Barcelona, the capital of Catalonia, is governed by the Barcelona City Council, which manages local services and urban development. Beyond the city, the Barcelona Metropolitan Area, encompassing 36 municipalities, oversees territorial planning, transportation, housing, economic development, and environmental management, including water supply and waste treatment.
Barcelona demonstrates strong urban planning and accessibility, with most of its population living at a convenient distance from bike lanes (58%), any form of public transport (99%), and open public spaces (96%). These figures outperform regional and global counterparts and reflect the city’s focus on equitable access to public services.
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