Carmel Hill, Mountain summit in Horta-Guinardó, Spain
Carmel Hill is a summit in Barcelona that rises 266 meters and forms one of three major peaks in the city's landscape. Multiple walking trails of varying difficulty provide access to the summit and different viewpoints along the routes.
The area surrounding the hill expanded rapidly from the 1960s onward when workers arrived and built homes during Spain's period of industrial growth. This development period established the character of the neighborhood as it exists today.
The hill serves as a gathering point for hikers and nature lovers who live in the surrounding neighborhoods and use the paths regularly. Locals appreciate how the mountain offers green space and views without requiring travel far from their homes.
It is best to wear sturdy footwear since the paths can be steep and uneven, especially when wet or muddy. Access is on foot from different neighborhood entry points, and there is no parking at the summit.
In 2005 a metro tunnel construction accident occurred near the hill, leading to evacuations of nearby residents. The incident prompted infrastructure improvements and better emergency protocols in the surrounding neighborhoods.
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