The noise battle at the heart of Real Madrid's stadium
A new study shows that Real Madrid's Santiago Bernabeu stadium is the loudest in Spain, with noise levels reaching an incredible 111 decibels. But neighboring residents are complaining about the noise, leading the club to construct a huge new barrier to block sound. Experts say the barrier acts like a drum, reflecting noise back onto the crowd and increasing sound levels by several decibels. The mayor of the city says the situation is unsustainable and is threatening legal action.
What's next for the stadium?
Real Madrid says it is working to mitigate the impact of noise pollution and ensure a harmonious coexistence with local residents. But the city of Madrid says it will take all available legal remedies to force the club to find a solution that respects the neighborhood.
