Local curfew also lifted.
There've been parties in the streets of Barcelona, after a six-month state of emergency came to an end across Spain.
Residents could be heard shouting 'freedom' - as the local curfew was also lifted.
▶️ 'It's like New Year's': Spain ends Covid-19 state of emergency https://t.co/BmEdcJutnz pic.twitter.com/lwsDbMyYJC
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The tough measures were introduced last year to curb rises in coronavirus infections.
Restaurants are able to serve customers again from today, and bars can open until 11pm.
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