Getting lost in Parc del Laberint d'Horta
Are you in Barcelona for a few days with the kids? Then a visit to Parc del Laberint d'Horta is definitely a tip. Parc del Laberint d'Horta is a large park in one of the suburbs of Barcelona. Here you can really escape the hustle and bustle of Barcelona and create a moment of tranquility during your city trip to Barcelona.
Parc del Laberint d'Horta, the oldest garden in Barcelona
Parc del Laberint d'Horta is the oldest garden in Barcelona and is located in the north of this amazing city in Spain. The creation of this garden began in 1792 on the Horta-Guinardó estate of the Marquis of Llupia and Alfarrás. You can still see much of this marquis, such as a monument built to commemorate an afternoon he spent in the company of the king's nephew and his bride.
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The different garden styles of Parc del Laberint d'Horta
Parc del Laberint d'Horta has different styles and is therefore somewhat reminiscent of the Alhambra in Granada. You will see Moorish arches and Arabic and Mediterranean influences in this beautiful park in Barcelona.
A piece of Greek mythology in Parc del Laberint d'Horta
You can recognize different themes in Parc del Laberint d'Horta, but one theme that really stands out is Greek Mythology. In Parc del Laberint d'Horta, for example, there is a statue of the God of wine Dionysos, a statue of Apollo and the nine muses and two temples in honor of Artemis and Danaë.
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Lots of water in Parc del Laberint d'Horta
Another theme that clearly emerges in Parc del Laberint d'Horta is water. Water returns in several ways in these royal gardens in Barcelona. There are several fountains in this park, but you can also see waterfalls, ponds, streams and canals in Parc del Laberint d'Horta.
Romance in Parc del Laberint d'Horta
The romantic style that you see in Parc del Laberint d'Horta, was only created much later in these gardens.
In the nineteenth century, descendants of the Marquis of Llupia and Alfarrás decided to extend the garden with a romantic part. Here you will see a wide variety of plants and flowers, a natural-looking waterfall, large trees and cute, romantic places to sit.
The highest point of Parc del Laberint d'Horta
At the highest point of Parc del Laberint d'Horta you will find a neoclassical pavilion with a pond, which is richly decorated with all kinds of references to Roman and Greek mythology. This pond is a beautiful spot in Parc del Laberint d'Horta.
Wandering around Parc del Laberint d'Horta
So there is more than enough to see in Parc del Laberint d'Horta. You could spend hours wandering around this large park in Barcelona, exploring the different styles that are clearly visible in Parc del Laberint d'Horta. You can really leave the hustle and bustle of Barcelona behind here and create a moment of tranquility during your city trip to Barcelona.
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The eye-catcher in Parc del Laberint d'Horta
But the absolute eye-catcher in Parc del Laberint d'Horta is the labyrinth. A maze with no less than 2 meters high, green hedges, where the children can run around and get lost in search of one of the exits. In total there are no less than 750 meters of cypress hedges in the Labyrinth of Parc del Laberint d'Horta. In the center of this labyrinth is a large statue of Eros, the god of love. And while the kids are running around here, the parents can relax in the sun and relax.
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Parc del Laberint d'Horta, away from the bustle of Barcelona
Spending an afternoon in Parc del Laberint really does feel like you're away from Barcelona. It is a nice change from all the hustle and bustle in Barcelona itself. Whether you just want to take a nice walk, let the kids run or have a romantic picnic together. It's all possible here. Moreover, it is also just as nice for the children if they can just run around during a city trip to Barcelona.
Never too busy in Parc del Laberint d'Horta
A maximum of 750 people are allowed in Parc del Laberint d'Horta. So it is never too busy in this park. And that is certainly another plus of Parc del Laberint d'Horta and a reason why this park is highly recommended. You may have to stand in line to enter Parc del Laberint d'Horta. We were also a bit shocked when we joined the queue, but the waiting time is not too bad. And the wait was totally worth it.
Tickets: € 2,23 per person
€ 1,42 per person for children 5 to 14 years old.
Tickets are only for sale at the box office.
Admission is free on Wednesdays and Sundays.
Adress: Passeig dels Castanyers, 1, 08035 Barcelona
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