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TABLE OF CONTENTS:TABLE OF CONTENTS:TABLE OF CONTENTS:TABLE OF CONTENTS:

TABLE OF CONTENTS:TABLE OF CONTENTS:TABLE OF CONTENTS:TABLE OF CONTENTS: ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 1111 1. ORGANISATIONAL STRUCTURE1. ORGANISATIONAL STRUCTURE1. ORGANISATIONAL STRUCTURE1. ORGANISATIONAL STRUCTURE ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 4444

1.1 European Athletics Council ............................................................................................ 4

1.2 European Athletics Delegates .......................................................................................5

1.3 Royal Spanish Athletics Federation (RFEA) Council ............................................. 6

1.4 Local Organising Committee ......................................................................................... 7

1.5 Executive Committee ...................................................................................................... 8

1.6 B10 Departments & Directors ....................................................................................... 9

1.7 Local Media Staff ............................................................................................................. 10

1.8 European Athletics Media Staff ............................................................................... 10

2. VISITOR INFORMATION2. VISITOR INFORMATION2. VISITOR INFORMATION2. VISITOR INFORMATION .................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 11111111 2.1 Visa requirements ............................................................................................................. 11 2.2 Currency ............................................................................................................................. 13

2.3 Spain Facts.......................................................................................................................... 14

2.4 Barcelona – Catalunya ................................................................................................... 15

3. BARCELONA, THE TOP 10 CITY3. BARCELONA, THE TOP 10 CITY3. BARCELONA, THE TOP 10 CITY3. BARCELONA, THE TOP 10 CITY ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 17171717

3.1 10 Essential spots in Montjuïc ...................................................................................... 18

3.2 10 Essential dishes to savour ....................................................................................... 19

3.3 10 Essential places to visit ............................................................................................ 20

3.4 10 Essential museums to visit ..................................................................................... 23

3.5 10 Essential architectural gems .................................................................................. 24

3.6 10 Essential treats to indulge in ................................................................................. 25

OMEGA TIMES THE WORLD’S BEST TRACK AND FIELD EVENTSOMEGA TIMES THE WORLD’S BEST TRACK AND FIELD EVENTSOMEGA TIMES THE WORLD’S BEST TRACK AND FIELD EVENTSOMEGA TIMES THE WORLD’S BEST TRACK AND FIELD EVENTS .................................................................................................... 28282828

4. TIMETABLE4. TIMETABLE4. TIMETABLE4. TIMETABLE ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 30303030

5. ACCREDITATION5. ACCREDITATION5. ACCREDITATION5. ACCREDITATION .................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 34343434

5.1 General Information ...................................................................................................... 34

5.2 Accreditation Procedure ............................................................................................. 34

5.3 Lost Accreditation Pass................................................................................................ 34

5.4 Access Areas .................................................................................................................... 34

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6. ACCOMODATION6. ACCOMODATION6. ACCOMODATION6. ACCOMODATION ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 35353535

6.1 General Information ...................................................................................................... 35

6.2 Media Hotels ................................................................................................................... 35

7. TRANSPORT7. TRANSPORT7. TRANSPORT7. TRANSPORT ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 40404040

7.1 Arrivals through 22 to 24 July ..................................................................................... 40

7.2 Arrivals through 25 to 31 July ....................................................................................... 41 7.3 Olympic Stadium ............................................................................................................ 42

7.4 Warm-up Facilities and Training Venues ............................................................... 46

7.5 Road Events ...................................................................................................................... 46

7.6 Departures ........................................................................................................................ 47

7.7 Public Transport .............................................................................................................. 47

EPEPEPEPSON TECHNOLOGY SUPPORTS EUROPEAN ATHLETICSSON TECHNOLOGY SUPPORTS EUROPEAN ATHLETICSSON TECHNOLOGY SUPPORTS EUROPEAN ATHLETICSSON TECHNOLOGY SUPPORTS EUROPEAN ATHLETICS ........................................................................................................................................ 49494949

8. MEDIA SERVICES AND FACILITIES8. MEDIA SERVICES AND FACILITIES8. MEDIA SERVICES AND FACILITIES8. MEDIA SERVICES AND FACILITIES........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 50505050

8.1 Entrances ............................................................................................................................ 50

8.2 MPC - Main Press Centre ............................................................................................ 50

8.3 Media Tribune .................................................................................................................. 51 8.4 Mixed Zone ....................................................................................................................... 51 8.5 Press Conference Room ............................................................................................... 51 8.6 IBC – International Broadcast Centre ..................................................................... 51 8.7 Catering.............................................................................................................................. 52

9. PHOTOGRAPHERS SERVICES9. PHOTOGRAPHERS SERVICES9. PHOTOGRAPHERS SERVICES9. PHOTOGRAPHERS SERVICES............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 59595959

9.1 General Rules .................................................................................................................... 59

9.2 Photographers Briefing ................................................................................................ 59

9.3 Photographers Room ................................................................................................... 59

9.4 Photo Position in the tribunes .................................................................................. 59

9.5 Head-on positions ......................................................................................................... 60

9.6 Infield Photographers .................................................................................................. 60

9.7 Marathon and Race Walk ............................................................................................ 60

9.8 Camera Repair Service ................................................................................................. 60

10. TELECOMMUNICATION SERVICES10. TELECOMMUNICATION SERVICES10. TELECOMMUNICATION SERVICES10. TELECOMMUNICATION SERVICES ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 61616161 10.1 Internet access ................................................................................................................ 61

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11. BARCELONA 2010 VENUES11. BARCELONA 2010 VENUES11. BARCELONA 2010 VENUES11. BARCELONA 2010 VENUES ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 62626262

11.1 Olympic Stadium Lluís Companys de Montjuïc.................................................. 62

11.2 Road Events ...................................................................................................................... 62

11.3 Training and Warm-up Facilities ............................................................................... 65

12. CEREMONIES12. CEREMONIES12. CEREMONIES12. CEREMONIES ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 66666666

12.1 Opening Ceremony ...................................................................................................... 66

12.2 Closing Ceremony ........................................................................................................ 66

12.3 Victory Ceremonies ..................................................................................................... 66

12.4 Medals ............................................................................................................................... 66

13. COMPETITION REGULATIONS13. COMPETITION REGULATIONS13. COMPETITION REGULATIONS13. COMPETITION REGULATIONS ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 67676767

13.1 Team Composition ........................................................................................................ 67

13.2 Entry Standards .............................................................................................................. 68

13.3 Marathon .......................................................................................................................... 69

13.4 Race Walk Events .......................................................................................................... 69

13.5 Warm-up Area ................................................................................................................ 69

13.6 Training Areas ................................................................................................................. 70

13.7 Competition Bibs ........................................................................................................... 71 14. MEMBER FEDERATIONS14. MEMBER FEDERATIONS14. MEMBER FEDERATIONS14. MEMBER FEDERATIONS ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 72727272

15. DOPING CONTROL15. DOPING CONTROL15. DOPING CONTROL15. DOPING CONTROL ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 73737373

15.1 General Information ..................................................................................................... 73

15.2 Selection of Athletes .................................................................................................. 73

16. MEDICAL SERVICES16. MEDICAL SERVICES16. MEDICAL SERVICES16. MEDICAL SERVICES ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 74747474

17. SE17. SE17. SE17. SECURITYCURITYCURITYCURITY ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 75757575

18. SOCIAL ACTIVITIES18. SOCIAL ACTIVITIES18. SOCIAL ACTIVITIES18. SOCIAL ACTIVITIES ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 77777777

18.1 Media Welcome Party ................................................................................................. 77

18.2 Media Race ...................................................................................................................... 77

19. KEY DATES19. KEY DATES19. KEY DATES19. KEY DATES ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 78787878

20. EUROPEAN ATHLETICS NEWS SERVICE20. EUROPEAN ATHLETICS NEWS SERVICE20. EUROPEAN ATHLETICS NEWS SERVICE20. EUROPEAN ATHLETICS NEWS SERVICE ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 80808080

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1. ORGANISATIONAL S1. ORGANISATIONAL S1. ORGANISATIONAL S1. ORGANISATIONAL STRUCTURETRUCTURETRUCTURETRUCTURE 1.1 European Athletics Council

PresidentPresidentPresidentPresident Hansjörg Wirz (SUI)

ViceViceViceVice----PresidentsPresidentsPresidentsPresidents José Luís de Carlos (ESP) Svein Arne Hansen (NOR)

Treasurer Treasurer Treasurer Treasurer Karel Pilný (CZE)

DirectorDirectorDirectorDirector GeneralGeneralGeneralGeneral Christian Milz (SUI)

MembersMembersMembersMembers Janez Aljancic (SLO) Francesco Arese (ITA) Sylvia Barlag (NED) Jonathan Edwards (GBR) Frank Hensel (GER) Dobromir Karamarinov (BUL) Philippe Lamblin (FRA) Toralf Nilsson (SWE) Ludmila Olijar (LAT) Antti Pihlakoski (FIN) Jorge Salcedo (POR) Salih Münir Yaras (TUR) Vadim Zelichenok (RUS)

ExExExEx----officioofficioofficioofficio Lamine Diack (SEN), IAAF President

Honorary Life PresidentHonorary Life PresidentHonorary Life PresidentHonorary Life President Carl-Olaf Homén (FIN)

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1.2 European Athletics Delegates

President’s DelegatePresident’s DelegatePresident’s DelegatePresident’s Delegate Christian Milz (SUI)

Technical Delegates Technical Delegates Technical Delegates Technical Delegates Anna Riccardi (ITA) Jorge Salcedo (POR)

Television DelegatesTelevision DelegatesTelevision DelegatesTelevision Delegates Julien Terniesien (FRA) Francis Cloiseau (FRA)

Doping Control DelegateDoping Control DelegateDoping Control DelegateDoping Control Delegate Guiseppe Fischetto (ITA)

Medical DelegateMedical DelegateMedical DelegateMedical Delegate Pedro Branco (POR)

Jury of AppealJury of AppealJury of AppealJury of Appeal Janez Aljancic (SLO), Chair Dobromoir Karamarinov (BUL) Keith Davies (GBR) Mats Svensson (SWE) Elena Orlova (RUS)

Race Walking JudgesRace Walking JudgesRace Walking JudgesRace Walking Judges Peter Marlow (GBR), Chief Maris Peterson (RUS) Ann-Iren Guttulsord (NOR) Dolores Rojas (ESP) Janusz Krynicki (POL) Miloslav Lapka (CZE) Frédéric Bianchi (SUI)

ITO/ATOITO/ATOITO/ATOITO/ATO Samuel Lopes (POR), Chief Imre Matrahazi Jr. (HUN) Martin van Ooyen (NED) Klaus Hartz (GER) Can Korkmazoglu (TUR) Yrjö Kelhä (FIN) Ole Petter Sandvig (NOR)

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1.3 Royal Spanish Athletics Federation (RFEA) Council

PresidentPresidentPresidentPresident José María Odriozola

Senior Vice PresidentSenior Vice PresidentSenior Vice PresidentSenior Vice President José Enrique López

Vice PresidentsVice PresidentsVice PresidentsVice Presidents Romà Cuyàs Marta Domínguez

General SecretaryGeneral SecretaryGeneral SecretaryGeneral Secretary José Luis de Carlos

MembersMembersMembersMembers Ruth Beitia Rosendo Berengui Javier Bermejo Ramón Cid Félix de la Fuente José Ignacio Fernández Olallo Luis Fernández Roberto García Francisco Javier Hernández Francisco J. Hernández Isidoro Hornillos Simón Iglesias José Ortuño Manuel Pancorbo Francisco Javier Pereda Vicente Revert Pere Riba Javier Sabina Maria del Mar Sánchez

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1.4 Local Organising Committee

PrPrPrPresidentesidentesidentesident José María Odriozola

MembersMembersMembersMembers Pere Alcober Sergi Pujalte Jaime Lissavetzky Albert Soler Montserrat García Anna Pruna Carles Macián Joan Delort Josep Monrás Antoni Tobeña José Luis de Carlos Romà Cuyàs Santiago González Ignacio Gómez-Acebo Vicente Año Monica Barra

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1.5 Executive Committee

PresidentPresidentPresidentPresident Pere Alcober

MembersMembersMembersMembers Sergi Pujalte Jordi Cavero José Luís de Carlos Romà Cuyás Josep Anton Rojas Artur Margalef Javier Quevedo Jaime Garrido Xavier Bachs Monica Barra

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1.6 B10 Departments & Directors

General CoordinatorGeneral CoordinatorGeneral CoordinatorGeneral Coordinator Monica Barra

Accommodation & TransportAccommodation & TransportAccommodation & TransportAccommodation & Transport Joan García

AdministrationAdministrationAdministrationAdministration & Ticketing& Ticketing& Ticketing& Ticketing Manuel Villuendas

Communication & PublicationsCommunication & PublicationsCommunication & PublicationsCommunication & Publications Carlos Martín

CompetitionCompetitionCompetitionCompetition Luis Saladie

FacilitiesFacilitiesFacilitiesFacilities Josep Sánchez

MarMarMarMarketing & Promotionketing & Promotionketing & Promotionketing & Promotion Oscar Gallego

Operation & ServicesOperation & ServicesOperation & ServicesOperation & Services Mado Madonar

Protocol & CeremoniesProtocol & CeremoniesProtocol & CeremoniesProtocol & Ceremonies Maribel del Moral

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1.7 Local Media Staff

Communication & Publications Direct.Communication & Publications Direct.Communication & Publications Direct.Communication & Publications Direct. Carlos Martín Mobile +34 608 502 802

TV & Radio Deputy DirectorTV & Radio Deputy DirectorTV & Radio Deputy DirectorTV & Radio Deputy Director Sonia Sancho Mobile +34 606 594 154

TV & Radio OfficerTV & Radio OfficerTV & Radio OfficerTV & Radio Officer Mar Ferrer Mobile +34 626 517 065

Media Services Deputy DirectorMedia Services Deputy DirectorMedia Services Deputy DirectorMedia Services Deputy Director Alberto Montenegro Mobile +34 626 503 965

Media Services OfficerMedia Services OfficerMedia Services OfficerMedia Services Officer Oliver Divljak Mobile +34 626 498 915

Media Services OfficerMedia Services OfficerMedia Services OfficerMedia Services Officer Anna Arranz Mobile +34 626 500 320

Photographers OfficerPhotographers OfficerPhotographers OfficerPhotographers Officer Rafael Seguí

Contacts Local Media StaffContacts Local Media StaffContacts Local Media StaffContacts Local Media Staff E-mail: media@bcn2010.org

Mixed Zone ManagerMixed Zone ManagerMixed Zone ManagerMixed Zone Manager Ignacio Mansilla

Main Press CentreMain Press CentreMain Press CentreMain Press Centre Rafael Cervera

Medallist Press Conference SupervisorMedallist Press Conference SupervisorMedallist Press Conference SupervisorMedallist Press Conference Supervisor Amanda Blackley

AIPS Media RepresentativeAIPS Media RepresentativeAIPS Media RepresentativeAIPS Media Representative Gianni Merlo

1.8 European Athletics Media Staff European Athletics Communication European Athletics Communication European Athletics Communication European Athletics Communication ManagerManagerManagerManager James Mulligan Mobile +41 79 694 48 29 Email: media@european-athletics.org

European Athletics Communication European Athletics Communication European Athletics Communication European Athletics Communication ConsultantConsultantConsultantConsultant Aditya Kumar Email: media@european-athletics.org

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2. VISITOR INFORMATION

2.1 Visa requirements Citizens from the following European countries require a visa to enter Spain: Albania, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Georgia, Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia, Moldova, Montenegro, Russia, Serbia, Turkey and Ukraine. The visas are issued by the following embassies/consulates: Albania Tirana French Embassy Armenia Yerevan Italian Embassy Azerbaijan Baku French Embassy Belarus Minsk French Embassy Bosnia-Herzegovina Sarajevo Spanish Embassy Georgia Tiflis German Embassy F.Y.R Macedonia Skopje Spanish Embassy Moldavia Bucharest Spanish Embassy Montenegro Belgrade Spanish Embassy

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Russia Moscow Spanish Embassy Serbia Belgrade Spanish Embassy Turkey Ankara Spanish Embassy Ukraine Kiev Spanish Embassy Journalists who require a visa should contact the LOC as soon as possible to obtain a special invitation letter and visa application information. Please send an e-mail to media@bcn2010.org or a fax to + 34 934 234 594 with the following information.

• Full name (first name and family name, as shown in passport) • Date of birth • Number of the passport • Home address Journalists must also have a passport, valid for at least six months from the date of applying, and individual travel insurance that covers expenses of up to 30,000 euros and be valid in all Schengen countries. You need to show your travel insurance policy only when you collect your visa.

PassportsPassportsPassportsPassports Citizens of most EU countries can travel to Spain with their ID Card. However, it is strongly recommended to have a passport with you.

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2.2 Currency The Spanish currency is the euro (€) which is made up of 100 cents. There are coins of 1, 2, 5, 10, 20 and 50 cents and 1 and 2 euros. Bank notes are of 5, 10, 20, 50, 100, 200 and 500. All the major international credit cards are accepted in hotels, shops and restaurants (Visa, Mastercard, Eurocard, American Express).

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2.3 Spain Facts Form of GovernmentForm of GovernmentForm of GovernmentForm of Government Parliamentary Monarchy LocationLocationLocationLocation Spain is situated in the southern part of Europe

with borders on Portugal, Andorra and France

AreaAreaAreaArea 506,990 square kilometres PopulationPopulationPopulationPopulation 46,951,5 inhabitants (1/2010) /

density: 91.13 persons per square kilometre

CoastlineCoastlineCoastlineCoastline 4,964 kilometres ClimateClimateClimateClimate Spain has a Mediterranean climate with mild,

humid winters and warm, dry summers

LanguageLanguageLanguageLanguage Spanish ReligionReligionReligionReligion Catholicism (a majority of 76%) CapitalCapitalCapitalCapital Madrid (621 kilometres from Barcelona) Local TimeLocal TimeLocal TimeLocal Time GMT + 2 hours ElectricityElectricityElectricityElectricity The electric current for use in homes and hotels, as in most of

Western Europe countries, is 220 volts (50 Hz) and the plugs used are two round pins

DrivingDrivingDrivingDriving Right-hand traffic. Seatbelts are required for all passengers. It is prohibited to talk on a mobile phone while driving without using a hands-free device. Drinking and driving (a blood alcohol level of at least 0.5 mg/litre) is a punishable offence regardless of the road or location

International CallsInternational CallsInternational CallsInternational Calls + 00 – country code – city code – national tel. Telephone Country CodeTelephone Country CodeTelephone Country CodeTelephone Country Code +34 Mobile Phone NetworksMobile Phone NetworksMobile Phone NetworksMobile Phone Networks Spanish mobile phone networks operate under 3G, GSM and

GPRS. Only phones that are manufactured to operate under these systems will work in Spain. You are advised to contact your own country’s mobile phone operator to determine if your country has an international roaming agreement with Spain, which will allow temporary connection with the Spanish network. The main mobile companies are Movistar, Vodafone and Orange

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2.4 Barcelona – Catalunya

Barcelona, capital of the Autonomous Region of Catalunya and the second largest city in Spain. It is located in the northeast part of the Mediterranean coast, between the mouths of the rivers Llobregat and Besòs. It is the cultural, political and economical centre of the Catalonian Region. The other three provinces within the Catalonian Community are Tarragona, Lleida and Girona.

Practical InformationPractical InformationPractical InformationPractical Information::::

Area & Area & Area & Area & PopulationPopulationPopulationPopulation Barcelona has a population of 1,615,908 inhabitants (2008), the second largest in Spain, behind Madrid. It has over four kilometres of urban beaches and large areas of nearby forest. Catalunya covers an area of 32,114 square kilometres and has a population of 7,475,420 inhabitants. It has 580 kilometres of coastline.

LanguagesLanguagesLanguagesLanguages Spanish and Catalan ClimateClimateClimateClimate It is located on the eastern coast of the Iberian Peninsula, so

Atlantic west winds often arrive in Barcelona with low humidity, producing no rain. The average temperature in July is 23ºC and the average humidity is 69%

AltitudeAltitudeAltitudeAltitude 6 metres above sea level Water qualityWater qualityWater qualityWater quality It is highly recommended to drink bottled water whilst you are

in the city. Tape water is also safe for drinking Business HourBusiness HourBusiness HourBusiness Hourssss General business hours in Barcelona are from 09:00 to 13:30 or

14:00 and from 16:00 to 20:00. Some establishments have different hours, such as banks, official government offices and services (post office) both of which usually close for the day at 13:30 or 14:00. Large department stores and shopping malls stay open at lunch time. Some shops in areas considered to be tourist attractions stay open longer

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Taxi ServiceTaxi ServiceTaxi ServiceTaxi Service 932 250 000 / 933 300 300 / 933 033 033 / 933 001 100 TippingTippingTippingTipping Tipping is included in your bill in restaurants, taxis and hotels

and is generally at guests’ discretion SmokingSmokingSmokingSmoking In many buildings and public transport, rules restrict smoking

and this is usually indicated by no-smoking symbols in prominent places

Credit cards and ATM’sCredit cards and ATM’sCredit cards and ATM’sCredit cards and ATM’s Barcelona has plenty of ATMs. In most cases, shops and restaurants accept international credit cards

Emergency numbersEmergency numbersEmergency numbersEmergency numbers General emergencies 112 Police 088 Ambulance 061

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3. BARCELONA, THE TOP 10 CITY 3. BARCELONA, THE TOP 10 CITY 3. BARCELONA, THE TOP 10 CITY 3. BARCELONA, THE TOP 10 CITY Barcelona, the capital of Catalunya, is a cosmopolitan and modern city, a hub of art and design that proudly conserves its cultural history from the Roman era to the modernist architecture of the XXI Century. On a sporting level Barcelona hosted the Olympic Games in 1992, a reference for its organisational skill and enterprising attitude, which has led to the city hosting some of the most important international events. In recent years the Estadi Olímpic LLuís Companys de Montjuïc has been the setting for three of the most important sporting competitions. Built in 1929 as part of the International Exhibition held the same year, the stadium was completely remodelled for the Olympics in 1992, but had previously also been host to two particularly prestigious events in the International Association of Athletics Federation’s Calendar: the IAAF World Cup in 1989 and the Grand Ρrix Final in 1991. The Catalan capital, the second largest Spanish city in number of inhabitants (1.6 million) is prosperous and solvent, and has gained a sound reputation as a valuable setting for the creation of new business ventures even in the midst of a global crisis. Likewise Barcelona is considered one of the top European cities for its quality of life, and is currently a prime tourist destination, greatly due to an extensive transport infrastructure, of which the new airport terminal at El Ρrat is worthy of mention. The Mediterranean climate enables visitors to the city the possibility to enjoy its beaches, all easily accessible by public transport. The average temperature in July ranges between 27.9 and 23.8 ºC. A cult city for art lovers of any discipline, Barcelona is also the leading light in avant-garde design. The city’s shops are another great attraction, providing an enormous range of possibilities to acquire any number of articles from a huge selection of stores, boutiques and establishments throughout the Catalan capitals 10 different districts.

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3.1 10 Essential spots in Montjuïc Palau Sant JordiPalau Sant JordiPalau Sant JordiPalau Sant Jordi The work of Japanese architect Arata Isozaki, built between 1985 and 1990 the Sant Jordi Ρalace quickly became a pre-eminent symbol of new architecture. One of the main settings for the Olympic Games in 1992. Passeig Olímpic, 5-7

Palau Nacional (National Palau Nacional (National Palau Nacional (National Palau Nacional (National Ρalace)alace)alace)alace) Currently the home of Catalunya’s Museum of Art, the Museo de Arte de Catalunya (MNAC), displays an incredibly valuable collection of art from the baroque to contemporary

Fundació Joan MiróFundació Joan MiróFundació Joan MiróFundació Joan Miró The Centre of Study of Contemporary Art was founded by painter Joan Miró and designed by José Luis Sert. The Foundation houses temporary exhibitions and the artist’s best public collections. Parc de Montjuïc s/n Tel. 934 439 470

Jardí Botànic (Botanical Gardens)Jardí Botànic (Botanical Gardens)Jardí Botànic (Botanical Gardens)Jardí Botànic (Botanical Gardens) Covering a surface area of 14 hectares and home to more than 7,000 live species from different regions of the world, the gardens, opened in 1994, are a true oasis. Dr. Font i Quer, 2. Tel. 934 264 935

Mies van der Rohe Mies van der Rohe Mies van der Rohe Mies van der Rohe Ρavillionavillionavillionavillion Also known as the German Pavillion, Mies Van der Rohe’s work was constructed for the Universal Exhibition in 1929. Av. Marquès de Comilles, s/n

Museu OlímpiMuseu OlímpiMuseu OlímpiMuseu Olímpicccc The Olympic Museum of Sport, run by Barcelona’s Olympic Foundation, is an open window to the

universal world of sport. A long journey through the history and complexities of sport; a universal language with no boundaries. Av. de l’Estadi, 60. Tel.: 932 925 379

Font MàgicaFont MàgicaFont MàgicaFont Màgica Built in 1929 by Carles Buïgas for the International Exhibition, its magical effects of light and colour playfully blend with the water shaped by the fountain. Plaça de Carles Buigas

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Palauet AlbénizPalauet AlbénizPalauet AlbénizPalauet Albéniz Built for the International Exhibition in 1929 as the Royal Ρavillion. After 1970 it was extended and restored to host a number of illustrious guests. Its Gallic-style gardens are one of the city’s true hidden gems. Av. de l’Estadi 65-69. Tel.: 932 924 212

Poble EspanyolPoble EspanyolPoble EspanyolPoble Espanyol Also constructed for the 1929 International Exhibition as a monumental reconstruction of Spain, this picturesque village represents the many distinctive and traditional architectonic styles of the Spanish regions. Av. Marquès de Comillas, s/n Teatre GrecTeatre GrecTeatre GrecTeatre Grec Built in 1929 and inspired by the Ancient Greek theatre in

Epidaurus. From 1952 it actually operated as such, and has become the principal setting of Barcelona’s yearly festival of theatre between the months of July and August. Passeig Santa Madrona, 36. Tel.: 933161000

3.2 10 Essential dishes to savour Butifarra amb seques (Sausage with white beans)Butifarra amb seques (Sausage with white beans)Butifarra amb seques (Sausage with white beans)Butifarra amb seques (Sausage with white beans) Can Culleretes is the oldest restaurant in Barcelona and over the years has developed a numerous and loyal clientele. Carefully maintaining the most traditional cuisine, each dish is prepared with similar delicacy. Quintana, 5 Tel. 933 176 485

Pa amb tomàquet (Bread with fresh tomato)Pa amb tomàquet (Bread with fresh tomato)Pa amb tomàquet (Bread with fresh tomato)Pa amb tomàquet (Bread with fresh tomato) Casa Leopoldo is undoubtedly the restaurant serving the best bread with fresh tomato in the city: solid and crunchy, a real treat. Try it alone or with boquerones (anchovies), or ham. Sant Rafael, 24. Tel. 934 413 014

Suquet de peix (seafood casserole)Suquet de peix (seafood casserole)Suquet de peix (seafood casserole)Suquet de peix (seafood casserole) The quintessential seafood dish. El Suquet del Almirall

restaurant is exemplary for its cuisine, location and hospitable staff and truly worthy of a visit. Passeig Joan de Borbóo, 65. Tel. 932 216 233

Cargols llauna (snails baked in olive oil)Cargols llauna (snails baked in olive oil)Cargols llauna (snails baked in olive oil)Cargols llauna (snails baked in olive oil) Can Soteras is synonymous with snails. Five main recipes are served daily whilst at the special yearly festival, the Festa del Cargol, up to 12 different preparations can be tasted. Don’t forget to try the cargols ‘cojonudos’, with spicy chorizo. Passeig de Sant Joan, 97-99

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Bacallà a la llauna (panBacallà a la llauna (panBacallà a la llauna (panBacallà a la llauna (pan----fried cod in garlic and paprikafried cod in garlic and paprikafried cod in garlic and paprikafried cod in garlic and paprika) El Senyor Parellada, is a charming restaurant offering the most classic tastes of Catalan gastronomy and culture – a definite must. Argenteria, 37. Tel. 933 105 094

Crema catalana (Catalan style ‘cream custard’)Crema catalana (Catalan style ‘cream custard’)Crema catalana (Catalan style ‘cream custard’)Crema catalana (Catalan style ‘cream custard’) Undoubtedly the most typical and representative dessert in Catalunya. Traditionally associated with its creator, the restaurant 7 Portes, with over two centuries’ experience in offering the best of traditional Catalan cuisine is the perfect tasting spot. Passeig Isabel II, 14. Tel. 933 193 033

Fricandó (succulent veal in wild mushroom sauce)Fricandó (succulent veal in wild mushroom sauce)Fricandó (succulent veal in wild mushroom sauce)Fricandó (succulent veal in wild mushroom sauce) Daring, professional, with a continual search for excellence and a true respect for real cuisine: the philosophy upheld at El Racó d ‘en Freixes. Sant Elies, 22. Tel. 932 097 559

Peus de porc (pigs trotters)Peus de porc (pigs trotters)Peus de porc (pigs trotters)Peus de porc (pigs trotters) Belvedere is simply a savoury experience at the creative hands of chef Ginés. Fabulous cuisine with the best dishes available every season. Pg. Mercader, 3. Tel. 932 159 088 Esqueixada (Cod and vegetable salad with tomatoes, onion Esqueixada (Cod and vegetable salad with tomatoes, onion Esqueixada (Cod and vegetable salad with tomatoes, onion Esqueixada (Cod and vegetable salad with tomatoes, onion and pepper)and pepper)and pepper)and pepper) Chicoa could quite easily be named the ‘Casa del Bacalao’ (the House of Cod) renowned in its preparation, famous

for numerous dishes, and many different recipes, any of which, including the ‘esqueixada’ are excellent. Aribau, 73. Tel. 934 531 123

Escudella catalana (Hearty CatalanEscudella catalana (Hearty CatalanEscudella catalana (Hearty CatalanEscudella catalana (Hearty Catalan----style stew with meat and vegetables)style stew with meat and vegetables)style stew with meat and vegetables)style stew with meat and vegetables) An inn recommended for any gourmet; the fusion of a delicatessen store with an excellent restaurant. Can Ravell. Aragón, 313. Tel. 934 575 114

3.3 10 Essential places to visit Plaza Reial (Royal Square)Plaza Reial (Royal Square)Plaza Reial (Royal Square)Plaza Reial (Royal Square) The beautiful XVII century square bordered by its characteristic porches boasts several unique examples of the royal palm trees that have through the centuries made it one of the most desirable spots in Barcelona. A setting soaked in unrivalled romantic attraction

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La PedreraLa PedreraLa PedreraLa Pedrera Another of Antoni Gaudí’s modernist works built between 1905 and 1910, its great stone and iron balconies depict a true sensation of movement. The impressive, staggered terrace, with smoke chimneys and ventilation, gives its shape almost human qualities. Paseo de Gràcia. 92

RaRaRaRamblasmblasmblasmblas Stretching from the plaza Catalunya to the statue of Colón (Statue of Columbus) it is actually made up of six different areas, although the divisions are a little unclear. The most renowned are: Canaletas – the most well-known for its symbolic fountain, palacio de la Virreina (the Vicereine Ρalace), the Boquería market and Santa Mónica

Santa Maria del MarSanta Maria del MarSanta Maria del MarSanta Maria del Mar The XIII century church, considered the purest example of gothic architecture in Spain, Santa Maria del Mar is the setting at different moments throughout the year for popular sacred music concerts. Plaza Santa Maria del Mar

TibidaboTibidaboTibidaboTibidabo To travel to top of the 1,530-metre hill, take the Tranvía Blau tram at its base, and then the cable railway to reach the “Magic Mountain” theme park. An excellent viewing point from which to admire the city panorama

Palau de la Música CatalanaPalau de la Música CatalanaPalau de la Música CatalanaPalau de la Música Catalana An impressive modernist palace, the work of Doménech i Montaner, was extended by Óscar Tusquets and is the setting for a whole variety of musical concerts. Sant Francesc de Paula, 2. Tel. 983 151 111 Sagrada FamiliaSagrada FamiliaSagrada FamiliaSagrada Familia The unfinished work of Gaudí initiated in 1882 was projected with three facades. One of the artist’s most spectacular works of art, it is home to a monographic museum, a scaled model of the temple and the crypt where the architect’s remains are buried. Plaza Sagrada Familia

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Gran Teatre del LiceuGran Teatre del LiceuGran Teatre del LiceuGran Teatre del Liceu Reconstructed after the fire of 1993, the Grand Theatre was reopened in 1999. One part of the main facade is reminiscent of an ancient theatre, whilst an unforgettable interior has recreated a great deal of its former furnishings. Ramblas, 61

Plaza del ReiPlaza del ReiPlaza del ReiPlaza del Rei One of the city’s most referential squares. For three centuries it was a trading centre for cattle fodder and hay. Alongside the palacio del Lloctinent, the salón del Tinell and Chapel of Santa Àgueda, it is the medieval heart of the city, and not to be missed ParkParkParkPark GüellGüellGüellGüell An indispensable visit for lovers of Gaudi. The Sala de las Cien Columnas (Room of one hundred columns), El Mirador (the viewing point), la Terraza, (The Terrace), las casitas de los Guardianes (the guardian houses) and gardens are all key features of this beautiful park that was designed for Count Güell

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3.4 10 Essential museums to visit Cosmo CaixaCosmo CaixaCosmo CaixaCosmo Caixa Opened in 2005, the site of the former science museum. This new museum is home to six floors of the most varied exhibitions, temporary and permanent, all sharing the same objective – the exploration of science. Teodor Roviralta, 21. Tel. 932126050 Fundació Antoni TàpiesFundació Antoni TàpiesFundació Antoni TàpiesFundació Antoni Tàpies The former publishing company Montaner i Simon is currently the centre of the Fundació Tàpies, that is home to a museum containing a collection of 325 pictorial and sculptural pieces, sketches, engraving and lithography covering the complete creative work of the artist. The terrace roof is the setting for one of his most breakthrough works of art, el calcetín. Aragó, 255. Tel. 934 870 315

Museu del BarçaMuseu del BarçaMuseu del BarçaMuseu del Barça Set within the sports complex at F.C. Barcelona, home to the city’s football club, is the Museu del Barça. Opened in 1984 the museum contains a collection of the club’s trophies, photographic and written documents and a whole series of fundamental features that have shaped the centenarian history of the successful Barça team. Av. Arístides Maillol, s/n

Museu de Cera (waxwork Museu de Cera (waxwork Museu de Cera (waxwork Museu de Cera (waxwork museum)museum)museum)museum) The museum contains 300 waxwork figures representing both historical and current characters set in their individual surroundings. The museum was created and founded in 1973 by prestigious international film director Enrique Alracón. Pasaje de la Banca, 7 Museu d’Història de la ciutat (Museum of city history)Museu d’Història de la ciutat (Museum of city history)Museu d’Història de la ciutat (Museum of city history)Museu d’Història de la ciutat (Museum of city history) Guided tours around Barcelona’s roman and gothic districts. Displaying the historical remains of the roman city and plans of its former medieval centre. Plaza del Rei. Tel. 933 151 111 Museu dMuseu dMuseu dMuseu d’Història de Catalunya (Museum of History of Catalunya)’Història de Catalunya (Museum of History of Catalunya)’Història de Catalunya (Museum of History of Catalunya)’Història de Catalunya (Museum of History of Catalunya) A blend of the histories of the various cities in present day Catalunya up to 1980. Guided tours. Pau Vila, 2. Palau de Mar. Tel. 932 254 700 Museu PicassoMuseu PicassoMuseu PicassoMuseu Picasso An important collection of painting, engraving, ceramics and sculptures by one of the greatest geniuses in modern painting, Pablo Picasso. Montcada, 15-17

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Museo de Arte Contemporáneo de Barcelona (Barcelona Museo de Arte Contemporáneo de Barcelona (Barcelona Museo de Arte Contemporáneo de Barcelona (Barcelona Museo de Arte Contemporáneo de Barcelona (Barcelona Museum of Contemporary ArtMuseum of Contemporary ArtMuseum of Contemporary ArtMuseum of Contemporary Art) Also known as the MACBA, the building is the work of Robert Meier. A striking white jewel set in the old part of the city, continuously hosting a wide selection of temporary and permanent exhibitions. Pla dels Àngels, 1. Tel. 934 120 810

Museo Egipcio (Egyptian museumMuseo Egipcio (Egyptian museumMuseo Egipcio (Egyptian museumMuseo Egipcio (Egyptian museum) 700 important pieces recreate the ancient and fascinating world of the pharaohs. Valencia, 246 Centre d’Art Santa MónicaCentre d’Art Santa MónicaCentre d’Art Santa MónicaCentre d’Art Santa Mónica The art centre is located in the area surrounding the Santa Monica Convent. The building was declared a historical monument of art in November 1984 and consequently reformed specifically to showcase architectural exhibitions. La Rambla, 7

3.5 10 Essential architectural gems Torre AgbarTorre AgbarTorre AgbarTorre Agbar The symbol of XXI technology, Barcelona’s oval-shaped tower, crowned by a glass and steel dome was inspired by the Gaudí architectural legacy and the mountain of Montserrat. 142 metres tall, the tower is the work of Jean Nouvel. Av. Diagonal, 211. Tel. 933 422 129 Torre de Gas NaturalTorre de Gas NaturalTorre de Gas NaturalTorre de Gas Natural The glass tower, home to the energy company, was opened in 2006, and the work of architects Enric Miralles and Benedetta Tagliabue. Its location dates back to the mid XIX century, and was the original site of the very first gas factory in Spain. Plaça del Gas, 1. Tel. 902 199 199 Torre de telecomunicaciones de Collserola Torre de telecomunicaciones de Collserola Torre de telecomunicaciones de Collserola Torre de telecomunicaciones de Collserola A short distance from the peak of Tibidabo, Norman Foster’s telecommunications tower was constructed for the Olympic Games in 1992. Carretera Vallvidrera-Tibidabo AuditoriAuditoriAuditoriAuditori Alongside the Teatre Nacional de Catalunya, (Catalunya’s national theatre) in the Glories Square, is the Auditorium, the work of Rafael Moneo with Higini Arnau’s acoustic design. The building maintains the more typical style of Ildefons Cerdà’s Eixample district. Plaça de les Arts Puente de Bac de RodaPuente de Bac de RodaPuente de Bac de RodaPuente de Bac de Roda The bridge connecting the streets Bac de Roda and Felip II, in the area of Sagrera, popularly known as the Calatrava Bridge, in namesake of its designer, the engineer Santiago Calatrava. Opened in 1987 it links the areas of Sant Andreu and Sant Martí

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Hotel WHotel WHotel WHotel W Designed by Ricardo Bofill Leví and the location of Starwood Hotels and Resorts’ five star accommodation, the hotel boasts majestic views over the sea, natural light and an impressive glass facade. Plaça de la Rosa dels Vents, 1. Tel. 932 952 800

Edificios Trade (Trade buildings)Edificios Trade (Trade buildings)Edificios Trade (Trade buildings)Edificios Trade (Trade buildings) The four black glass towers with their characteristic undulating shapes, were in their day considered quite revolutionary. Architects Codernech and Valls designed the facades as a ‘curtained wall’ concept, recovering the work started by Mies van der Rohe. Gran Vía de Carles III, 84-98 Ciudad dCiudad dCiudad dCiudad de la Justicia (City of Justice)e la Justicia (City of Justice)e la Justicia (City of Justice)e la Justicia (City of Justice) The architectural project led by David Chipperfield is a collection of eight buildings, each individually adding a particular presence and enriching the Barcelona and L’Hospitalet de Llobregat skyline. Gran Via nº 119 TorrTorrTorrTorre Mapfree Mapfree Mapfree Mapfre The stainless steel and glass facades of this office building were constructed using 500 tonnes of recycled scrap metal. The glass inclines downwards to avoid any possible feeling of vertigo and a superior view of the city. Marina, 14-16 ApartameApartameApartameApartamentos Suite Avenuentos Suite Avenuentos Suite Avenuentos Suite Avenue The latest in Barcelona architecture, Japanese architect Toyo Ito designed the luxury Suite Avenue apartments simulating La Pedrera, located directly opposite. Paseo de Gràcia, 83. Tel. 93 487 41 59

3.6 10 Essential treats to indulge in Afternoon tea at the city’s oldest farmhouseAfternoon tea at the city’s oldest farmhouseAfternoon tea at the city’s oldest farmhouseAfternoon tea at the city’s oldest farmhouse La Pallaresa is one of the city’s most traditional establishments. The farm has been operational since 1947 and serves the best hot chocolate with cream and ‘ensaimadas’ (sweet pastry) in the city. Its mató from the Montserrat region is also internationally famous. Petritxol, 11

A trip in a ‘Golondrina’ A trip in a ‘Golondrina’ A trip in a ‘Golondrina’ A trip in a ‘Golondrina’ What better way to see the coast of Barcelona than a fun trip in the typical ‘swallow’ shaped vessel, that ‘takes off’ on its maritime journey in the port, opposite the Colón statue, and arrives at the breakwater in Port Olímpic. Tel. 934 423 106

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Coffee in a striking modernist hotelCoffee in a striking modernist hotelCoffee in a striking modernist hotelCoffee in a striking modernist hotel The Hotel Casa Fuster is the luxury accommodation designed by architect Lluis Domènech i Montaner that reflects the perfect harmony between modernism and great elegance. Its top-floor terrace with swimming pool has become a unique viewing point with views of the whole of paseo de Gràcia, the Mediterranean, Tibidabo and the Sagrada Família. Paseo de Gràcia, 132. Tel. 932 553 000

A paving stone from the legendary paseo de GraciaA paving stone from the legendary paseo de GraciaA paving stone from the legendary paseo de GraciaA paving stone from the legendary paseo de Gracia Of all Gaudí’s non-architectural works, the most prosperous, copied and quite probably the most popular is the hexagonal paving stone that the architect planned in 1904 to pave the floor of the Casa Batlló. Available for purchase in La Pedrera’s gift shop Calle Montcada, a truly historical walkCalle Montcada, a truly historical walkCalle Montcada, a truly historical walkCalle Montcada, a truly historical walk The calle Montcada, the location of five palaces, dates back to the XII century when the ruling classes wished to unite two different districts. In the XIV and XVIII centuries this street became the centre of noble life. Number 22 El Xampanyet, is rich in history, traditionally elaborating the xampanyet (sparking white wine) served with deliciously prepared anchovies Mercat de Santa Caterina (Santa Caterina Market)Mercat de Santa Caterina (Santa Caterina Market)Mercat de Santa Caterina (Santa Caterina Market)Mercat de Santa Caterina (Santa Caterina Market) Situated in the old town, alongside the Ribera district, the market has been the supreme witness of city history, as the very first market built in Barcelona (1844). In 2005 it was opened with the new design of architects Enric Miralles and Benedetta Taglibue, striking for its colourful roof, natural shape and mosaics. Av. Francesc Cambó, 16

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Sunset in TibidaboSunset in TibidaboSunset in TibidaboSunset in Tibidabo Barcelona has enormous charm especially when seen from above, and to enjoy it at sunset is priceless. Such magical moments should be accompanied by a drink at the Mirablau with its unrivalled terrace and views. Plaza del Doctor Andreu, s/n

A walk through the ancient district of SarriàA walk through the ancient district of SarriàA walk through the ancient district of SarriàA walk through the ancient district of Sarrià The old part of Sarria is populated by a number of traditional low-lying little houses, typically dedicated to different craft trades and bakeries for example. Hidden away is the Bar Tomás, legendary in the area for its fabulous patatas bravas. (sautéed potatoes in spicy sauce) Major de Sarrià, 49. Tel. 932 031 077 A walk through BarcelonetaA walk through BarcelonetaA walk through BarcelonetaA walk through Barceloneta The maritime quarter la Barceloneta is the area that personifies the evolution of the city’s port. In the XVIII century the first one-storey houses were built whilst the XIX century shaped the district that can be seen today. Take a stroll through its old streets, taste some of the best seafood tapas and enjoy a wonderful sea view A walk through the squares ofA walk through the squares ofA walk through the squares ofA walk through the squares of GràciaGràciaGràciaGràcia One of the most characteristic districts, Gràcia is made up by a number of little squares, most of which have been restored and inhabited in recent years. The plaza de la Vila, home to the

district council hall and an old clock tower, is particularly worthy of a visit Teleférico de Montjuïc (Cable railway to Montjuïc)Teleférico de Montjuïc (Cable railway to Montjuïc)Teleférico de Montjuïc (Cable railway to Montjuïc)Teleférico de Montjuïc (Cable railway to Montjuïc) In 2007 the cable railway was re-opened after a huge renovation. The former layout was conserved with three stations at Parc de Montjuïc, el Mirador and el Castillo, with the railway itself also completely reformed.

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4. 4. 4. 4. TIMETABLETIMETABLETIMETABLETIMETABLE Tuesday 27 July 2010 - Morning 8:058:058:058:05 20km Walk20km Walk20km Walk20km Walk MenMenMenMen FINALFINALFINALFINAL 9:30 Hammer Men Qual. Gr. A 10:00 400m hurdles Women Round 1 10:30 Shot Put Women Qual. Gr. A/B 10:40 400m Men Round 1 11:05 Hammer Men Qual. Gr. B 11:30 800m Women Round 1 12:15 1500m Men Round 1 12:30 Long Jump Women Qual. Gr. A/B 12:45 Discus Women Qual. Gr. A 13:55 Discus Women Qual. Gr. B

Tuesday 27 July 2010 - Afternoon 19:05 Javelin Women Qual. Gr. A 19:10 High Jump Men Qual. Gr. A/B 19:15 100m Men Round 1 19:3519:3519:3519:35 Shot PutShot PutShot PutShot Put WomenWomenWomenWomen FINALFINALFINALFINAL 20:10 400m Women Round 1 20:20 Triple Jump Men Qual. Gr. A/B 20:30 Javelin Women Qual. Gr. B 21:0521:0521:0521:05 10000m10000m10000m10000m MenMenMenMen FINALFINALFINALFINAL

Wednesday 28 July 2010 - Morning 8:058:058:058:05 20km walk20km walk20km walk20km walk WomenWomenWomenWomen FINALFINALFINALFINAL 10:00 Dec - 100m Men Decathlon 10:10 Hammer Women Qual. Gr. A 10:30 Pole Vault Women Qual. Gr. A/B 10:40 100m Women Round 1 11:00 Dec - Long Jump Men Dec Gr. A/B 11:30 3000m sc Women Round 1 12:00 Hammer Women Qual. Gr. B 12:10 800m Men Round 1 12:30 Dec - Shot Put Men Dec Gr. A/B 12:50 400m hurdles Men Round 1

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Wednesday 28 July 2010 - Afternoon 18:00 Dec - High Jump Men Dec Gr. A/B 18:3018:3018:3018:30 DiscusDiscusDiscusDiscus WomenWomenWomenWomen FINALFINALFINALFINAL 18:35 400m Women Semi-final 19:00 400m Men Semi-final 19:25 800m Women Semi-final 19:50 100m Men Semi-final 20:0020:0020:0020:00 Long JumpLong JumpLong JumpLong Jump WomenWomenWomenWomen FINALFINALFINALFINAL 20:15 400m hurdles Women Semi-final 20:2520:2520:2520:25 HammerHammerHammerHammer MenMenMenMen FINALFINALFINALFINAL 20:40 1500m Men Semi-final 21:0521:0521:0521:05 10000m10000m10000m10000m WomenWomenWomenWomen FINALFINALFINALFINAL 21:4521:4521:4521:45 100m100m100m100m MenMenMenMen FIFIFIFINALNALNALNAL 21:55 Dec - 400m Men Decathlon

Thursday 29 July 2010 - Morning 10:05 Dec - 110m hurdles Men Decathlon 10:15 Pole Vault Men Qual. Gr. A/B 10:45 110m hurdles Men Round 1 11:00 Dec - Discus Men Dec. Gr. A 11:30 200m Men Round 1 12:20 1500m Women Round 1 12:30 Triple Jump Women Qual. Gr. A/B 12:30 Dec - Discus Men Dec. Gr. B 14:15 Dec - Pole Vault Men Dec Gr. A/B

Thursday 29 July 2010 - Afternoon 17:30 Dec - Javelin Men Dec. Gr. A 18:3018:3018:3018:30 High JumpHigh JumpHigh JumpHigh Jump MenMenMenMen FINALFINALFINALFINAL 18:45 5000m Men Round 1 19:00 Dec - Javelin Men Dec. Gr. B 19:30 400m hurdles Men Semi-final 19:4019:4019:4019:40 Triple JumpTriple JumpTriple JumpTriple Jump MenMenMenMen FINALFINALFINALFINAL 19:55 200m Men Semi-final 20:20 100m Women Semi-final 20:4020:4020:4020:40 JavelinJavelinJavelinJavelin WomenWomenWomenWomen FINALFINALFINALFINAL 20:50 800m Men Semi-final 21:1021:1021:1021:10 Dec Dec Dec Dec ---- 1500m1500m1500m1500m MenMenMenMen DECATHLONDECATHLONDECATHLONDECATHLON 21:4521:4521:4521:45 100m100m100m100m WomenWomenWomenWomen FINALFINALFINALFINAL

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Friday 30 July 2010 - Morning

7:357:357:357:35 50km walk50km walk50km walk50km walk MenMenMenMen FINALFINALFINALFINAL 9:10 5000m Women Round 1 10:00 100m hurdles Women Round 1 10:05 High Jump Women Qual. Gr. A/B 10:20 Javelin Men Qual. Gr. A 11:00 Hep - 100m hurdles Women Heptathlon 11:30 Shot Put Men Qual. Gr. A/B 11:40 3000m sc Men Round 1 12:00 Javelin Men Qual. Gr. B 12:05 Hep - High Jump Women Hep. Gr. A/B 12:20 200m Women Round 1

Friday 30 July 2010 - Afternoon 18:3018:3018:3018:30 Pole VaultPole VaultPole VaultPole Vault WomenWomenWomenWomen FINALFINALFINALFINAL 18:35 110m hurdles Men Semi-final 18:35 Long Jump Men Qual. Gr. A/B 18:45 Hep - Shot Put Women Hep. Gr. A/B 19:00 200m Women Semi-final 19:2519:2519:2519:25 200m200m200m200m MenMenMenMen FINALFINALFINALFINAL 19:3519:3519:3519:35 400m400m400m400m WomenWomenWomenWomen FINALFINALFINALFINAL 19:5019:5019:5019:50 110m hurdles110m hurdles110m hurdles110m hurdles MenMenMenMen FINALFINALFINALFINAL 20:00 1500m Women Semi-final 20:2020:2020:2020:20 HammerHammerHammerHammer WomenWomenWomenWomen FINALFINALFINALFINAL 20:2520:2520:2520:25 3000m sc3000m sc3000m sc3000m sc WomenWomenWomenWomen FINALFINALFINALFINAL 20:55 Hep - 200m Women Heptathlon 21:2521:2521:2521:25 400m400m400m400m MenMenMenMen FFFFINALINALINALINAL 21:4021:4021:4021:40 400m hurdles400m hurdles400m hurdles400m hurdles WomenWomenWomenWomen FINALFINALFINALFINAL 21:5021:5021:5021:50 800m800m800m800m WomenWomenWomenWomen FINALFINALFINALFINAL 22:0022:0022:0022:00 1500m1500m1500m1500m MenMenMenMen FINALFINALFINALFINAL

Saturday 31 July 2010 - Morning 10:0510:0510:0510:05 MarathonMarathonMarathonMarathon WomenWomenWomenWomen FINALFINALFINALFINAL 10:10 Discus Men Qual. Gr. A 10:15 4x100m Men Round 1 10:45 4x100m Women Round 1 11:15 Hep - Long Jump Women Qual. Gr. A/B 11:20 4x400m Men Round 1 11:40 Discus Men Qual. Gr. B 11:50 4x400m Women Round 1

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Saturday 31 July 2010 - Afternoon 16:15 Hep - Javelin Women Hep Gr. A 18:00 Hep - Javelin Women Hep Gr. B 18:0018:0018:0018:00 Pole VaultPole VaultPole VaultPole Vault MenMenMenMen FINALFINALFINALFINAL 18:3018:3018:3018:30 Shot PutShot PutShot PutShot Put MenMenMenMen FINALFINALFINALFINAL 19:05 100m hurdles Women Semi-final 19:1019:1019:1019:10 Triple JumpTriple JumpTriple JumpTriple Jump WomenWomenWomenWomen FINALFINALFINALFINAL 19:3519:3519:3519:35 800m800m800m800m MenMenMenMen FINALFINALFINALFINAL 19:5019:5019:5019:50 200m200m200m200m WomenWomenWomenWomen FINALFINALFINALFINAL 20:0520:0520:0520:05 JavelinJavelinJavelinJavelin MenMenMenMen FINALFINALFINALFINAL 20:1020:1020:1020:10 400m hurdles400m hurdles400m hurdles400m hurdles MenMenMenMen FINALFINALFINALFINAL 20:2520:2520:2520:25 100m hurdles100m hurdles100m hurdles100m hurdles WomenWomenWomenWomen FINALFINALFINALFINAL 20:4520:4520:4520:45 Hep Hep Hep Hep ---- 800m800m800m800m WomenWomenWomenWomen HEPTATHLONHEPTATHLONHEPTATHLONHEPTATHLON 21:2021:2021:2021:20 5000m5000m5000m5000m MenMenMenMen FINALFINALFINALFINAL

Sunday 1 August 2010 - Morning 10:0510:0510:0510:05 MarathonMarathonMarathonMarathon MenMenMenMen FINALFINALFINALFINAL

Sunday 1 August 2010 - Afternoon 19:3019:3019:3019:30 High JumpHigh JumpHigh JumpHigh Jump WomenWomenWomenWomen FINALFINALFINALFINAL 19:3519:3519:3519:35 4x100m4x100m4x100m4x100m MenMenMenMen FINALFINALFINALFINAL 19:4519:4519:4519:45 DiscusDiscusDiscusDiscus MenMenMenMen FINALFINALFINALFINAL 19:5019:5019:5019:50 4x100m4x100m4x100m4x100m WomenWomenWomenWomen FINALFINALFINALFINAL 20:1020:1020:1020:10 Long JumpLong JumpLong JumpLong Jump MenMenMenMen FINALFINALFINALFINAL 20:1520:1520:1520:15 3000m sc3000m sc3000m sc3000m sc MenMenMenMen FINALFINALFINALFINAL 20:4020:4020:4020:40 5000m5000m5000m5000m WomenWomenWomenWomen FINALFINALFINALFINAL 22221:151:151:151:15 1500m1500m1500m1500m WomenWomenWomenWomen FINALFINALFINALFINAL 21:4021:4021:4021:40 4x400m4x400m4x400m4x400m WomenWomenWomenWomen FINALFINALFINALFINAL 21:5521:5521:5521:55 4x400m4x400m4x400m4x400m MenMenMenMen FINALFINALFINALFINAL

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5. ACCREDITATION5. ACCREDITATION5. ACCREDITATION5. ACCREDITATION

5.1 General Information

Each person involved in the 20th European Athletics Championships Barcelona 2010 will receive an accreditation pass, which must be worn at all times and should be clearly visible. All access areas will be controlled by security personnel. The accreditation is personal and non-transferable and any unauthorised or improper use of an accreditation pass may result in its withdrawal and the rights of its holder being revoked. The accreditation pass is the property of European Athletics and may be withdrawn at any time.

5.2 Accreditation Procedure

All media representatives will receive their accreditations at the Main Accreditation Centre (MAC). The MAC is located inside the Olympic Stadium, Level 1, Passeig Olímpic 17, 08038 Barcelona. MAC Opening hoursMAC Opening hoursMAC Opening hoursMAC Opening hours 23 July 2010 – 1 August 2010: 08:00 – 21:00 The accreditation must be picked up individually and the passport or ID card which has been indicated in the accreditation request in the ORAS system must be presented. All photographers will be requested to wear a bib. Bibs will be distributed on 26 July at 12:00 in the Press Conference Room located in the MPC.

5.3 Lost Accreditation Pass

Any lost or damaged accreditation passes should first be reported to the police station located next to entrance 1 of the Olympic Stadium. The opening dates and hours of the police station are as follows: 27 July – 1 August from 10:00 to 14:00 and 18:00 to 23:00. Duplicate cards can be obtained by submitting the police report from the police station. Therefore, a copy of the police report should be brought to the MAC.

5.4 Access Areas

The accreditation for press representatives will give access to the Main Press Centre, Media Tribune, Mixed Zone and the Public Area. A description of all the accreditation zones can be found on the back of the accreditation pass. Furthermore, the accreditation gives access to the Media Shuttle Buses which are running between the venue and the official media hotels.

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6. ACCOMODATION6. ACCOMODATION6. ACCOMODATION6. ACCOMODATION 6.1 General Information The Barcelona 2010 LOC has made arrangements with nine media hotels located in the city centre and close to the Olympic Stadium Lluís Companys de Montjuïc. Transportation will be available for media representatives, who are accommodated in the official hotels. This service will run between the official media hotels and the stadium. The LOC will facilitate the following information at the Information Desk in each hotel: • Daily Programme • Competition timetable • Transport Schedules • Hotel Services • City information

6.2 Media Hotels BBBB----HotelHotelHotelHotel ((((3*)3*)3*)3*) Gran Via de les Corts Catalanes, 389-391 08015 Barcelona Tel. +34 93 552 95 00 • Approx. 5 minutes to Olympic Stadium • Free WIFI Internet access

Hotel Ayre Gran Via (4*)Hotel Ayre Gran Via (4*)Hotel Ayre Gran Via (4*)Hotel Ayre Gran Via (4*) Gran Vía Corts Catalanes, 322-324 08004 Barcelona Tel. +34 93 367 55 00 • Approx. 5 minutes to Olympic Stadium • Free WIFI Internet access

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Hotel NH Constanza (4*)Hotel NH Constanza (4*)Hotel NH Constanza (4*)Hotel NH Constanza (4*) Carrer de Déu i Mata, 69 08029 Barcelona Tel. +34 93 281 15 00 • Approx. 15 minutes to Olympic Stadium • Paid WIFI Internet access

Hotel Expo Barcelona (4*)Hotel Expo Barcelona (4*)Hotel Expo Barcelona (4*)Hotel Expo Barcelona (4*) C/ Mallorca, 1-23 08014 Barcelona Tel. +34 936 003 020 • Approx. 10 minutes to Olympic Stadium • Paid WIFI Internet access

Hotel ExpHotel ExpHotel ExpHotel Expo Torre Catalunya (4*)o Torre Catalunya (4*)o Torre Catalunya (4*)o Torre Catalunya (4*) Avinguda Roma, 2-4, 08014 Barcelona Tel. +34 936 003 030 • Approx. 10 minutes to Olympic Stadium • Paid WIFI Internet access

Hotel NH Numancia (3*)Hotel NH Numancia (3*)Hotel NH Numancia (3*)Hotel NH Numancia (3*) Numancia, 74 08029 Barcelona Tel. +34 93 322 44 51 • Approx. 10 minutes to Olympic Stadium • Paid WIFI Internet access

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Hotel AC Sants (4*)Hotel AC Sants (4*)Hotel AC Sants (4*)Hotel AC Sants (4*) Passeig de Sant Antoni, 36-40 08014 Barcelona Tel. +34 93 432 45 12 • Approx. 10 minutes to Olympic Stadium • Paid WIFI Internet access

Hotel Abba Sants (4*)Hotel Abba Sants (4*)Hotel Abba Sants (4*)Hotel Abba Sants (4*) C/ Numancia, 32 08029 Barcelona Tel. 936 003 100 • Approx. 10 minutes to Olympic Stadium • Paid WIFI Internet access

Hotel Barceló Sants (4*)Hotel Barceló Sants (4*)Hotel Barceló Sants (4*)Hotel Barceló Sants (4*) Plaça Paisos Catalans 08014 Barcelona Tel. +34 935 035 300 • Approx. 10 minutes to Olympic Stadium • Free WIFI Internet access

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7.7.7.7. TRANSPORTTRANSPORTTRANSPORTTRANSPORT VehiclesVehiclesVehiclesVehicles A shuttle bus service will be provided for the media representatives accommodated in the official hotels. Arrivals & AccreditationArrivals & AccreditationArrivals & AccreditationArrivals & Accreditation The official airport is the International Airport BCN - El Prat, located 15 km south-west of the city. A Welcome Desk will be located at the arrival hall of terminals T-1 and T-2. Operational hours will be from 8:00 to 22:00. Scheduled arrivals prior to or after the indicated times will be handled on an individual basis. Transport will be provided from the main train stations (Estació de Sants) to respective hotels.

7.1 Arrivals through 22 to 24 July All media representatives will be taken directly to the official hotels. There will be 3 routes: • M1M1M1M1----HotelsHotelsHotelsHotels: Airport to Plaza España (B-Hotel/Ayre Gran Via) • M2M2M2M2----HotelsHotelsHotelsHotels: Airport to Torre Catalunya/Barceló Sants/AC Sants/Expo • M3M3M3M3----HotelsHotelsHotelsHotels: Airport to NH Constanza – NH Numancia/Abba Sants After the check-in, media representatives will use the bus service from the official hotels to reach the Main Accreditation Centre (MAC) in the Olympic Stadium. There will be 3 routes: • M1M1M1M1----StadiumStadiumStadiumStadium: Plaza España (B-Hotel/Ayre Gran Via) to Olympic Stadium • M2M2M2M2----StadiumStadiumStadiumStadium: Barceló Torre Catalunya/Barceló Sants/AC Sants/Expo to Olympic Stadium • M3M3M3M3---- StadiumStadiumStadiumStadium: NH Constanza – NH Numancia/Abba Sants to Olympic Stadium

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7.2 Arrivals through 25 to 31 July

All Media representatives will be taken directly to the MAC in the Olympic Stadium. M9M9M9M9----StadiumStadiumStadiumStadium: AirportAirportAirportAirport – StadiumStadiumStadiumStadium Upon picking up their accreditation, media representatives will use the bus service from the stadium to reach the official hotels. • M1M1M1M1----HotelsHotelsHotelsHotels: Stadium to Plaza España (B-Hotel/Ayre Gran Via) • M2M2M2M2----HotelsHotelsHotelsHotels: Stadium to Torre Catalunya/Barceló Sants/AC Sants/Expo • M3M3M3M3----HotelsHotelsHotelsHotels: Stadium to NH Constanza – NH Numancia/Abba Sants In case the MAC is closed, the procedure ‘Arrivals from 22 to 24 July’ will be followed. Schedule (Airport BCN Schedule (Airport BCN Schedule (Airport BCN Schedule (Airport BCN –––– El Prat to Media Hotels)El Prat to Media Hotels)El Prat to Media Hotels)El Prat to Media Hotels) From the Airport to... From the Airport to... From the Airport to... From the Airport to... Distance Distance Distance Distance Estimated timeEstimated timeEstimated timeEstimated time Media Hotels 15 – 18 km 20 – 30 min.

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7.3 Olympic Stadium

The LOC will offer a shuttle bus service for accredited media staying at official hotels. Buses will start running two hours before the beginning of competitions and will have a frequency of 30 minutes approximately. The shuttle bus service will operate through 23 July to 1 August (inclusive) with different schedules. The respective timetables will be provided in the official hotels. Return services will start upon the end of the day’s competition. The last departure will be at 01:15 (15 minutes after closure of the MPC). There will be 3 bus routes to the Olympic Stadium: • M1M1M1M1----StadiumStadiumStadiumStadium: Plaza España (B-Hotel/Ayre Gran Via) to Olympic Stadium

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• M2M2M2M2----StadiumStadiumStadiumStadium: Torre Catalunya/Barceló Sants/AC Sants/Expo to Olympic Stadium

• M3M3M3M3---- StadiumStadiumStadiumStadium: NH Constanza – NH Numancia/Abba Sants to Olympic Stadium

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Schedule (Media Hotels to Olympic Stadium)Schedule (Media Hotels to Olympic Stadium)Schedule (Media Hotels to Olympic Stadium)Schedule (Media Hotels to Olympic Stadium) From Media Hotels to... From Media Hotels to... From Media Hotels to... From Media Hotels to... Distance Distance Distance Distance Estimated timeEstimated timeEstimated timeEstimated time Stadium 2.5 – 6 km 10 – 20 min

7.4 Warm-up Facilities and Training Venues There will be no transport services to take the media representatives to the Warm-up Facilities and Training Venues.

7.5 Road Events The bus service for road events (Ciutadella Park) will feature three routes: • M1M1M1M1----CiutadellaCiutadellaCiutadellaCiutadella: Plaza España (B-Hotel/Ayre Gran Via) to Ciutadella Park • M2M2M2M2----CiutadCiutadCiutadCiutadellaellaellaella: Torre Catalunya/Barceló Sants/AC Sants/Expo to Ciutadella Park • M3M3M3M3----CiutadellaCiutadellaCiutadellaCiutadella: NH Constanza – NH Numancia/Abba Sants to Ciutadella Park DepartureDepartureDepartureDeparture • One hour before the start of the competition • At the start of competition • One hour after the start of the competition (only the 30 July) After competition assigned buses will be provided from Ciutadella Park to the Olympic Stadium (not to Media Hotels). Buses will be shared with VIPs and team members. TVMTVMTVMTVM----StadiumStadiumStadiumStadium: Ciutadella Park – Stadium Return services will leave approximately 15 and 45 minutes after the end of competition. Schedule Media Hotels to Road EventsSchedule Media Hotels to Road EventsSchedule Media Hotels to Road EventsSchedule Media Hotels to Road Events Media Hotels to ... Media Hotels to ... Media Hotels to ... Media Hotels to ... Distance Distance Distance Distance Estimated timeEstimated timeEstimated timeEstimated time Road Events 5 – 7 km 12 – 20 min.

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7.6 Departures The LOC will offer a shuttle service for media representatives for departures on 2 and 3 August. The frequency of this service will be based on the departure schedule, which will be posted at the information desk of each hotel. Confirmation of departure times will be requested upon arrival to the hotels through the departure request form and any changes must be reported to the information desk 48 hours prior to the scheduled departure. There will be 3 shuttle bus routes to the airport: • M1M1M1M1----AirportAirportAirportAirport: Plaza España (B-Hotel/Ayre Gran Via) to Airport • M 2M 2M 2M 2----AirportAirportAirportAirport: Barceló Sants/AC Sants/Expo/Torre Catalunya to Airport • M3M3M3M3----AirportAirportAirportAirport: NH Constanza – NH Numancia/Abba Sants to Airport Information about departure times will be displayed at the Information Desk in each Media Hotel.

7.7 Public Transport Media representatives who are not accommodated in the official hotels can use the public transport from Plaza España to the Olympic Stadium. It is also possible to take a taxi to the stadium. Depending on the proximity of the destination the prices vary from €6 to €15. Taxi prices from the airport to the city centre vary from €25 to €30.

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8. MEDIA SERVICES AND FACILITIES8. MEDIA SERVICES AND FACILITIES8. MEDIA SERVICES AND FACILITIES8. MEDIA SERVICES AND FACILITIES

8.1 Entrances There are two entrances (9A and 9B) to the Olympic Stadium for media with direct access to the Media Tribune and the Main Press Centre (MPC). Both can be used to enter all areas. There will be a security check at both entrances so please be patient if there are queues.

8.2 MPC - Main Press Centre The MPC is located in the main stand (west) of the Olympic Stadium, above and parallel to the 100m straight, next to the Media Tribune. The proximity of the two spaces enables comfortable working conditions for all media members. An area of over 2,000 square metres has been reserved for the MPC to guarantee the best service possible, with fully equipped seats to facilitate the needs of the media representatives (journalists and photographers). The entire area is covered by free Telefonica WLAN. Photographers have the right to use the MPC, which is located close the camera repair service of Barcelona 2010 (see 9.8). MPC FacilitiesMPC FacilitiesMPC FacilitiesMPC Facilities • Welcome Desk • Computers with internet connection • Pigeon holes with full media information • Copy centre • TV screens with live signal • Printers • Refrigerators MPC Opening HoursMPC Opening HoursMPC Opening HoursMPC Opening Hours 23 July – 26 July: 10:00 – 20:00 27 July – 1 August: 09:00 – 01:00

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8.3 Media Tribune The Media Tribune is located in the southwest stand, overlooking the 100m straight. It consists of tabled positions with TV screens and CIS terminals for written press and fully/partially equipped commentary positions for TV and radio (according to the request from the right holder). There are also a number of non-equipped tables and observer seats. Start lists, results and flash quotes will be distributed in the tribune upon request. There will also be a Media Tribune set up at Road Events, located next to the start and finish line, next to Ciutadella Park.

8.4 Mixed Zone The Mixed Zone is located in the tunnel just below the MPC and will be easily accessible. It is divided into four areas, the dedicated live TV/radio positions, the ENG/TV zone, the News Access Rights/radio zone and the written press zone. Equipped with TV screens and CIS monitors, journalists will have the opportunity to interview the athletes for a few minutes after the competition. There will also be a Mixed Zone set up at the Road Events, which will be located next to the start and finish line, next to Ciutadella Park.

8.5 Press Conference Room The Press Conference Room is located in the stadium right behind the Mixed Zone. Seating up to 180 people, it will host all medallists’ interviews, as well as related press conferences. Medallists’ press conferences are held as soon as possible after the victory ceremony, or on the following day. Medallists’ conferences of all Road Event will also be held in the Olympic Stadium’s Press Conference Room.

8.6 IBC – International Broadcast Centre The IBC is located on the parking lot and surrounding areas at the South Gate of the Olympic Stadium and consists of office cabins that will locate both international broadcasters and the Host Broadcaster premises. The MCR, the Booking Office and the EBU International Gateway, among other relevant offices, will be located in the IBC.

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8.7 Catering Media restauranMedia restauranMedia restauranMedia restaurant and cafeteriat and cafeteriat and cafeteriat and cafeteria All accredited written press, photographers, radio and TV representatives have their restaurant in the Anex Hall in Palau Sant Jordi, where they can enjoy Mediterranean cuisine, choosing between daily dishes from the menu. Opening hours are long and the price for lunch, including drinks and coffee, is not more than €12. A cafeteria and relaxation area will also be located in the MPC and behind the Media Tribune for journalists to take a short break or just relax from their hard work. There will also be an exclusive bar service behind the Media Tribune and in the IBC area.

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9. PHOTOGRAPHERS SERVICES9. PHOTOGRAPHERS SERVICES9. PHOTOGRAPHERS SERVICES9. PHOTOGRAPHERS SERVICES

9.1 General Rules All photo positions can be used on a first come first serve basis. The LOC will supervise all wireless telecommunication and all approved equipment will receive a sticker that must be visible during the event. Accreditations are not transferable and must be worn at all times. Photographers are not allowed to wear any unsanctioned advertising in the infield and must dress appropriately, as they are often in public view. Smoking and eating in the infield are strictly forbidden.

9.2 Photographers Briefing Time:Time:Time:Time: 26 July at 13:00 Location:Location:Location:Location: Press Conference Room in the Olympic Stadium All accredited photographers are advised to attend, since distribution of bibs will take place and important details will be explained. Only photographers wearing a bib together with an accreditation are allowed in the designated photo positions.

9.3 Photographers Room A photographers room is located in the stadium next to the Mixed Zone and can be used to store equipment or take a short break. A large amount of lockers (key operated, 180x50x30cm, 10€ deposit) will be available. Photographers are also welcome to use the MPC at all times, where pigeon holes with printed start lists and results can be found. MPC and Photographers Room Opening hoursMPC and Photographers Room Opening hoursMPC and Photographers Room Opening hoursMPC and Photographers Room Opening hours 23 July – 26 July: 10:00 – 20.00 27 July – 1 August: 09:00 – 01:00

9.4 Photo Position in the tribunes The stadium’s row No.1 is exclusively reserved for photographers, where they will be able to use several platforms to take pictures of all races, throwing events and jumping events. Accredited photographers have access to all spectator areas in the stadium except for the VIP tribune and ticketing zones 1 and 2. Photographers can use free seats as long as they do not block the view of spectators or TV cameras. Photographers must move from the seat if the ticket holder arrives.

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9.5 Head-on positions There are two head-on positions for photographers, one located on the third level behind the TV cameras, facing the finish line, and another, smaller one, on the second level, overlooking lane 1. Remote cameras can be installed on the floor below the TV Cameras facing the finish line. The procedure of memory card exchange still needs to be agreed on.

9.6 Infield Photographers A limited number of infield photographers will be selected by European Athletics and the LOC. These photographers will be allocated a special bib. Access to the infield is through the circulation pit, next to the photographers’ lockers.

9.7 Marathon and Race Walk A limited number of photographers will have access to a photo truck ahead of the leading runners. The photographers briefing will provide more information on the registration. A platform is located behind the finish line and there are many photo positions throughout the course, all on a first come, first served basis.

9.8 Camera Repair Service Nikon Professional Services will be located in the MPC from 26 July to 1 August, offering the usual range of services to photographers.

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10. TELECOMMUNICATION SERVICES10. TELECOMMUNICATION SERVICES10. TELECOMMUNICATION SERVICES10. TELECOMMUNICATION SERVICES Telefonica will provide reliable, modern and easy-to-use telecommunication services during the European Athletics Championships. During the event, volunteers specialised in computer technology will be at hand in the Media Tribune throughout the duration of the event. Useful information will also be provided at the MPC’s Information Desk.

10.1 Internet access MPC MPC MPC MPC Media TribuneMedia TribuneMedia TribuneMedia Tribune WIFI → 70 MB WIFI → 70 MB LAN → 70 MB LAN → 70 MB

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11. BARCELONA 2010 VENUES11. BARCELONA 2010 VENUES11. BARCELONA 2010 VENUES11. BARCELONA 2010 VENUES

11.1 Olympic Stadium Lluís Companys de Montjuïc Located in the Parc de Montjuïc, the Olympic Stadium Lluís Companys de Montjuïc is the work of architect Pere Domènech i Roura and dates back to the year 1929. The stadium was the great symbol of Barcelona sporting history for decades, and after a period of abandonment and deterioration it was renovated to become the beating heart of the 1992 Olympic Games. In the 1980s, the Barcelona ’92 Organising Committee launched an international architectural contest for the complete reconstruction of the stadium. The architectural studio Correa-Milà-Margarit-Buixadé was finally selected to design the management plan for Montjuïc that included the recovery of its premises. The Italian architect Vittorio Gregotti also collaborated on the work alongside his Catalan counterparts. Montjuïc was completely emptied and only the main façade was conserved; till date the original colour from over 80 years ago. The stadium can seat up to 55,000 spectators, and in its surrounding areas a ‘ring’ was shaped to house a number of sports facilities; contributing to the enormous success of the Barcelona Olympic Games. The Olympic Stadium is today a modern facility in full use and considered a five-star location by the European football union (UEFA). The European Athletics Championships Barcelona 2010 has seen a new rehabilitation project undertaken, involving the complete refit of its interior (there will be a 32,000–seat capacity for Barcelona 2010)and a new blue synthetic track. The new running track has been designed by MONDO, and identical to that fitted in the Olympic Stadium of Beijing, the latest generation Mondotrack FTX. With nine lanes, the track covers a surface area of 17,000 square metres, and is light blue in colour with its semi-circles marked in green. The championships will also see the stadium’s new gigantic screens in use for the first time to transmit all the latest information to spectators. A 9X14 metre alpha-numeric timers will be installed alongside the giant screen.

11.2 Road Events For the first time in the history of the European Athletics Championships, the Marathon and Race Walk events will be entirely held in the city centre, with the start and finish line located on Paseo Picasso, next to Ciutadella Park.

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11.3 Training and Warm-up Facilities The Barcelona 2010 Organising Committee has provided the athletes with two training venues close to their team accommodation during their time in the city, at Mar Bella and Can Dragó. The former will be used for the running and jumping disciplines and the latter for athletes in the throwing events. For the warm-up, athletes will use an additional two venues close to the the Estadi Olimpic; running and jumping athletes will be at Pau Negre, the same venue used during the Olympic Games in 1992. The athletes will only have to cross the street over a bridge that will give access to the Olympic Stadium. Athletes in the throwing events will be able to warm-up at the Joan Serrahima venue, also located within the Parc de Montjuïc.

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12. 12. 12. 12. CEREMONIESCEREMONIESCEREMONIESCEREMONIES 12.1 Opening Ceremony The Opening Ceremony will take place on Monday 26 July at 21:30 in front of Barcelona’s Font Magic – “Magic Fountain” – on Avenida María Cristina. The ceremony, which will combine elements of local identity, arts and culture, is free of charge. There will be no dedicated area for photographers, who are allowed to take pictures from any position. Sufficient seats will be provided for journalists.

12.2 Closing Ceremony The Closing Ceremony will take place in the Olympic Stadium Lluís Companys de Montjuïc immediately after the last event is over, on 1 August at 22:20. The ceremony includes the handing over of the European Athletics flag from Barcelona to Helsinki as well as both 4x400m victory ceremonies.

12.3 Victory Ceremonies All victory ceremonies will be held at the podium, which will be set up in front of the Marathon Gate on the north curve of the Olympic Stadium. The victory ceremonies of both 4x400m relays will take place during the Closing Ceremony. Photographers can cover the victory ceremonies from any position. There will be a photo shoot with the medallists and photographers after the national anthem.

12.4 Medals A minimalistic V-shaped medal that aims to reflect the simplicity, honesty and dynamism of athletics will be awarded to competitors at the Barcelona 2010 European Athletics Championships. Spanish artist Martín Ruiz de Azúa's innovative design breaks with the traditional style of medals at earlier European Athletics Championships.

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13. COMPETITION REGULATIONS 13. COMPETITION REGULATIONS 13. COMPETITION REGULATIONS 13. COMPETITION REGULATIONS

13.1 Team Composition There will be 24 men’s events and 23 events for women. Individual competitionIndividual competitionIndividual competitionIndividual competition Each European Athletics Member Federation may enter up to 5 (five) athletes in each individual event of whom up to 3 (three) may participate provided all of them have achieved the qualifying standard for that event (see Appendix 3). Alternatively, each European Athletics Member Federation may enter one athlete in each individual event if such athlete has not achieved the qualifying standard for that event (e.g. Federation X has in the 100m three athletes competing = all must have entry standard; in Long Jump, Shot Put and 800m one athlete competing = no entry standard necessary). Relay teamsRelay teamsRelay teamsRelay teams Every European Athletics Member Federation may enter 1 (one) team in each relay event. 6 (six) athletes may be entered for each relay. From these 6 (six) and from any other athletes entered for any event in the championships, 4 (four) athletes to start must be nominated at the time specified for the final declaration of runners. European Marathon CupsEuropean Marathon CupsEuropean Marathon CupsEuropean Marathon Cups The European Marathon Cups are competitions for national men's and women's teams and are incorporated in the Marathon events of the European Athletics Championships. Each European Athletics Member Federation may take part with one men’s and one women’s team. Each European Athletics Member Federation entering a Marathon team shall take part with not fewer than 3 (three) and not more than 6 (six) runners. The times of the first 3 (three) runners of each team shall be aggregated in order to determine the finishing order, the team with the lowest aggregate time being the winner, and so on.

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13.2 Entry Standards

MenMenMenMen EventEventEventEvent WomenWomenWomenWomen 10.45 100m100m100m100m 11.50 21.00 200m200m200m200m 23.70 46.75 400m400m400m400m 53.40

1:48.20 800m800m800m800m 2:02.50 3:42.00 1500m1500m1500m1500m 4:13.00 13:50.00 5000m5000m5000m5000m 15:50.00 29:00.00 10000m10000m10000m10000m 33:20.00

13.85 110/100m hurdles110/100m hurdles110/100m hurdles110/100m hurdles 13.35 51.20 400m hurdles400m hurdles400m hurdles400m hurdles 57.80

8:38.00 3000m st3000m st3000m st3000m steeplechaseeeplechaseeeplechaseeeplechase 9:55.00 2.25m High JumpHigh JumpHigh JumpHigh Jump 1.89m 5.50m Pole VaultPole VaultPole VaultPole Vault 4.30m 7.90m Long JumpLong JumpLong JumpLong Jump 6.55m 16.50m Triple JumpTriple JumpTriple JumpTriple Jump 13.75m 19.80m Shot PutShot PutShot PutShot Put 16.25m 61.90m Discus ThrowDiscus ThrowDiscus ThrowDiscus Throw 56.00m 74.00m Hammer TrowHammer TrowHammer TrowHammer Trow 68.00m 78.50m Javelin ThrowJavelin ThrowJavelin ThrowJavelin Throw 57.50m 7725p Decathlon/HeptathlonDecathlon/HeptathlonDecathlon/HeptathlonDecathlon/Heptathlon 5900p N/A MarathonMarathonMarathonMarathon N/A

1:25.30 20km Walk20km Walk20km Walk20km Walk 1:35.00 4:03.00 50km Walk50km Walk50km Walk50km Walk N/A

N/A 4x100m4x100m4x100m4x100m N/A N/A 4x400m4x400m4x400m4x400m N/A

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13.3 Marathon The start and finish line of the Marathon events will be at Passeig Picasso, close to Parc de la Ciutadella. The course is a 10km loop leading through the centre of Barcelona and past many historical and tourist sites. Athletes will have to run first for 2,195 metres, two laps of the race walking circuit, before going into the 10km lap circuit, which runners will have to complete four times. The course will be closed for the pedestrians and other traffic. Intermediate Timing pointsIntermediate Timing pointsIntermediate Timing pointsIntermediate Timing points Checkpoints for intermediate times will be visible to the athletes at kilometres 5-10-15-20-25-30-35-40 and at the Half-Marathon point. Display clocks will be placed at each checkpoint. Refreshments stationsRefreshments stationsRefreshments stationsRefreshments stations There will be 2 refreshments stations along the Marathon course: • Station 1: in kilometres (approx.) 5.2/15.2/25.2/35.2 • Station 2: in kilometres (approx.) 10.3/20.3/30.3/40.3

13.4 Race Walk Events The start and finish line for Men’s and Women’s Race Walk events will be at Passeig Picasso, close to Parc de la Ciutadella. The course is a 1km loop, which will be closed to pedestrians and traffic and marked with cones. Intermediate Timing pointsIntermediate Timing pointsIntermediate Timing pointsIntermediate Timing points Checkpoints for intermediate times will be visible to the athletes at every kilometre close to the turning point. Signs indicating an upcoming intermediate time checkpoint will be displayed 100 metres before the station. Display clocks will be placed at each checkpoint. Refreshments StationRefreshments StationRefreshments StationRefreshments Station There will be a Refreshments Station along the race walking course every kilometre.

13.5 Warm-up Area The warm-up area for runners competing in the Marathon and Race Walk events will be located near the starting area and directly at the drop-off point from the bus shuttle (see Marathon map).

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13.6 Training Areas Mar Bella Sports ComplexMar Bella Sports ComplexMar Bella Sports ComplexMar Bella Sports Complex Running and jumping events. It will be open through 22 July to 1 August from 09:30 to 14:00 and from 16:30 to 21:00. This facility has an 8-lane 400m synthetic track, with two Long/Triple Jump areas, one Pole Vault area and two High Jump areas. Changing rooms, medical and massage area and a weightlifting area are available for teams. There will be starting blocks, hurdles and relay batons at the athletes’ disposal. It is situated on the sea front of Barcelona and very close to the team hotels, most of them within a 2km radius of the track. Can Dragó TrackCan Dragó TrackCan Dragó TrackCan Dragó Track All throwing events. It will be open through 22 July to 1 August from 09:30 to 14:00 and from 16:30 to 21:00 (per disciplines, see chart below) The venue offers a Hammer/Discus cage, two Shot Put circles and one Javelin runway. There will be throwing implements at the athletes’ disposal. Changing rooms, medical and massage area and weightlifting tent with international bars will also be available.

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Mon 26 JulyMon 26 JulyMon 26 JulyMon 26 July Javelin Hammer Discus Hammer Discus Javelin

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Sat 31 JulySat 31 JulySat 31 JulySat 31 July Hammer Discus Javelin Discus Javelin Hammer

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13.7 Competition Bibs The LOC will provide the teams with competition bibs during the accreditation process. For individual events, each competitor will receive 4 bibs. These must be pinned to the front and back of the competition clothing, to the back of the tracksuit, and to the bag. Exceptions are made for High Jumpers and Pole Vaulters: these competitors are permitted to attach the bib only to the front or to the back of their competition clothing (plus their tracksuit and bag). Bibs must not be cut, folded or covered in any way. Each runner in a relay team must wear the bib with the official three-letter country code of his/her national federation on his/her front. On his/her back the runner must wear the personal bib. Each competitor in the road events must wear the bib with his/her name on his/her front, and on his/her back the athlete must wear the bib with an identification number. In all other events, athletes must wear the bibs with their names.

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14. MEMBER FEDERATIONS14. MEMBER FEDERATIONS14. MEMBER FEDERATIONS14. MEMBER FEDERATIONS

Albania ALB Israel ISR

Andorra AND Italy ITA

Armenia ARM Latvia LAT

Austria AUT Liechtenstein LIE

Azerbaijan AZE Lithuania LTU

Belgium BEL Luxembourg LUX

Bosnia & Herzegovina BIH Moldova MDA

Belarus BLR FYR of Macedonia MKD

Bulgaria BUL Malta MLT

Croatia CRO Montenegro MNE

Cyprus CYP Monaco MON

Czech Republic CZE Netherlands NED

Denmark DEN Norway NOR

Spain ESP Poland POL

Estonia EST Portugal POR

Finland FIN Romania ROU

France FRA Russia RUS

Great Britain & NI GBR Slovenia SLO

Georgia GEO San Marino SMR

Germany GER Serbia SRB

Gibraltar GIB Switzerland SUI

Greece GRE Slovak Republic SVK

Hungary HUN Sweden SWE

Ireland IRL Turkey TUR

Iceland ISL Ukraine UKR

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15. DOPING CONTROL15. DOPING CONTROL15. DOPING CONTROL15. DOPING CONTROL 15.1 General Information Doping control will be conducted in accordance with IAAF Rules and Procedures under the supervision of the European Athletics Doping Control Delegate. Both urine and blood samples may be collected immediately before, and during the championships.

15.2 Selection of Athletes The selection of athletes for control will be made on a final position and/or random basis under the supervision of the European Athletics Doping Control Delegate. In addition, the selection of further athletes may be ordered at the discretion of the European Athletics Doping Control Delegate. All athletes setting world or European records must report to the DCC to provide a sample. Failure to provide a sample will result in the record not being ratified.

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16. MEDICAL SERVICES16. MEDICAL SERVICES16. MEDICAL SERVICES16. MEDICAL SERVICES The Barcelona 2010 Medical Services cooperate with three health centres that can be visited in case of emergency: • Centro de Atención Primaria NumanciaCentro de Atención Primaria NumanciaCentro de Atención Primaria NumanciaCentro de Atención Primaria Numancia C/ Numancia, 10-12 08029 Barcelona Tel. +34 934 103 110 Opening hours: 09:00 – 19:00 • Centro de Urgencias de Atención Primaria MansoCentro de Urgencias de Atención Primaria MansoCentro de Urgencias de Atención Primaria MansoCentro de Urgencias de Atención Primaria Manso (CUAP Manso)(CUAP Manso)(CUAP Manso)(CUAP Manso) C/ Manso, 19 08015 Barcelona Tel. +34 934 230 813 Open 24 hours • Hospital Clínico ProvincialHospital Clínico ProvincialHospital Clínico ProvincialHospital Clínico Provincial C/ Villaroel, 170 08036 Barcelona Tel. +34 932 275 400 Open 24 hours Only use for real emergencies. For any other minor problems, please see one of the two health centres listed above Useful phone numbersUseful phone numbersUseful phone numbersUseful phone numbers • In case of an emergency call 112112112112 (Service in English) • To request information regarding potential health centres or in case of health concerns, call +34 902 111 444 (Sanitat Repson) Olympic Stadium Medical ServicesOlympic Stadium Medical ServicesOlympic Stadium Medical ServicesOlympic Stadium Medical Services In case you require medical services in the Olympic Stadium, there is a first aid service.

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17. SECURITY17. SECURITY17. SECURITY17. SECURITY The European Athletics Championships Barcelona 2010 will unite 1,600 athletes from the 50 European Athletics Member Federations, who will be staying in hotels in the area from Port Olímpic to the Fòrum. Around 1,800 media professionals will be covering the championship for numerous press agencies, television channels, magazines, newspapers and websites from all over Europe, each adding their personal contribution and projection of Barcelona to the world. The Ministry of the Interior represented by the Secretary of Ρublic Safety has full jurisdiction for public security throughout Catalunya, and has undertaken the safety and correct operation of the European Athletics Championships in Barcelona with a specific Safety Management Plan (Ρlan Director de Seguridad - PDS). The plan will guarantee a pacific and ordered organisation of the competition, and maximise the security of its participants, visitors and residents. The Mosssos d’Esquadra, the local police officers responsible for civilian safety in Catalunya, have recommended a series of safety measures to ensure a secure and comfortable stay in the city for all athletes, members of the sporting community and visitors: Never leave your luggage unattended, particularly when arriving and leaving the airport, at the hotel check-in, or in crowded sports venues. In public places keep a close check on your personal belongings (bag, wallet, mobile telephone, camera …). Keep your possessions in a secure place and avoid easy access such as in pockets. It is recommended to carry any hand bags across your front, with a good clasp and at all times firmly shut. Avoid large crowds, and if you should be caught up in a large group of people, take care with brusque or pushing movements. Avoid carrying valuable items; carry the minimum amount of cash and avoid unnecessary signs of ostentation in public. When taking money out of cash machines, use well-lit machines preferably inside. Be cautious of any person around the area of a cash machine offering help. Avoid participating in any street gambling games: you may be swindled. If you are the victim of a crimeIf you are the victim of a crimeIf you are the victim of a crimeIf you are the victim of a crime Call the Mossos d’Esquadra on the 24-hour emergency number 112 and attempt to recall as many details as possible for police information. If possible when making a police report, take along any personal identification documents or registration of items that might have been lost.

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To make a police report To make a police report To make a police report To make a police report Go to the Police Station located next to entrance 1 of the Olympic Stadium. The opening dates and hours of the police station are as follows: 27July – 1 August from 10:00 to 14:00 and 18:00m to 23:00. Other central police stationsOther central police stationsOther central police stationsOther central police stations • Ciutat Vella:Ciutat Vella:Ciutat Vella:Ciutat Vella: C/ Nou de la Rambla, 76-78 (24 hours) • Oficina d’Atenció del Ciutadà de la Barceloneta:Oficina d’Atenció del Ciutadà de la Barceloneta:Oficina d’Atenció del Ciutadà de la Barceloneta:Oficina d’Atenció del Ciutadà de la Barceloneta: C/Almirall Cervera, 22 bajos. Open to public 09:00 to 20:00 • Eixample:Eixample:Eixample:Eixample: Plaça Espanya, 1 (24 hours) • Sant Martí:Sant Martí:Sant Martí:Sant Martí: C/Bolívia, 30-32 (24 hours)

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18. SOCIAL ACTIVITIES18. SOCIAL ACTIVITIES18. SOCIAL ACTIVITIES18. SOCIAL ACTIVITIES 18.1 Media Welcome Party The LOC will organise a Media Welcome Party in Barcelona’s famous nightclub Luz de Gas on Sunday 25 July. The fiesta for all accredited media representatives is the best way to get the week of the 20th European Athletics Championships started with live music and free cava. Location Location Location Location TimeTimeTimeTime C/ Muntaner, 246 22:00 – Till late 08021 Barcelona

18.2 Media Race The Barcelona 2010 LOC will organise a media race over 800 metres on Saturday 31 July after the conclusion of the morning sessions in the Olympic Stadium. Please sign up by 12:00 that day at the Information Desk in the MPC. You can register through 27 to 31 July. Time of the 800m race: approx. 13:30Time of the 800m race: approx. 13:30Time of the 800m race: approx. 13:30Time of the 800m race: approx. 13:30

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19. 19. 19. 19. KEY DATESKEY DATESKEY DATESKEY DATES Barcelona 2010 Photography ExpositionBarcelona 2010 Photography ExpositionBarcelona 2010 Photography ExpositionBarcelona 2010 Photography Exposition “Athletics, values and emotions”, is the motto of the photographic exposition that focuses on the values of athletics Time:Time:Time:Time: 8 July to 8 August Location:Location:Location:Location: CaixaForum Official Press ConferenceOfficial Press ConferenceOfficial Press ConferenceOfficial Press Conference Time:Time:Time:Time: 25 July at 12:00 Location:Location:Location:Location: Press Conference Room, Olympic Stadium Media Welcome PartyMedia Welcome PartyMedia Welcome PartyMedia Welcome Party Time:Time:Time:Time: 25 July at 22:00 – Till late Location:Location:Location:Location: Luz de Gas, Barcelona OpeOpeOpeOpening Ceremonyning Ceremonyning Ceremonyning Ceremony Time:Time:Time:Time: 26 July, 21:30 Location:Location:Location:Location: Font Màgica de Montjuïc Commentator Daily BriefingCommentator Daily BriefingCommentator Daily BriefingCommentator Daily Briefing Time:Time:Time:Time: 26 July – 1 August at 15:00 Location:Location:Location:Location: Press Conference Room 1, Olympic Stadium Photographers BriefingPhotographers BriefingPhotographers BriefingPhotographers Briefing Time:Time:Time:Time: 26 July at 13:00 Location:Location:Location:Location: Press Conference Room 1, Olympic Stadium

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Market SquareMarket SquareMarket SquareMarket Square 16 brands and institutions linked to Barcelona 2010 will be represented at the event’s commercial area. Time:Time:Time:Time: 27 July - 1 August, 08:30 - 23:00 Location:Location:Location:Location: Area between Olympic Stadium and Palau Sant Jordi European Athletics European Athletics European Athletics European Athletics –––– UNESCO UNESCO UNESCO UNESCO Youth Leaders ForumYouth Leaders ForumYouth Leaders ForumYouth Leaders Forum Time:Time:Time:Time: 27 - 29 July Location:Location:Location:Location: INEFC (National Sports Institute Catalunya) Media RaceMedia RaceMedia RaceMedia Race Time:Time:Time:Time: 31 July at 13:30 LocationLocationLocationLocation:::: Olympic Stadium Event:Event:Event:Event: 800m track race

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