Barcelona closes beaches and breakwaters due to poor sea conditions and activates municipal alert

The Ayuntamiento de Barcelona has activated an alert due to poor sea conditions. Access to beaches and breakwaters is prohibited. The Guardia Urbana is increasing patrols along the coast. Find out the recommendations and how this affects the city. Stay informed about the situation in Barcelona.

The Ayuntamiento de Barcelona has implemented the Pla Bàsic d’Emergència Municipal at alert phase due to the worsening state of the sea. The increase in wave height, which may exceed 2.5 metres, has led the authorities to take preventive measures to protect the public and urban furniture.

As part of this protocol, residents of Barcelona are advised to exercise extreme caution and avoid any access to the beaches. It is also reminded that it is forbidden to approach the breakwaters or enter the water while the red flag is flying, which has already been raised on all the city's beaches.

The Guardia Urbana has intensified its presence along the Barcelona coastline, blocking access to the breakwaters and areas where the waves break, with the aim of minimising risks to people. These actions are intended to prevent accidents and material damage in anticipation of adverse maritime conditions.