Classic sunset or midday trip from Port Vell.

• Route along Barceloneta, W-Hotel and Olympic harbour
• Pro skipper, no experience needed
• Tapas and cava often included

South toward Sitges and Vilanova.

• 25 nm round trip
• Rocky coast, small swim coves
• Ideal in steady south wind

North to the rocky Costa Brava (Blanes, Tossa, Cadaqués).

• ~30 nm to Blanes
• Cala-hopping: many sheltered bays
• Ideal for weekends

Classic summer voyage: 24–36 h crossing to Mallorca or Menorca.

• From Barcelona ~140 nm to Pollença
• Plan at least 7 days for round trip + island loop

Most popular intro: evening trip with skipper.

• Usually 6:00 or 7:30 PM start
• Cava and tapas on board
• Small groups or private

4-hour tour with an anchor stop in a bay for swimming.

• Snorkel gear on board
• Snacks and drinks included

Yacht with skipper, optionally hostess – ideal for families and groups without a licence.

• 30–50-foot boats
• Custom routing

Self-charter with ICC + SRC or equivalent national licence.

• More responsibility, more flexibility
• Recommended for experienced sailors

Best shoulder season: 18–24 °C, steady thermal winds, few crowds.

• Water still cool (~16 °C)
• Ideal for longer passages

High season – warm (25–30 °C), pleasant water (~24 °C).

• Midday thermals to 18 kn
• Marinas often full – book early

Top conditions: warm water, stable weather, fewer tourists.

• Watch for occasional Tramuntana wind

Limited: cool (12–18 °C), storms possible.

• Short daylight windows
• For experienced crews only

• Charter without skipper: ICC + VHF SRC (international) or local equivalent
• With skipper: no experience needed
• Sun protection, non-slip shoes, light waterproof

• Spanish sea rescue: 900 202 202 (Salvamento Marítimo) or VHF 16
• Weather check before departure (windguru.cz, AEMET)
• Lifejackets on board mandatory

• Port Vell berth: ~80–200 €/night (seasonal)
• Sunset trip from ~50 €/person
• Day charter (skippered yacht): 400–800 €
• Bareboat charter week: 2,500–6,000 €

Historic harbour in the city centre – right below La Rambla.

• Luxury yachts and charter boats
• Very touristy, premium pricing

Sport-oriented harbour from the 1992 Olympics.

• Wide charter variety + sailing schools
• Right next to Barceloneta beach

Newer marina in the Diagonal Mar district – quieter and more affordable.

• Master Yachting – established international charterer
• Sea Bookings – day trips and sunset sails
• PCO Yachting – bareboat and skippered charter
• Sailing Experience – cabin charters