The measure, with no set end date, impacts thousands of residents who visit the park for leisure. Activities such as walking, running, or cycling are strictly prohibited, including on the popular Carretera de les Aigües. Officials aim to prevent human activity from scattering infected animals or spreading the virus via shoes and bicycle tires.

In addition to the mountain restrictions, Barcelona City Council has temporarily closed nearly 40 urban parks and green spaces near the forest. Notable locations include Aqüeducte Park and Rodrigo Caro Gardens, serving as a preventive sanitary buffer zone.

Exceptions apply to the 15,000 residents living within the park, as well as students and restaurant customers. The Tibidabo Amusement Park remains open, though visitors must use paved roads or the Cuca de Llum funicular to avoid entering forested areas.