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Sants

Catalonia, Spain · Europe

About Sants

Sants works well as a base: 4km from Basílica de la Sagrada Família.

Sants is a town located in Catalonia, Spain. With a population of 40,831, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, Sants sits in Spain, where you drive on the right. It's in the Europe/Madrid time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Sants to your route.

About Sants

Sants (Catalan pronunciation: [sans]) is a neighbourhood in the southern part of Barcelona. It belongs to the district of Sants-Montjuïc and is bordered by the districts of Eixample to the northeast, Les Corts to the northwest, and by the municipality of l'Hospitalet de Llobregat to the south. Although old-fashioned,

Read more its name is sometimes still written as Sans in some Spanish-language sources. The main artery of the neighbourhood is Carrer de Sants, popularly known as Carretera de Sants, which runs westwards from Plaça Espanya to the neighbouring municipality of L'Hospitalet de Llobregat. It is one of the largest commercial streets in Barcelona. Barcelona Sants railway station, the major railway station in Barcelona, and the Parc de l'Espanya Industrial are both located in Sants.

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What are the best things to do in Sants?

Sants offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

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Where is Sants located?

Sants is located in Catalonia, Spain, Europe. The coordinates are 41.3743 latitude, 2.1383 longitude.

What is the population of Sants?

Sants has a population of approximately 40,831 people, making it a town in Spain.

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Quick Information

Population
40,831
Continent
Europe
Country
Spain
Region
Catalonia
Timezone
Europe/Madrid
Coordinates
41.3743, 2.1383

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in Spain

Police
091
Ambulance
061
Fire
080
All emergencies
112
Driving side
right

Guardia Civil (traffic police): 062. Two warning triangles required in vehicles.

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Worth the detour from Sants

8 notable places within an hour's drive.

landmark

La Boqueria Market

Vibrant public market off La Rambla in Barcelona bursting with colourful fresh produce, seafood, and Catalan delicacies.

3 km · about 5 min drive

landmark

Casa Batlló

Gaudí's fantastical apartment building in Barcelona with a skeletal facade, coloured tiles, and a dragon-scale roof.

3 km · about 5 min drive

landmark

Museu de la Moto Barcelona

Barcelona's motorcycle museum showcasing the rich heritage of Spanish and international motorcycle manufacturing.

3 km · about 5 min drive

cathedral

Basílica de la Sagrada Família

Gaudí's unfinished modernist basilica, Barcelona's most iconic landmark and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

4 km · about 10 min drive

landmark

Aquarium Barcelona

Port Vell aquarium with the world's largest Mediterranean-themed exhibit and an 80-metre underwater glass tunnel.

4 km · about 5 min drive

landmark

Park Güell

Gaudí's whimsical public park in Barcelona filled with colourful mosaic tilework and organic architectural forms.

5 km · about 10 min drive

racetrack

Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya

Home of the Spanish Grand Prix at Montmeló near Barcelona; its blend of fast sweeps and slow corners made it Formula 1's favourite pre-season testing venue.

24 km · about 30 min drive

racetrack

Autódromo de Sitges-Terramar

Spain's first purpose-built autodrome, a 2km concrete oval with alarmingly steep banking, opened 1923 and abandoned for decades while farm animals grazed the infield. Restored and reopened to visitors, the raw banked bowl survives almost exactly as built.

33 km · about 40 min drive

Driving in Spain

Drives on
the right
Petrol
~€1.55/litre
Motorway tolls
~€4.00/100km

When to drive here

April to October

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