palomar into a major residential zone. This rapid transformation shaped its current structure and urban character.
The district is home to communities from Romania, Ukraine, and Ecuador, whose presence shapes daily life in the neighborhoods. You can see this diversity in local shops, restaurants, and the languages heard on the streets.
The area is well served by public transportation and offers various residential settings from quiet neighborhoods to busier commercial zones. Visitors will find local services and facilities that meet everyday needs.
The name refers to the original nine neighborhoods, even though the area now contains thirteen distinct parts. This naming gap reflects how the district has grown and expanded over time.
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