The gardens of Figueres' former prison will officially open to the public on Saturday 3 October, with a ceremony starting at 5pm.

Figueres City Council (the Ajuntament) announced the date. It is organising a public event to mark the end of the works on the site, and residents are invited to attend.

The project has turned the grounds of the old prison into a park. Alongside the green space, the site now includes a new children's play area, a basketball court and table tennis facilities.

Walls and fences come down

One of the biggest changes on the site is the removal of barriers. Fences have been taken away, and part of the existing wall has been demolished. This opens up a space that had long been closed off from the surrounding streets.

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Empuriabrava is hosting a new edition of its Oktoberfest this week, with four days of German food, music and entertainment in Plaça de les Palmeres. The event runs from Thursday 24 September to Sunday 27 September, and entry is free.

The festival is modelled on the traditional Bavarian celebration held every autumn in Munich. Organisers describe it as a mix of German cuisine, a festive atmosphere, live music and activities for all ages.

Opening times

The programme began on Thursday 24 September, with activities from 8pm until midnight. On Friday 25 September, the square is open from 6pm to midnight.

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