Sound transgressions in an urban park. Case study: Torre d'en Dolca Park in the metropolitan area of Tarragona, Spain

Identifier:  imarina:9597300

Handle: https://hdl.handle.net/20.500.11797/imarina9597300

Authors:  Quintero-Sandrea, Carolina A; Perez-Albert, Maria Yolanda; Frediani-Sarfati, Arturo

Abstract:
The study analyzes the soundscape (SS) of Torre d'en Dol & ccedil;a Park, a transitional space between the tourist core of Vila-seca and Salou, and the South Tarragona petrochemical complex within the metropolitan area of Tarragona (Spain), with the aim of providing a multisensory perspective on urban design and planning. Methodologically, qualitative and quantitative techniques with a phenomenological approach were applied, combining observation, questionnaires, sound walks, and spectrographic analysis. The results indicate that the SS integrates natural and human sound sources alongside mechanical sounds, such as motor vehicle traffic, industry, trains, and the activities of PortAventura park. These external sounds, although not exceeding 55 dB(A), are intrusive and affect the recreational, leisure, and health experience of users.