Turó de la Rovira, Military viewpoint in El Carmel district, Barcelona, Spain
The Turó de la Rovira rises 262 meters above sea level, offering complete views of Barcelona from the Mediterranean Sea to Mount Tibidabo.
During the Spanish Civil War, four Vickers 105mm anti-aircraft guns defended Barcelona from this strategic position against German and Italian air raids.
The hill transformed from military site to informal settlement called Els Canons, housing over 100 families until preparations for the 1992 Olympics.
The site maintains restricted hours, opening at 9:00 AM and closing at 7:30 PM in summer and 5:30 PM in winter to prevent nighttime disturbances.
Original floor tiles and wall fragments from the post-war settlement remain visible among the preserved gun platforms and military structures.
Location: Barcelona
Accessibility: Wheelchair limited access
Address: Carrer de Marià Labèrnia, s/n, Horta-Guinardó, 08032 Barcelona, Spain 08001 Barcelona 08001 Barcelona
Opening Hours: Monday-Friday 16:00-19:00
Phone: +34932562122
Website: https://barcelona.cat/museuhistoria/ca/patrimonis/els-espais-del-muhba/muhba-turo-de-la-rovira
GPS coordinates: 41.41935,2.16174
Latest update: March 7, 2025 00:20
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