RCDE Stadium

The RCDE Stadium, opened in 2009, is the modern home of RCD Espanyol. It straddles the towns of Cornellà and El Prat, about ten kilometres from the centre of Barcelona. The architects Mark Fenwick and Esteve Gasulla designed it as a functional, easy-to-reach ground with a capacity of close to 40,000.

The design stands out for its clean lines and a perimeter ring of translucent façades that glow blue at night. Most striking of all is the roof, covered with photovoltaic panels. These shade 92% of the seats, making the venue one of the most energy-efficient in Europe. Shortly after it opened, it was named best stadium in the world at the 2010 Stadium Business Awards.

Built to replace the historic Estadi de Sarrià, it now offers a pleasant matchday experience: stands close to the pitch, good acoustics and modern facilities. The atmosphere is often praised, driven by perico supporters who feel a strong bond with a ground that has become part of the club's identity.

The site also runs an RCDE Stadium Tour, which takes you behind the scenes (dressing rooms, players' tunnel, press room, boxes), along with a space for the club's trophies and a 360° auditorium.

With good transport links (metro, FGC, tram, Renfe) and the Splau shopping centre next door, the stadium is easy to reach for supporters and casual visitors alike. A great spot to take in Catalan football!