Key Competitive Attractions
Badalona played an important role in the industrial revolution, and with a vibrant architectural, cultural and sports heritage, the city enjoys a wealth of tourism and industrial activity.
Badalona benefits from excellent infrastructure, including a RENFE railway station, a harbour, and quick links to Barcelona via the Barcelona Metropolitan Transport metro and bus networks.
Badalona's economy is chiefly powered by harbour activities such as fishing and boat-building. Other key industries include:
- Energy (gas)
- Chemicals
- Mineral Oil Works
- Textiles (woollen and cotton goods)
- Glass Manufacture
- Food and Drink Production (biscuits, sugar, brandy, grain, wine and fruit)
Badalona is also home to the historic distillery that produces the spirit Anis del Mono, Spain's most famous anisette.
