Barcelona’s Tramvia Blau is celebrating its 125th anniversary, and there will be several opportunities to see this historic tram in October and November. On Saturday 31 October 2026, a special celebration will feature one of the tram’s historic cars on display on Avinguda del Tibidabo, along with a traditional hot chocolate gathering. The tram will also be on display on Sunday 1 November.
The celebration, organised by Transports Metropolitans de Barcelona (TMB) and the Sarrià-Sant Gervasi district, offers a chance to get up close to one of the city’s most iconic forms of transport and learn more about its history. Further open days will also be held at the Tramvia Blau workshops on 14 and 15 November.
Practical information for visiting the Tramvia Blau on its 125th anniversary
Dates: 31 October and 1 November 2026.
Saturday 31 October: 11 am to 8 pm.
Sunday 1 November: 10 am to 8 pm.
Location: Avinguda del Tibidabo, between Passeig de Sant Gervasi and Carrer de García-Mariño.
Admission: free.
What you can see: Tramvia Blau car number 5, specially displayed for the occasion.
Special activity: a traditional hot chocolate gathering on Saturday 31 October.
14 and 15 November: open days at the Tramvia Blau workshops.
Why not make a day of it with a visit to Tibidabo?
Tibidabo Cuca de Llum Funicular
Return journey on the Tibidabo Cuca de Llum funicular
Admission to the rides at Tibidabo Amusement Park is not included
Tibidabo Panoramic Area: admission, Cuca de Llum and TibiBus access
Unlimited access to Tibidabo’s Panoramic Area, including the Talaia observation tower, Giradabo Ferris wheel, Avió aeroplane ride, Carousel and Automata Museum
Return journey on the Cuca de Llum funicular
Access to the TibiBus (when the amusement park is open)
Access to Beyond, Tasses, Río Grande and Pony Rodeo (when the amusement park is open)
Admission to the rides at Tibidabo Amusement Park is not included
Tibidabo Amusement Park: full admission ticket
Admission to Tibidabo Amusement Park, including all rides and events
Access to the most iconic attractions in the Panoramic Area
Return journey on the Cuca de Llum funicular
TibiBus access from Plaça Kennedy or the B:SM Sant Genís car park
If you decide to join the special events marking the 125th anniversary of the Tramvia Blau, why not round off the day with a visit to Tibidabo Amusement Park? It is very close to Avinguda del Tibidabo, so you can take the opportunity to head up the mountain and enjoy one of Barcelona’s most iconic landmarks.
One option is to take the Cuca de Llum, the Tibidabo funicular, which connects Plaça del Doctor Andreu with the summit in around four minutes. Once at the top, you can spend the day at the amusement park, with attractions for different age groups and magnificent views over Barcelona.
If you prefer a more relaxed outing or would rather not buy a ticket for the park, you can also visit the Tibidabo Panoramic Area, which is free to enter, and take a walk along the Camí del Cel. From here, you can enjoy sweeping views of Barcelona and explore the surroundings without having to use all the rides. Bear in mind, however, that the funicular is charged separately if your ticket does not include it.
Before planning your visit, check the Tibidabo opening hours, as the amusement park and the Panoramic Area have different opening schedules.
A chance to see Tibidabo’s historic tram
Officially inaugurated on 29 October 1901, the Tramvia Blau has witnessed more than a century of change on Tibidabo mountain and in the surrounding area. Its distinctive blue bodywork has made it a familiar sight in Barcelona and an important part of the city’s historic heritage.
To mark the anniversary, tram car number 5 will be brought to Avinguda del Tibidabo on Saturday 31 October, where it will be on display for visitors to see up close. The exhibition will continue on Sunday 1 November, with visiting hours from 10 am to 8 pm.
Saturday’s programme will also include a traditional hot chocolate gathering open to the public, one of the main events of the celebration. It will be a chance to enjoy the festive atmosphere and remember the role this form of transport has played in Barcelona’s history.
Open days at the Tramvia Blau workshops
The celebrations marking the Tramvia Blau’s 125th anniversary will continue on 14 and 15 November 2026, when the Tramvia Blau workshops will open to visitors. This is where the historic tram vehicles are kept. These additional open days will offer a look inside the premises where the tram is stored and an insight into the work involved in preserving and maintaining it.
TMB will also issue a commemorative ticket for the 125th anniversary. During November, TMB’s Espai Mercè Sala will host an exhibition exploring the tram’s history, its role in the development of Tibidabo and its significance as a symbol of Barcelona’s collective memory. For details of the workshop visits and exhibition, check TMB’s official channels.
125 years of Tramvia Blau history
The Tramvia Blau holds a special place in the history of transport in Barcelona. When the city’s street trams disappeared in 1971, it survived as the last remaining representative of the former network. In 1979, Sociedad Anónima El Tibidabo handed it over to the city, and in 1981 TMB took over the management, maintenance and preservation of the vehicles.
Its heritage value has also received official recognition. In May 2023, the Government of Catalonia declared 30 important elements of Catalonia’s railway heritage to be Cultural Assets of National Interest (BCIN). These included Tramvia Blau cars 2, 5, 6, 7, 8 and 10, as well as jardinera 129, an open-sided tram converted from car number 9.
This recognition helps protect a legacy that forms part of Barcelona’s history and the evolution of its public transport network. The 125th anniversary provides another opportunity to get to know the Tramvia Blau and reflect on its connection with Tibidabo and generations of Barcelona residents.
Frequently asked questions about the Tramvia Blau
When can you visit the Tramvia Blau for its 125th anniversary?
The Tramvia Blau can be visited on 31 October and 1 November 2026, when one of the tram cars will be on display on Avinguda del Tibidabo. Open days at the workshops will also take place on 14 and 15 November.
What are the visiting hours for the Tramvia Blau?
On Saturday 31 October, the tram on display can be visited from 11 am to 8 pm. On Sunday 1 November, visiting hours are from 10 am to 8 pm. For the workshop open days on 14 and 15 November, check TMB’s official information.
Where will the Tramvia Blau be on display?
Tram car number 5 will be on display on Avinguda del Tibidabo, between Passeig de Sant Gervasi and Carrer de García-Mariño, on 31 October and 1 November 2026.
Will visitors be able to board the Tramvia Blau?
TMB has announced that tram car number 5 will be on display for the public, but has not explicitly specified whether visitors will be allowed inside. It is advisable to check the official event information before visiting.
Is it free to visit the Tramvia Blau?
Yes, all the visits are free, including the display of tram car number 5 on Avinguda del Tibidabo and the open days at the workshops.
Will there be any special activities for the anniversary?
Yes. A traditional hot chocolate gathering open to the public will take place on Saturday 31 October. TMB will also issue a commemorative ticket for the 125th anniversary and host an exhibition about the tram’s history at Espai Mercè Sala during November.
Will the Tramvia Blau workshops be open to visitors?
Yes. TMB has announced open days at the workshops on 14 and 15 November 2026. This will be an opportunity to see the premises where this historic form of transport is preserved. Check TMB’s official channels for opening hours and access details.
Will the Tramvia Blau run again during its 125th anniversary celebrations?
No. The planned anniversary events consist of displaying one of the tram cars on Avinguda del Tibidabo and opening the workshops to visitors. The Tramvia Blau will not resume passenger services during these events: visitors will be able to see it, but not travel on it.
Will the Tramvia Blau ever run again?
Barcelona City Council has announced plans to restore the Tramvia Blau. The project includes upgrading the infrastructure, restoring the tram cars and redesigning Avinguda del Tibidabo. However, no definitive date has been confirmed for services to resume. The tram will remain out of service while the outstanding work is carried out.
When did the Tramvia Blau stop running?
The Tramvia Blau stopped running on 28 January 2018. It has remained out of service since then while infrastructure upgrades are pending. Restoring the service requires work on both the infrastructure and the tram cars themselves.
When was the Tramvia Blau inaugurated?
The Tramvia Blau was officially inaugurated on 29 October 1901. It went on to become one of Barcelona’s best-known historic forms of transport and an important part of the connection to Tibidabo mountain.
Why is the Tramvia Blau an important part of Barcelona’s heritage?
The Tramvia Blau is one of the last surviving remnants of Barcelona’s former tram network and forms part of the city’s historical memory. In 2023, several of its tram cars were declared Cultural Assets of National Interest (BCIN), a designation that recognises their heritage value and helps ensure their protection and preservation.
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