Cannabis tourism is booming in Barcelona. It is now one of the world’s best places to get weed. Pre-rolls, Edibles, Vapes, quite easily, including both classic and exotic products. In many places, you will also find attractive cannabis memorabilia that you can take home.
Spain’s Catalan region, especially Barcelona, has become a hotspot for cannabis tourism since the early 2000s. The city has a somewhat open approach to this. But remember, it is not the same as Amsterdam, Canada, or some states in the US that allow the consumption of recreational weed. There are some key differences.
Cannabis is still illegal in Barcelona, which is why, you cannot buy, sell, or carry marijuana in public. Displaying or smoking it in public will lead to a hefty fine. Your cannabis will be seized. You can even be jailed for up to 4 years if you are seen trafficking weed.
The personal use of weed, however, has been decriminalized. The city authorities allow you to possess and smoke weed in moderate amounts in the privacy of your home or at a cannabis club. As a resident, you can grow up to two plants in your home.
If you are a tourist, you cannot, of course, grow the weed. So your only option to smoke is by joining a cannabis club in Barcelona. You are in luck because there are more than 400 cannabis clubs in the city at this time.
What is a Cannabis Club?
Also referred to as asociaciones cannábicas or clubes cannábicos or cannabis lounge in Barcelona, they are social organizations or private communities where those who love cannabis come together and smoke in a safe and legal space. Many club members are growers themselves. So you will often find many of the members also discussing the various growing techniques.
The city’s cannabis clubs or lounges are relaxed, friendly, welcoming spaces. They are more like private lounges. Apart from a wide variety of weed products, you will also find live music, dancing, food, drinks, and a range of sporting activities. Watch your favorite game on a large-screen television. Competitions are also held sometimes.
People come here during the daytime with their laptops to work. The cannabis culture takes over in the evening.
You have to become a member before you can join a cannabis club. For this, you need to receive an invitation, as these are private places. You can order your invitation in the cannabis club here. It is simple. Confirm that you want to become a member, and you will receive the name of your club, its address, and a QR code. Go to the club, show your personal ID, the code, pay the membership fee, and you will be registered in their system.
- The cannabis you get in these clubs is only for personal use.
- You cannot bring your own weed to smoke in the club.
- You cannot take out the weed with you as you leave the club.
- It is illegal to sell the weed outside.
- Many of these clubs are non-profit organizations.
- Some cannabis clubs have dress codes.
Remember, you can buy “weed” in your club because buying and selling marijuana is still illegal in Barcelona. You can get the weed by making a small “donation”. The donation amount is non-negotiable and it varies for each product and from club to club.
The amount collected helps the members grow the weed in their homes. Most of the city’s cannabis clubs are not-for-profit organizations. They exist to help the cannabis culture of Barcelona grow.
Once You Are Inside
Once inside the club, remember not to bother the other members. These are, after all, private places where the members come to relax. Don’t speak loudly as this might disturb the other guests. Also, remember to respect the privacy of the other members. You can take pictures if you want but first, check with the staff whether your particular club allows this. Every cannabis club has its own rule.
Born Marijuana, Sant Antoni Weed Club, Sant Pere, HQ Barcelona, Club Raval are some of the best clubs in the city. They are all some of the best places you can smoke marijuana anywhere in the world. Sometimes, these clubs in the city are also called cannabis lounges.
The available variety is wide. You can try sinsemilla, pre-rolls, hashish, and products for vape pens. You will also find many smoking gadgets in these places that will help you try the weed. You will also find delicious marijuana edibles in many of these places.
What is the Cost of Cannabis in a Club?
The membership fee is different for each club. At the higher end, it is 20€. You can only pay by cash. The cost of weed will also vary for each club. You will also be able to purchase food, drinks, marijuana memorabilia in some clubs.
But remember, there are limits on how much weed you can get each month in a club. It is usually 98 grams. The exact amount will depend on the club. You can be subject to an investigation if you are a member of several clubs and procure the weed at many of these places.
Restrictions at the Club
There are some restrictions in these clubs. You cannot come to the club with your own cannabis. You cannot leave the weed club in Barcelona with the stuff, which means you must consume cannabis strictly within the premises. You can be fined and even jailed for up to 4 years if you are caught smoking or selling cannabis in public. The authorities may charge you as a “drug dealer”.
To become a member, you need to be at least 18 years of age. However, in some clubs, this age limitation is 21. Only registered members are allowed entry. Residents of the city and even the visiting tourists can become members of these clubs. Also, your membership is only for a year. It can be renewed easily if you have followed all the rules and regulations.
There are restrictions on photography in some places. Always check whether you can take pictures before doing so.