Venue: University of Barcelona

Venue: University of Barcelona

Historic Building at Gran Via

Location

After an exhaustive search for possible venues for PyConES 2026, we concluded that the University of Barcelona (UB) offered one of the city's most iconic spaces. As Catalonia's largest and oldest university, its historic facilities meet all our event's needs.

Located in the heart of Barcelona, right by Plaza Universidad and Plaza Cataluña.

Rooms and Spaces

Paranimf

400 PAX

The University Senate room, with a capacity of 400 people and a large-scale projector.

Aula Magna

160 PAX

The second largest room, multipurpose, for 160 people. It can stream talks from the Paranimf.

Teaching Classrooms

90-120 PAX

At least 4 recently restored rooms with capacity for 90-120 people, fully equipped.

Google Maps

Gran Via de les Corts Catalanes, 585, 08007 Barcelona

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Open Spaces

  • Paranimf Gallery Perfect for registrations and academic posters (250 people).
  • Main Hall An impressive space for the sponsor fair and garden access (500 people).
  • Mathematics Cloister Central courtyard with balconies, ideal for breaks (350 people total).
  • Central Garden Outdoor space for catering and social events (300 people).

Barcelona: Host City for PyConES 2026

Barcelona stands as an unbeatable choice for PyConES 2026, blending its unique cultural charm with cutting-edge technological dynamism and world-class infrastructure.

Its rich heritage, from Sagrada Familia to Park Güell, fosters creativity. Ranked among the top 25 global cities, it is a melting pot where innovation thrives naturally.

The Perfect Setting

With over 500 hotels and a mild autumn climate (18-24°C), Barcelona ensures a comfortable stay for all attendees.

Spain’s Tech Hub

The 22@Barcelona innovation district transforms industrial zones into a knowledge epicenter, placing the city in the European top 5 for tech startups.

Connections and Mobility

Sants station connects to Madrid via high-speed AVE in 2.5h. El Prat Airport and extensive public transport offer seamless national and international access.

How to Get There

Metro and FGC

Universitat (L1, L2) - 1 min; Catalunya (L1, L3, L6, L7) - 10 min; Passeig de Gràcia (L2, L4) - 5 min

Renfe

Catalunya (R1, R3, R4) - 10 min; Passeig de Gràcia (R2, R2 Sud, R2 Nord) - 15 min

Long Distance

El Prat Airport (35 min Aerobús); Sants Station (20 min Metro); Estació del Nord (10 min Metro)

Car and Parking

Car travel is discouraged (no private parking and within ZBE). Nearby parking: Romara, Roma 4, Baldisa.