Barcelona in 3 days: a fit breakfast with local products, a workout on the seafront, and an itinerary to experience the city while staying fit.
Barcelona is the ideal city for those who love to travel and stay on the move. In just three days, you can discover Gaudí's architectural beauties, enjoy the sea at Barceloneta, and maintain a healthy lifestyle thanks to fit recipes and practical workouts. In this guide, you'll find: Locally sourced food, easy outdoor training, and an itinerary designed for an active and unforgettable weekend..
If you want to cook something while traveling and have a stovetop available, here's a healthy recipe featuring at least one typical local product. Easy to prepare and perfect as a light meal.
Protein bread with tomato
The famous “pa amb tomàquet” (bread with tomato) is one of the gastronomic symbols of Catalonia. We've adapted it to make it more nutritious and balanced.
Ingredients for 1 person:
- 1 slice of toasted wholemeal bread (50 g)
- 1 ripe tomato (80 g)
- 80 g Spanish cured ham (jamón serrano, preferably lean)
- 50 g light cottage cheese or light ricotta
- 1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil (5 g)
Estimated nutritional values:
- Calories: ~350 kcal
- Protein: 27 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fat: 14 g
Vegetarian option: Replace the ham with sliced hard-boiled eggs or marinated tofu.
“Fit Everywhere” Advice
Perfect for travelling too: you can find bread, tomato and Serrano ham in any supermarket in Barcelona or at the La Boqueria Market, so you can organize a healthy breakfast even when you're away from home.
Workout in Barcelona
Outdoor workout on the Barceloneta waterfront
The seafront is a true open-air gym. In 25 minutes, you can get a full-body workout, burning calories and enjoying the sea breeze.
Warm-up (5 min): fast walking or light jogging.
Workout (3 rounds – 30 sec rest between exercises):
- Jump squats – 15 reps
- Push-ups – 12 reps (knees on the floor for beginners)
- Alternating lunges – 12 per leg
- Plank – 30 seconds
- Mountain climber – 20 seconds
Cool-down (3 min): stretching legs and back.
Estimated calories: 200–250 kcal in 25 min.
Indoor variant: if you are staying in a hotel you can replicate the circuit without jumps to reduce noise.
3-day itinerary in Barcelona
Day 1 in Barcelona: The Heart of the City
- Visit to the Sagrada Familia (2 hours standing).
- Walk along Passeig de Gràcia with Casa Batlló and Casa Milà.
- Estimated total steps: ~12,000
Day 2 in Barcelona: Colors and the Sea
- Breakfast and fresh fruit at La Boqueria Market.
- Walk on The Rambla up to the port.
- Outdoor training at Barceloneta beach.
- Estimated total steps: ~14,000
Day 3 – Nature and panoramas
- Light trekking on the hill of Montjuïc and visit the castle.
- Stroll through the gardens overlooking the city.
- Estimated total steps: ~15,000
In 3 days you can easily get to over 40,000 steps and burn 1,500–2,000 kcal with trail activity alone.
Barcelona isn't just a city to visit: it's an experience to be enjoyed with energy and movement. With a fit breakfast inspired by local products, a bodyweight workout, and a three-day itinerary at an active pace, your trip will be healthy and unforgettable.
Where to eat in Barcelona
Breakfast
- Brunch & Cake → famous for healthy and creative breakfasts, with protein options and bowls.
- Federal Café → Modern café with yogurt, avocado toast, and specialty coffee.
- Granja Viader → historic place where you can taste fresh milk, cocoa and light desserts
Lunch / Dinner
- El Nacional → elegant gastronomic space with several typical restaurants, you can choose from fish dishes or grilled meats.
- Flax & Kale → Trendy place with a focus on healthy cuisine, many fit and vegetarian options.
- Cervecería Catalana → Very popular tapas bar, you can order light dishes such as grilled fish and salads with local products
Where to stay in Barcelona
- Gothic Quarter → historic heart, perfect for walking between the cathedral, the Ramblas and the sea.
- Eixample → elegant, well-connected neighborhood, ideal for those seeking comfort and modernist architecture.
- Grace → bohemian area, full of authentic clubs and squares, quieter than the center.
Link
https://www.barcelona.cat/en
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👉 Read ours too Recipes on the Go he Workout for more practical ideas!
