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As the days start to get colder, there are still more and more places where it’s comfortable to work out. Whether it’s at the beach, in a park, or even in outdoor gardens and sports facilities, the cooler weather means you can exercise wherever you like.

In addition to plenty of outdoor spaces, Barcelona is home to a wide range of great gyms at reasonable prices. You’ll find all kinds of gyms across the city, offering everything from fully equipped workout areas to saunas and relaxing spa treatments.

Gyms in Barcelona

Aiguajoc, perfect for those who only need a one-week pass

Aiguajoc in the Raval neighbourhood, is home to a well-equipped gym with excellent machines and functional training equipment. There’s no minimum stay required, and they offer great discounts on both services and products.

They also offer physiotherapy and beauty treatments. One of the best things about this gym is its flexible membership options, including a 1-day pass, a 7-day pass, and longer-term memberships, making it ideal whether you’re staying in Barcelona for a week or a full month.

Prices are also very reasonable, and to find the membership that best suits your needs and fits you perfectly, feel free to contact them directly!

Address: Carrer del Comte Borrell, 21, 33, 08015 Barcelona

Club Natació Atlètic-Barceloneta, a gym by the beach?

The Club Natació Atlètic-Barceloneta boasts five swimming pools—two indoor and three outdoor! If you don’t mind spending a little more, this club offers everything from a solid gym session and a swim to swimming lessons, personal training, and even competitions.

They’re located right on the seafront, giving you direct access to the beach and the sea. To become a member, you can simply visit one of their facilities and bring the required documentation with you.

The best thing about this gym is that if you’re staying in one of our apartments in Barcelona, you could benefit from a free 1-day pass.

Address: Plaça del Mar, s/n, 08003 Barcelona, Spain

We/On, a premium gym chain

We/On, formerly known as Holmes Place, is a chain of premium gyms in Barcelona. They have gyms located all across the city, which means you can join and work out wherever suits you best.

They offer a wide range of free weights, weight rooms, and cardio machines, as well as a variety of daily classes. They also provide access to nutritionists and physiotherapists who help you work towards your personalised goals. In addition, they offer personal trainers and recovery spas. Their recovery spas are designed to help your muscles relax and recover, ensuring you’re properly rested after a long and intense workout.

Membership prices start at €87/month, but you can speak directly with their staff to find the plan that best suits you, depending on whether you’re a professional or a student.

Locations:

Carrer de Balmes, 44–46, 08007 Barcelona

Carrer d’Ausiàs Marc, 9–11, 08010 Barcelona

DiR, wherever you are

DiR is home to a wide range of gyms, yoga studios, high-intensity training centres and boxing clubs. They offer personal trainers, physiotherapy and osteopathy, as well as restaurants and a variety of classes such as Zumba.

They have an impressive 35 gyms across Catalonia, so wherever you are, there’s likely a DiR nearby. You can easily check which gym is closest to you on their website. One of the best things about this gym is that prices are very reasonable — and if you’re a university student, you may even be eligible for a discounted membership fee or sign-up offer! On top of that, members enjoy extra perks such as points rewards and exclusive discounts.

Inner Flow Studio, a premium gym to train with flow

Inner Flow Studio is a holistic gym in La Barceloneta offering a wide range of classes such as yoga, pilates, cycling, meditation, and functional training. In addition to its gym and outdoor training space, it features a functional spa with saunas, a plunge pool, and a flotation cabin, as well as a Bio Lab for personalised nutrition and wellness treatments. Their offering includes training, recovery, and mindfulness programmes tailored to each member.

When it comes to pricing, an initial assessment of €299 is required to personalise your programme. Both monthly and annual memberships include unlimited access to classes, the gym, and the spa, with flexible payment options available.

Inner Flow stands out for its holistic and science-based approach, combining exercise, meditation, and recovery to achieve overall balance and long-lasting results.

Address: Passeig del Mare Nostrum, 15, Ciutat Vella, 08039 Barcelona

Outdoor Spaces

If you’re someone who prefers to work out in outdoor spaces and make the most of what’s around you, here are some perfect spots to exercise where you’ll have plenty of room and can truly enjoy your surroundings.

Montjuïc Park, the beautiful green garden

Montjuïc Park is a beautiful green space that’s home to a wide range of artistic, cultural, sporting, and tourist attractions. In fact, it features a large number of sports facilities and is also home to the magical Montjuïc Fountain. The park itself sits at 173 metres above sea level, so if you’re planning to run or walk around the area, it’s a workout in itself!

Montjuïc is also home to Barcelona’s Olympic Park, making it the perfect place to go for a run, train, or even enjoy a long walk as a warm-up. The park is vast and offers plenty of space to do whatever workout you have in mind.

They also have the Municipal Swimming Pool, which is open to the public and features two pools: one for diving and an outdoor 25-metre pool! It’s the perfect spot for running, working out, or simply going for a swim.

Working out on the beach? La Barceloneta is the place for you

La Barceloneta Beach stretches for over 1,100 metres and offers a wide range of sports activities. The seafront promenade is ideal for walking or jogging, while running on the sand comes with plenty of benefits: it requires more energy, provides softer impact, strengthens smaller stabilising muscles, boosts overall performance, and challenges your core (abs, lower back, pelvis, and glutes).

There are also areas dedicated to strength training, just before Bogatell Beach. As this area tends to be less crowded, you’ll find plenty of workout machines and training benches available.

There are also circuit training areas where you can easily stay in shape while enjoying beach views and the fresh sea breeze.

Collserola, fancy a hike?

Hiking is an amazing way to work out, engaging both the mind and the body. Walking on uneven terrain activates a wide range of muscles, improves balance and stability, and helps you burn plenty of calories along the way.

Hiking isn’t just great for burning calories — it’s also been proven to be a powerful stress reliever and a perfect way to clear and relax your mind.

Collserola is a beautiful mountain range located between the Besòs and Llobregat rivers. These mountains separate Barcelona from the Vallès plain, and their highest peak reaches 512 metres. Hiking in this area not only rewards you with stunning views over Barcelona, but also gives you access to historic landmarks such as the Collserola Tower and Castellciuró Castle.

If you’d like to learn more about outdoor spaces, check out our blog post on the 12 best parks and gardens in Barcelona.

So, if this year you’ve set yourself the goal of moving more and taking better care of yourself, Barcelona offers the perfect setting to do it at your own pace and in your own way.