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The historic diving pool at CNB is reborn in Barcelona after 23 years closed
Barcelona recovers one of its most iconic sports venues with the reopening of the diving pool at Club Natació Barcelona. After more than two decades closed, the facility located in l’Escullera will return to activity in about a year, bringing back to the city a unique indoor facility.
The venue stands out not only for its functional value, but also for its historical significance. Founded in 1922, the club was a pioneer with the first indoor pool in Spain and one of the first in the world with heated seawater. Now, its art deco-style diving pool is preparing for a second life as the only indoor pool of its kind in all of Barcelona.
The reopening expands opportunities for athletes, clubs, and users who until now have not had a suitable space for indoor diving training. It also opens the door to new competitions and activities, strengthening a discipline that has historically been important in the city, especially since the Juegos Olímpicos in 1992.
The project responds to years of demands from the aquatic community, who have called for the recovery of facilities adapted to current needs. The return of this space allows for a more diverse sports offering in an area where demand continues to grow.
Recovering infrastructures like this not only brings activity back to an iconic venue, but also strengthens access to sport in the city. In a context where specialised facilities are scarce, the reopening of the diving pool helps balance the offering and keeps an important part of the local sporting heritage alive.