The Tísner Square renovation began in Barcelona’s Poblenou neighbourhood on Monday, 16 February. City crews started work on this long-awaited redevelopment of Tísner Square (Plaça Tísner). Consequently, this project will transform the area into a dedicated sports hub.

For years, this 1,330-square-metre space functioned as an informal car park. Now, the Barcelona City Council reclaims the land for public use. Specifically, this €320,080 project will convert the grey asphalt into a vibrant recreational hub for local residents.

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Tísner Square Renovation: From Car Park to Community Hub

This renovation is a victory for the local community in the Sant Martí district. Indeed, the project originated from a citizen proposal within the city’s participatory budget scheme. Residents highlighted a critical lack of outdoor infrastructure for teenagers and young people in the area.

After months of planning, heavy machinery arrived on site today. Moreover, the design prioritises physical activity and intergenerational socialising. Consequently, the goal is to turn a neglected plot into the new sporting heart of the neighbourhood.

Designed for Youth and Recreation

The centrepiece of the Tísner Square renovation will be a new street-style basketball court. Furthermore, the council will install a specialised concrete pavement with anti-slip treatment and a hoop for free play.

To ensure safety, the sports zone will be enclosed by a galvanised steel perimeter fence and high-strength nylon netting. Notably, this solution protects pedestrians from stray balls without creating an opaque visual barrier.

Beyond basketball, the site will feature:

  • Two outdoor ping-pong tables.
  • New rows of benches for rest and socialising.
  • Full repaving using Barcelona’s traditional panot tiles to distinguish pedestrian areas from sports zones.

Timeline and Traffic Impact

Despite the size of the area, the City Council devised a construction plan to minimise disruption. The works should last four months. Therefore, traffic impact will be negligible for most of that period.

The only significant disruption will be a ten-day window. During this time, the bus lane on Carrer de Badajoz will be occupied. Indeed, this is necessary to facilitate curb adjustments for the new square.

If the schedule holds, the Tísner Square renovation will finish by early summer 2026. This offers residents a renewed public space for the warmer months. Moreover, this project is part of broader ongoing updates to the city’s public transport infrastructure.

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