Platja de la Nova Icària, Public beach in Vila Olímpica del Poblenou, Barcelona, Spain.
Nova Icária Beach stretches about 400 meters along the coast and features golden sand and clear water between the Olympic Port and a breakwater. The beach has a good width for swimming and sports activities of all kinds.
The area was rebuilt as Barcelona prepared for the 1992 Olympic Games, transforming the entire coastline. The beach became an important public space for both sports and recreation after these changes.
The beach brings together local residents and travelers who swim, play in the water, and meet friends along the shore. You will see families, swimmers, and social groups enjoying the sand and sea throughout the day.
The beach has designated areas with changing facilities and bathing help for people with disabilities, plus special chairs for water access. Sports facilities like volleyball courts and table tennis tables are nearby if you want activities beyond swimming.
This beach sits right next to the Olympic Port and kept the sporting spirit alive with volleyball and table tennis available daily. This focus on sports makes it stand out from other beaches nearby.
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