A telecom needle perched on a mountain—Foster turning infrastructure into a viewpoint machine.
A telecommunications tower in Barcelona.
Featured in Foster + Partners's definitive monograph, Norman Foster: A Life in Architecture.
Visitor Guide
Combine it with a Tibidabo outing: ride up, then take the elevator to the mirador for a quick, high payoff panorama.
From the mirador itself, late afternoon for hazy golden views over Barcelona; for exterior shots, use nearby Tibidabo paths at sunrise.
The tower has a public viewing platform (El Mirador) on the 10th floor; opening times vary seasonally—check before you ride up.
It’s basically a vertical ‘service spine’ with pods—like a ship’s mast with habitable crows’ nests.
45–90 min
Design & Structure
Infrastructure-as-architecture: optimized structural spine and lightweight pods; engineered for wind at elevation with precise elevator and service logistics.
Steel + composite elements; materiality emphasizes lightness and durability in exposed conditions.
Engineering hallmark is stability at height: a stiff core/spine resisting wind while supporting cantilevered occupied platforms.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who designed Torre de Collserola?+
Torre de Collserola was designed by Foster + Partners and completed in 1991. It is located in Vallvidrera, el Tibidabo i les Planes, Spain.
Where is Torre de Collserola located?+
Torre de Collserola is located in Vallvidrera, el Tibidabo i les Planes, Spain. Its coordinates are 41.4172°, 2.1142°.
When was Torre de Collserola built?+
Torre de Collserola was completed in 1991. It was designed by Foster + Partners.
Can I visit Torre de Collserola?+
Torre de Collserola is a real building in Vallvidrera, el Tibidabo i les Planes that can be viewed from the outside. Check local information for interior access and visiting hours. Use the Parametric Atlas walking tour feature to plan a route that includes this building.