Barcelona closes out August with transport disruptions on two fronts and a stretch of unstable weather, while the autumn cultural calendar starts to fill up with concerts and shows. Residents dealing with metro works and possible airport strikes this weekend get a break with warmer nights but real storm and heat risk through the week.
The Week's Biggest Stories
L9/L10 Nord metro line shut for a week
The L9/L10 Nord line closes between La Sagrera and Bon Pastor from August 31 through September 6. A free shuttle bus will cover the route while work is carried out, so commuters on that stretch should plan extra time.
Busy airport weekend, possible Groundforce strike
El Prat expects around 3,278 flights this weekend, one of its busiest stretches of the summer. A possible strike by Groundforce ground staff could add delays, so anyone flying should build in extra time at the airport.
L4 metro line fully reopens after two-month works
Metro line L4 returns to normal service on August 31 after almost two months of renovation work. The upgrade is meant to improve accessibility along the line.
Severe storms forecast for Barcelona this evening
Forecasters are warning of heavy rain and strong winds hitting Barcelona this evening. Officials are urging people to limit travel while the storm passes through.
Heatwave pushed temperatures to 35C late August
A heatwave brought highs of up to 35C to Barcelona starting August 27. The dry, hot conditions raised fire risk in the area, a factor worth keeping in mind for anyone near green spaces or heading out of the city.
Montjuïc's autumn concert season kicks off
The Olympic Ring on Montjuïc opens a run of major concerts from September through December, with international and local acts. The Weeknd plays the opening show on September 1, so expect crowds and transport pressure around the venue that night.
Brunch Electronik returns to Montjuïc
The electronic music festival Brunch Electronik held a session at Montjuïc on August 30, with further dates on September 5 and 13, the latter a charity edition. It remains one of the city's bigger recurring outdoor music draws.
Cirque du Soleil's KURIOS opens in L'Hospitalet
Cirque du Soleil's show KURIOS debuts on September 3 in L'Hospitalet and runs through October 18. The production is built around a fictional 19th-century inventor's laboratory, adding another big-ticket show to the area's autumn lineup.
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