Magic Fountain of Montjuïc
When water dances with light and color
The Magic Fountain of Montjuïc is a spectacle of music, light, and color that has become a symbol of Barcelona.
Around the choreographies of the Magic Fountain, at the foot of Montjuïc mountain, locals and visitors gather to enjoy a unique show where the dance of the water mesmerizes the audience.
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7 billion combinations of water and light
Built for the 1929 Universal Exhibition by Carles Buïgas, the fountain incorporated music in the 1980s and was fully restored for the 1992 Olympic Games.
The Magic Fountain, the main element of the Maria Cristina avenue cascade and lake ensemble, has around 7 billion viable combinations of water and light, thanks to its ability to combine hydraulic and lighting elements. In this fountain, 2,600 liters of water per second flow to the rhythm of Disney songs, classical music, film soundtracks, or melodies from the 1980s and 1990s, including "Barcelona," the Olympic anthem of Barcelona '92, performed by Freddie Mercury and Catalan soprano Montserrat Caballé at the Magic Fountain.
The fountain has different schedules depending on the time of year.
How to get to the Magic Fountain?
From the CaixaFòrum – Mies Van der Rohe Pavilion stop on the Red Route of the Barcelona Bus Turístic, you can directly access the Magic Fountain of Montjuïc.
For the curious
- In recent years, the fountain has become more sustainable, replacing traditional lighting with LED technology and using groundwater for its operation.
- If you visit in summer, it's advisable to arrive early to combine the fountain show with one of the city's best sunsets.
