巴塞罗那超级街区：让城市街道回归生活
In the heart of Barcelona’s Eixample district, a quiet transformation is underway. Known for its iconic grid of wide boulevards and narrow sidewalks, the city has begun turning clusters of nine city blocks into ‘superilles’—superblocks. Through traffic is redirected around these areas, creating car-light zones where pedestrians, cyclists and children have priority. It is a radical experiment in urban design that questions a century-old love affair with the private car.
Inside a superblock, streets that once hummed with engine noise now hold playgrounds, benches and flowerbeds. By lowering speed limits and blocking shortcuts, the plan cuts pollution and reclaims asphalt for social life. City data suggests nitrogen dioxide levels have dropped by up to 25 percent in pilot areas, while local shops report an increase in foot traffic. Residents describe feeling less isolated and more likely to greet neighbours—a small but meaningful shift.
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