Renovation works begin at Álvaro Pino Sports Complex in Ponteareas

The works, including roof replacement and expansion, will start on November 2nd and are expected to last until the end of the month.

Generic image of a sports complex undergoing roof renovation and expansion works.
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Generic image of a sports complex undergoing roof renovation and expansion works.

Next Monday, November 2nd, 2026, renovation and energy efficiency improvement works will commence at the Álvaro Pino Sports Complex in Ponteareas, necessitating its temporary closure until the end of the month.

The works, described as "urgent and necessary," will focus on replacing the roof, improving thermal insulation, and upgrading the climate control system. Additionally, a 656-square-meter expansion will create a new pool basin and open spaces for sports activities, aiming to modernize the facilities and reduce energy costs.
Due to the scale of the renovations, which include structural work, the pool, cardio area, spa, and stands will be temporarily closed to the public to ensure the absolute safety of users and staff. The complex is scheduled to reopen by the end of November.
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"This reform is an absolute priority for the municipality. The residents deserve modern and efficient facilities, and we were not going to stop fighting for this project despite the difficulties and having to tender it four times for it to become a reality."

Nava Castro · Mayor
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"These are urgent and necessary works, especially the roof replacement, due to the age of the facilities and eight years of government marked by the absence of maintenance and conservation of all sports facilities."

Juan Carlos González · Deputy Mayor
The Ponteareas City Council has coordinated these works with the concessionaire company and the Swimming Club, arranging alternative solutions to minimize disruption. Some of the club's and the complex's activities will be relocated to the municipal pavilions during morning hours.
The local administration thanks the residents and users for their understanding during this temporary closure, which is essential for transforming the Álvaro Pino Complex into a leading, accessible, sustainable center adapted to Ponteareas' current needs.
Based on information from the official source: Concello de Ponteareas (29/10/2026)