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THE 10 BEST Boat Tours in Port Vell (Old Port) (Barcelona)

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10 Things to Do at Barcelona’s Port Vell Harbour

A short walk from the city centre, Barcelona’s Port Vell harbour is one of the most beautiful areas of the city. Popular with visitors and locals alike, and with plenty of things to see and do, it’s a great place to relax with friends and family.

Here’s our list of the ten best things to do at the Port Vell.

1. Enjoy the Panoramic Views

Surrounded by the narrow streets of the Gothic Quarter and with a pedestrianised waterfront dotted with palm trees and public art, the Port Vell is one of the most picturesque parts of Barcelona.

The view from the harbour wall is pretty magnificent but to get a truly panoramic view you should check out the following locations.

The Barcelona Port Cable Car

Built in 1929, The Port Cable Car connects the Barceloneta beach to Montjuïc and crosses the port diagonally at a height of between 70 and 90 metres.

The journey lasts approximately eight minutes and the tiny red and white cabins can accommodate up to twenty passengers.

More Information here >>

The Columbus Monument

A lift in the base of the Columbus Monument takes visitors up to a glassed-in viewing platform just below Columbus’ feet. In addition to views of the harbour, the 60m high column also affords good views of the Gothic Quarter and La Rambla.

More information in this post >>

Museum of the History of Catalonia

The museum’s fourth-story terrace and restaurant are a good vantage point with views across the port.

2. Take a Boat Tour

Another fun way to see Barcelona is from the sea and there’s no shortage of boat trips to choose from.

The longest established boat tours in Barcelona are Las Golondrinas which have been operating since 1888. The company runs small, traditional styled boats which do a forty-minute tour of the harbour. They also have modern glass-bottom boats that leave the port and cruise along the coast as far as El Forum and back.

There are numerous other boat tours available ranging from electrically powered Eco Tours to catamaran cruises, sunset sailing cruises and Party Boats.

3. Check out the Public Art

There are so many statues and monuments at the harbour that the area is sometimes compared to an open-air art gallery.

The oldest and best-known monument is the statue of Columbus which was inaugurated during the nineteenth century.

Other more contemporary statues were added as part of the regeneration project which transformed the harbour from rundown industrial quarter to the attractive leisure area that it is today.

Statues at Barcelona’s Port Vell Harbour

• Columbus Monument
• Stargazers (Miraestels)
• Monument to US Servicemen
• Monument to Romul Bosch i Alsina
• Monument to Joan Salvat Papaseit
• Monument to Sportspeople of the Sea
• Barcelona’s Face
• Evocació Marinera

4. Shop ’till You Drop

Located in the centre of the harbour, the ultra-modern Maremagnum shopping centre houses a wide range of stores from major high-street brands as well as restaurants, bars, coffee shops and a cinema.

Unlike other shopping centres in Barcelona, which don’t open on Sundays, the fact that the Maremagnum is located in the port means that it can open 365 days a year.

If you are looking for an FC Barcelona shirt or last-minute souvenir on a Sunday, this is the place to come.

5. Visit a Museum

There are two excellent museums at the Port Vell Harbour:

Barcelona Maritime Museum

Housed in Barcelona’s medieval shipyards, the Maritime Museum contains a collection of more than a hundred model ships of all shapes and sizes plus a full-sized replica of a sixteenth-century galley used at the battle of Lepanto.

The museum’s extensive collection also includes charts, navigational aids, figureheads and shipbuilding tools. There are even a couple of tall ships which belong to the museum moored in the harbour itself.

As its name suggests, the museum traces the history of Catalonia from the Palaeolithic period to the present day. Housed in an old nineteenth-century warehouse, you can get great views of the harbour from the museum’s roof terrace restaurant which sometimes stages concerts in the evenings.

The museum can be visited free of charge on the first Sunday of each month.

6. Catch the Cable Car up to Montjuïc

Planning to visit Montjuïc Castle? The most scenic and fun way to get there is by cable car.

Take the Port Cable Car from the beach, across the harbour to half way up the mountain. Then catch a second cable car up to the top.

7. Gawp at the Yachts

Hardly surprisingly, the port is a paradise for boat lovers with all type of watercraft ranging from historic tall ships to fishing boats, dinghies to super yachts and everything in between.

The innermost part of the harbour has hundreds of berths for sailing boats.

Barceloneta wharf caters for the luxury motor yachts of the super-rich. It’s not uncommon to see giant motor yachts with helicopters on deck and built-in garages for jet skis and speedboats.

Smaller cruise ships and the occasional Navy vessel dock at the Moll de Barcelona wharf, next to the World Trade Centre. Larger cruise liners and ferries to the Balearic Islands dock in the newer outer section of the harbour.

8. Visit the Aquarium

One of the city’s many family-oriented attractions , Barcelona Aquarium houses twenty large tanks, most of which recreate different Mediterranean habitats.

The aquarium’s star attraction is the Oceanarium; a huge five metre deep tank with an eighty metre long glass tunnel that lets you get close up and personal with sharks and manta rays.

There’s also a children’s area with touch pools and a submarine.

The aquarium is open seven days a week from 10:00 to 19:30

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9. Buy Some Antiques

One of the best-known antiques and collectables markets in Barcelona takes place every weekend next to the Columbus Monument.

The Fira de Brocanters is open from Friday to Sunday from 11:00 to 21:00. The market’s small stalls are set up in the open and sell a mixture of antique and vintage items including coins, medals, posters, postcards, ornaments and bric-a-brac.

10. Marvel at the Architecture

The harbour is located in the Gothic Quarter and is surrounded by emblematic buildings from the thirteenth century to the present day.

The earliest building is the Royal Shipyards which is the oldest remaining shipyard of its kind in Europe.

When the harbour was refurbished, several interesting modern buildings were added including the World Trade Center and the Rambla Del Mar walkway.

Architecture at Barcelona’s Port Vell

• The Royal Shipyards (13th century)
• La Llotja del Mar (14th century)
• El Palau de Mar (1880)
• The Port Customs Building (19th century)
• Casa Xifré (1840)
• Barcelona Port Authority Building (1903)
• Barcelona Central Post Office (1927)
• La Rambla del Mar (1994)
• Maremagnum (1995)
• The World Trade Center (1999)

Barcelona harbour is located near the city centre at the end of the famous Las Ramblas boulevard.

How to Get To the Port Vell Harbour

The nearest metro stations are Drassanes (L1) and Barceloneta (L4).

The Hop On Hop Off bus tour stops at four different locations within the harbour area.

Estació de França train station is located nearby.

Map of Barcelona Harbour

Av. de les Drassanes, Barcelona

Plaça Portal de la pau, Barcelona

Moll d'Espanya, Barcelona,

Moll de les Drassanes, 2, Barcelona

Rambla de Mar, Barcelona

Passeig de Joan de Borbó, 88, Barcelona

Plaça d'Antonio López, Barcelona

Plaça de Pau Vila, 616, 08007 Barcelona, España

Passeig d'Isabel II, 1, Barcelona

Moll de Bosch i Alsina, 2, Barcelona

Carrer de Circumval·lació Tram Dos, 6, Barcelona

Plaça del Portal de la Pau, Barcelona, España

Rambla de Mar, Barcelona, España

Moll de Barcelona, Barcelona

Moll de Barcelona, s/n, Barcelona

Moll d'Espanya, 5, Barcelona

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On this environmentally friendly catamaran tour , we'll sail through the waters of Barcelona and take in the best views of the skyline of the Catalan capital!

At your selected time, you'll set sail from Moll de les Drassanes in Barcelona  on an ecological catamaran. You'll be amazed by this boat powered by solar panels , comfortable, light, and environmentally friendly!

During the trip, we'll be able to see iconic monuments and buildings such as the World Trade Center , the city's largest luxury yachts , and impressive cruise ships. Get your camera ready! The views of the Barcelona skyline will leave you speechless.

We'll cruise for 60 minutes , sailing through the city’s most historic port, Port Vell , which in Catalan means “old harbor,” as well as part of the coastline of Barcelona to the Olympic Port area to admire this dock founded in the 1991 Olympics from the boat.

Onboard you can also purchase an audioguide  to learn more about all the monuments you see. 

Before returning to the departure point, we'll sail with the catamaran to the open sea, where we'll enjoy fantastic views of Barcelona . Time for some photos!

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The old port of Barcelona

By Jeroen van Egmond

Tuesday 5 March 2024

Close to the well-known Rambla street, and the statue of Columbus, you can also find the oldest part of Barcelona's harbour, Port Vell. This harbour has been renovated ahead of the 1992 Summer Olympics, and nowadays is one of the important tourist attractions of the city. From museums to stores, you'll be able to find a lot here, we made a list of all the top activities:

Must visits

1. maremagnum mall.

When visiting Port Vell, this might be one of the first things you will notice. Located right over the bridge, you'll find this iconic mall that's the perfect place to go shopping. Not only because of the perfect location but also because it's the only mall in the city that's allowed to be open 365 days a year! While many stores are closed on Sundays most of the year, in this mall you'll find many stores that are always open. A perfect place for some Sunday shopping!

2. The Aquarium

At Port Vell, you'll also be able to find the biggest Mediterranean-themed aquarium in the world. With around 66 Mediterranean and tropical aquariums and more than 450 different types of creatures, you'll be able to find a lot of unique things here. Mainly their aquarium, the 'Oceanium' is one of the highlights. Here you can find various types of sharks, rays, morays, and other species.

On Tuesday and Friday between 12:00 and 13:00, you'll also be able to see how the divers feed the sharks with the help of rods. Aside from that they also have feeding times for other species, you can find more information about that on their website . All in all, this aquarium is for sure a visit when you're passing by Port Vell.

3. Columbus Monument

Right when leaving the Rambla Street in Barcelona, before arriving at Port Vell, this Monument will surely grab your attention. The monument was constructed in 1888 in honour of Columbus's first trip to the Americas and his return to Barcelona after that trip, where he reported his findings to the then King and Queen of Spain.

Inside the 60-meter-high monument, you can also find an elevator that takes you up to its viewing platform. From here, you have a unique panoramic-view of the city, perfect for taking some photos!

4. Golondrinas boats

Las Golondrinas has been offering unique tours in the port and past the coast of Barcelona since 1888. Leaving from Port Vell, you'll pass by many interesting places. They offer two different tours. One of them is the 45-minute tour which will show you more of the Port of Barcelona itself. You'll first pass by the Maremagnum Mall, and from there, you'll see unique things like an old lighthouse and the cruise port, and you'll get unique views from Mount Montjuïc. The other tour, which takes 60 minutes, will show you many of the same things, but will also take you out of the port, to show you the coast of Barcelona, and also a unique view of the Barcelona skyline.

Top Restaurants

1. la cala barceloneta brunch.

La Cala, a Mediterranean restaurant nestled in Barcelona's Barceloneta neighborhood, boasts traditional Spanish cuisine with homemade flair. Their expansive outdoor space provides the perfect setting to savor the country's culinary delights. Specializing in tapas, paellas, and small bites, La Cala offers a diverse menu showcasing Spanish classics like Spanish omelette, gazpacho, and Iberian cured ham.

For those craving rice dishes, options range from seafood paella to chicken risotto. Additionally, patrons can enjoy expertly crafted coffees and cocktails, prepared with care by trained baristas. Reservations can be made online, and directions to the restaurant are conveniently provided on their website.

Website: https://www.restaurantlacala.com/

2. B-ONE Palau de Mar

Restaurant B-One at Palau de Mar offers a unique culinary experience blending innovation and tradition. From Barcelona to the Canary Islands, each location promises an unparalleled journey through Mediterranean flavours. Their menu, crafted with fresh, seasonal ingredients, celebrates the region's rich culinary heritage. The ambience, inspired by the Mediterranean's beauty, ensures a memorable dining experience.

With attentive service and versatile spaces, B-One caters to intimate dinners and special occasions. They pride themselves on their constant innovation, offering updated menus that surprise and delight diners. For reservations and inquiries, visitors can easily leave a message on their website. Come and discover the essence of the Mediterranean at restaurant B-One.

Website: https://www.b-one.es/

3. Can Paixano

Can Paixano, situated near Port Vell in Barcelona's Barceloneta district, has been a cherished destination since its inception in 1969. It embodies the ambience of traditional taverns, offering a delightful array of famous cavas and sparkling wines alongside an extensive selection of sandwiches and tapas. The cava, a hallmark of quality sparkling wine, undergoes its second fermentation in the bottle, following the traditional method, with vineyards located in the D.O. Cava in Catalonia.

Can Paixano provide a range of sparkling wines, including the renowned Selecte and Rosat, available for purchase by the case? For those interested in distribution opportunities, Can Paixano invites inquiries via contact forms or phone. Visitors can savour an authentic Barcelona experience at Can Paixano, which operates with a no-reservation policy.

Website: https://www.canpaixano.com/

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Moll d'Espanya,

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Classy is an authentic Turkish wooden goleta or really chill out and relaxing in modern catamaran. Our Barcelona Boat Tours are the very best way to enjoy Barcelona skyline. If you want to really switch off, get an extraordinary view and admire iconic landmarks from the Mediterranean Sea, we curated for you high-quality boat experiences. Top rated excursions in small groups are as diverse as listening to live Jazz at sunset, cruising with live chill out music, experiencing Barcelona from a new perspective aboard a classic wooden schooner, exploring the southern part of picturesque Costa Brava or even enjoying open top luxury minibus, Cable-car & EcoBoat combined tour. Our fully equipped boats are perfect for friends as well as families. Barcelona from the sea is a unique excursion for even more perfect holidays.

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We must not forget that Barcelona is a port and that all these inhabitants are turned towards the sea. A passion that you can see every day by observing around you. Along the beaches, for example, it is not uncommon to see young people having a sandwich break by the sea and not in the city, at lunchtime. The sea is omnipresent in the life of Catalans. We therefore suggest that you also take a break - at sea - when you discover the city. Sail tour is a about getting on beautiful boats and letting yourself go to the sandstone of the winds. The main idea is to cruise along the coast with an unequalled view of the city . From the horizon you can discover Barcelona's skyline and its most emblematic monuments such as the statue of Christopher Columbus, W Hotel, Montjuic Mountain and Castle, the Sagrada Familia, Tibidabo Mountain and the marina of Port Olímpic. The idea is also to have a good time , to enjoy the sun, to sunbathe, to have a drink or to listen to music played by musicians, just for you.

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A Mediterranean adventure. Sailing Tour in Barcelona.

Escape the crowds and the stress of the city and relax at sea with this sailing tour in Barcelona; this is the perfect way to spend a relaxing time at sea, taking some sun, swimming in the warm Mediterranean, and simply taking in the beauty of Barcelona from a new perspective.

The sailing tour itinerary.

Vela's boat tour in Barcelona starts at Port Marina Vela where we will meet and welcome you aboard our sailboat. We begin with a relaxing navigation through the historic Port Vell and Maremagnum areas. After that, we'll set sail and cruise along the whole coast of Barcelona, from La Barceloneta to Poblenou.

If weather allows, we'll make a stop as close as possible to the crowded Barceloneta beach, and you'll get the chance to take a dip and go for a swim in the open sea. You can use our paddle-surf to relax on the water!

Drinks will be served throughout the trip; from Catalan Cava to Spanish Wine, cold beers and soda. Light snacks will also be offered to go with your drinks.

The best reviewed sailing tour in Barcelona

Vela's sailing tour in Barcelona is a must-do activity if you're looking to explore and discover the salty side of the city. Thanks to Barcelona's fantastic year-round weather, you can sail under the sun from January to December. The Mediterranean mild water temperatures also allow for a refreshing dip in the open sea.

Whether you're planning a special date, a family activity, a solo adventure, or just some relaxing time at sea with friends,... this sailing tour is for you!

Private sailing tour in Barcelona

If you want to have the boat exclusively for you and your guests, upgrade your sailing tour and make it a private activity. This is what you get:

• The boat just you, your companion and a Vela captain.
• Flexibility to decide departure time.
• The possibility to extend the duration of the tour.
• You can modify the itinerary of the tour.
• You are allowed to bring food and drinks.
• We can arrange a paella delivery right to the boat before departure time, so you can have a delicious meal at sea.
• Play your music throughout the trip.

The Art of Sailing in Barcelona

With this boat tour you'll experience the art of sailing in a fantastic Mediterranean setting. Unlike motorboats with their noise and pollution, we use the wind's power to move us forward with style.

Can Solo Travellers join the sailing tour in Barcelona?

Yes! Thanks to our pay-by-seat system, we offer solo travellers and small groups the opportunity to experience Barcelona by sea without having to pay the full costs of renting a boat and hiring a captain.

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• Barcelona’s Passeig Marítim (Seafront promenade) and the Port Vell

Updated Jun 01 2023

One of the best pleasures that Barcelona has to offer is the possibility of enjoying the Port Vell (in English, the Old Port area ) and the Promenade , whether it’s to sunbathe on the beach and swim in the sea, to take part in an aquatic sport, to drink in one of the ‘chiringuitos’ (the little bars on the beach), to eat in a good restaurant or simply to take a quiet walk along the seafront .

So that you make the most of your visit to Barcelona’s promenade, we’ve prepared a detailed section for you, which we hope will be very useful.

Barcelona Port Vell: the old port area of the city

The Barcelona Port Vell, is the oldest port in the city , as its name suggests. Its current appearance is thanks to the major facelift the seafront was given in advance of the 1992 Olympic Games.

Las Golondrinas boat trip

Aeri del Port cable car

Christopher Columbus monument and viewpoint

The Barceloneta Clock tower

Barcelona Aquarium

Museum of the History of Catalonia

Maritime Museum and Barcelona Royal Shipyard

Rambla del Mar

Gambrinus – Mariscal prawn

Barcelona’s Head by Roy Lichtenstein

Miraestels (The Stargazer)

Maremagnum shopping centre

World Trade Center

In spite of its name, it’s now much more than just a port , because there are many attractions in the area, such as a commercial centre with shops, restaurants and Barcelona’s aquarium .

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It’s therefore one of the most visited areas of Barcelona, by tourists and locals alike. In spite of all this development, the main charm of the area still lies in the sea , the little boats and the seagulls that are very much at home there.

Currently the Marina in the Old Port, where the pier can be found (el Moll de La Barceloneta) is going through a major transformation , and as is often the case in these situations, there’s been a fair amount of controversy because a large part of the works is focussed around bringing in more tourism at a luxury level, something that the local residents of the simple La Barceloneta district have criticized.

Without doubt, the two most charming areas of the Old Port are the Moll de Bosch i Alsina , which is better known as the Moll de la Fusta (in English ‘wooden wharf), which used to serve the purpose of the stowage and transport of wood, and the Rambla de Mar , the floating walkway that provides a direct link to the Maremagnum commercial centre, where you’ll find the cinema, the aquarium, shops and restaurants. It’s a great place in which to sit and admire the beautiful views of the Old Port, and perhaps take a few photos.

We think that the most interesting part of the seafront is the part that runs from the Old Port (El Port Vell) up to the start of the Rambla del Poblenou . You can walk in whichever direction you choose, but you should really dedicate half a day (morning or afternoon) if possible, as this will give you the chance to enjoy the charms of the area without having to hurry.

The walk, which we recommend you either start or finish with a good paella depending on the time of day you’re there, wouldn’t be complete without sitting down for a drink in one of the ‘chiringuitos’ (the bars on the beach itself that are open between the end of March and the end of October).

Map of the Old Port of Barcelona

Boat trips and excursions to explore the barcelona coastline.

It’s not possible to see 100% of Barcelona’s coastline without going out on a boat trip around the Old Port and the promenade. As well as the historic boats known as the Golondrinas , more companies have started providing a similar service over the past few years. In addition to this, if you’re after something a little more luxurious there are other companies that arrange different types of excursions by yacht or sailing boat.

Passeig Marítim: Barcelona’s seafront promenade

Divided into three different areas – Passeig Marítim de la Barceloneta , Passeig Marítim del Bogatell and the Passeig Marítim de Mar Bella – you’ll find a huge amount of attractions along the promenade, from its beaches to monuments and buildings of interest, as well as bars, restaurants and of course the hidden charms of La Barceloneta.

Barcelona Golden Fish by Frank Gehry

W Barcelona Hotel

Plaça dels Voluntaris Olímpics (Olympic volunteer square)

Parc de La Barceloneta (Park)

Torre de les Aigües (La Barceloneta water tower)

Estel Ferit (Wounded Shooting Star)

A Room where it Always Rains

Mapfre Tower & Hotel Arts

Places of interest near to the paseo marítimo.

Poblenou Cemetery

La Mercè Basilica (Our Lady of Mercy)

Palau de La Mercè (the military headquarters)

Barcelona’s Zoo

Estació de França in Barcelona (railway station)

Map of the Passeig Marítim (the promenade of Barcelona)

Bicycle tours along the barcelona coastline.

An excellent way to discover Barcelona’s promenade is to do so by bike, which will allow you to have a bit of exercise whilst enjoying the views that the promenade and the Old Port offer, in a novel way.

Bicycle Hire companies in the area

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If you’re not in the mood for pedalling, a good option for seeing the promenade without getting tired is to hire the service of a bicycle taxi, also known as pedicabs. Movilidadecocity is one of the companies that offer this service.

In between the Nova Icària beach and that of Bogatell there’s a set of stone benches that, although they might not be the most comfortable in the world (we can vouch for this!), have their own charm and allow you to sit down, or even lie down for a bit, to rest and enjoy the sunshine.

Barcelona’s beaches

Barcelona’s promenade is made up of a total of 10 different beaches , and despite the fact that many of them merge into each other, they do each have their own characteristics.

Playa de Sant Sebastià

Playa de La Barceloneta

Playa de Sant Miquel

Playa del Somorrostro

Playa del Bogatell

Playa de la Mar Bella

Playa de la Nova Mar Bella

Playa de Llevant

So it’s possible to find more family-friendly beaches, those in which you can take part in water sports, some that are popular with the gay community (such as Marbella Beach), and even a designated nudist beach.

During the summer months it’s practically impossible to find a quiet beach in Barcelona, but it’s certainly possible to avoid the busiest, which are usually those that are situated along Barceloneta’s promenade (Platja de Sant Sebastià, Platja de La Barceloneta, Platja de Sant Miquel and Platja del Somorrostro), as these are the nearest beaches to the city centre.

The beach season usually runs from June until September , although thanks to the good climate that Barcelona enjoys during the last weeks of spring and the first weeks of autumn, there’s often a summery feel to the beaches at these times, with thousands of people making the most of the sun’s rays.

Bars, restaurants and “chiringuitos” by the sea

Along the Old Port and the promenade you’ll find all sorts of restaurants and bars. Although the food is very good in most of them, there are also some in which the quality isn’t so good, and these are generally the ones that offer the typical tourist menu. Please, whatever you do, avoid the pre-prepared ‘Paellador’ paellas and the paella + tapa + sangría offers – you will get much better food in the more authentic places.

Barcelona’s chiringuitos are small bars, usually taking the form of temporary kiosks as some are only open in high season, and they can be found on the beach itself, near to where the sand meets the promenade.

As well as the compulsory paella, we recommend that you try a ‘tapa’ that originates in La Barceloneta, ‘ La Bomba ’, that consists of a kind of potato pastry, filled with meat, which is freshly fried and accompanied by a spicy sauce.

Chiringuito La Deliciosa

Bar Bitacora

Vaso de Oro

La Cova Fumada

Bodega La Peninsular

Surf House Barcelona

Chiringuito Vai Moana

Juanita Lalá

Bodega Electricitat

Xiringuito Escribà

Red Fish (Club Pati Vela) Restaurants

Taverna Can Ros

El Cangrejo Loco

El Xiringo de La Barceloneta

Restaurante Barceloneta

Manolete Tapeo Relajao

Segons Mercat (La Barceloneta)

L’Òstia

Buon Appetito

Without a doubt, the best place to go for a good paella in Barcelona is the district of La Barceloneta . It has a great fishing tradition and you’ll find that many of the restaurants have been there for generations, although these have been joined by some newer outfits, all of which offering food of the best quality.

Many of these restaurants don’t have an outside seating area, as they are often found in the narrow side streets of La Barceloneta. However, we’re mindful of the fact that many of you will want to sit outside, and near to the seafront if possible, during your precious few days of sunshine in Barcelona, so we have given you a list of some of our recommended restaurants, some of which have terraces and are situated right on the waterfront.

The best paellas in La Barceloneta and along the promenade

La Mar Salada

Restaurante Salamanca

La Barceloneta

Ca la Nuri Platja

Discos and nightlife options near Barcelona waterfront

Barcelona’s promenade is the place to be at night-time too, as you’ll find many bars and clubs there, especially next to the Platja del Somorrostro (the most fashionable bars, where techno, house and disco music is most popular), and in the Port Olímpic (without as much atmosphere, home to smaller bars and clubs that play more Latin music and have themed evenings). Eclipse Bar is also well known as a more exclusive bar, located up on the 26th floor of the W Hotel Barcelona, at the other end of the promenade.

Individual opening times and days of the week on which the bars and clubs are open vary greatly. Some are only open on certain days (normally Thursday to Saturday or Sunday), whereas others choose to open every day of the week.

As a rule the clubs close around 3am during the week and 5:30am at weekends.

Eclipse Bar

Pacha Barcelona Shôko

Club Catwalk

IceBarcelona

Shops near the Barcelona seafront promenade

Barcelona’s promenade hardly has any shops . The few that there are can be found in between the Golden Fish monument by Frank Gehry and the Torre Mapfre and the Hotel Arts. As far as the Port Vell (Old Port) is concerned, all the shops are contained within the Maremagnum commercial centre, which also houses bars, restaurants and a cinema.

Events held on the Barcelona’s seafront

All of the places that make up the promenade are the perfect stages for celebrating the city’s fiestas, and for organising all sorts of events. The main places in which these events take place tend to be the area outside the Fòrum (concerts and fairs), the Maremagnum commercial centre (gastronomic events and markets), and the grassy area of the Port Vell (circuses).

La Mercè festival

Firework displays on the beach

The nearest weekend to 24th September

Platja de Sant Miquel (beach) / Platja del Somorrostro (beach)

La Barceloneta festival

Various activities

End of September

Streets and squares in La Barceloneta

BAM Festival

Free concerts

The open space outside the Fòrum

Feria de Abril (April Fair)

Gastronomy, dance and Andalusian culture

End of April / beginning of Mayo

Food, clothing and accessories

On a fairly regular basis

Festival celebrating Brazilian culture

Mid-September

Moll de la Marina

In 1996 the Club Natació Atlètic Barceloneta (Barceloneta Swimming Club) set up the tradition of starting the year with a refreshing swim in the sea.

This strange initiative takes place on 1st January at 12:00 on the Platja de Sant Sebastià , so if you happen to be in the city on New Year’s Day you might like to see how the bravest locals rise to the challenge of having a good dip in the freezing sea!

Hotels in the Old Port and along the Promenade

Staying along the seafront is the preferred option for many people who are spending a few days in Barcelona, especially for those who are there during the summer months. In spite of the many hotels to choose from, the huge demand means that it’s rarely cheap to stay in one of these hotels. However, there are always special offers available if you reserve far enough in advance.

Hotel W Barcelona

Hotel Arts Barcelona

Hotel Duquesa de Cardona

H10 Port Vell

BCN Port Vell

Sercotel Barcelona Sailing

When Barcelona opened up to the sea

Although now it might be difficult to imagine, Barcelona’s Promenade (in Catalan Passeig Marítim de Barcelona and in Spanish Paseo Marítimo ), which is now loved by tourists and locals alike, is actually relatively new .

Barcelona is of course a city that has always lived practically next to the sea, but it wasn’t until the city was chosen for the Olympic Games of 1992 that the major works were carried out that really opened Barcelona to the sea , later creating this magnificent promenade in time for the Cultural Forum of 2004 , when it was extended to reach its current length of 5km.

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Guide of Port Vell Marina Area of Barcelona

Once a thriving trading port, today redeveloped tourist hot spot with boat tours, museums, sailing ships, old buildings & shopping complex, about barcelona port vell area.

Barcelona's Port Vell , is a great place to spend half to a full day when in Barcelona and offers a little of everything with museums, shopping, sailing trips, walking and good food if you know where to go.

Barcelona port can be found at the bottom of Las Ramblas starting from the Columbus monument and reaching to Barceloneta to form a modern marina called Port Vell that was extensively redeveloped for the 1992 Olympics. The port today contains and island shopping centre, called Maremagnum . Maritime tourist attractions such as sailing ships and coastal boat tours can be found here.

The maritime port of Barcelona dates from the 4AD. The port was active as a crucial frontier trading post throughout the Middle Ages because of its location on the border between Muslim southern Spain and North Africa and the Christian world of Europe. However, the region suffered powerful storms which damaged the ships while docked in the port. From this period the Drassanes Reial Shipyard (royal shipyard), which was used to build and repair sailing galleys, survives and today houses the Barcelona Maritime museum . Originally the Drassanes Reial Shipyard building was on the sea front with a long ramp leading out into the sea to launch the boats, but everything in front of this building is today modern land reclamation to build the modern port.

On the landward side of the Marina between Drassanes and Barceloneta is Moll de Fusta . Moored alongside Moll de Fusta is the sailboat Santa Eulalia which is a living exhibit of the Maritime museum and is included in the MMB (Museo Maritim de Barcelona) entry ticket. Also here is the Port Authority - Admiral Historic Authority building, built 1902, to handle port taxes. Today this building is being refurbished.

Attempts were made throughout the centuries to create an artificial sheltered harbour which could shield boats from the storms. In the 15th century Barcelona began to build breakwaters on the spit of land today known as Barceloneta and today the port is enclosed on three sides. From the 18th to 20th century Barcelona port was very industrial with many brick dock warehouses, modelled on the Warehouses of East London. Only one survives today, The Palau del Mar , and is now the History of Catalunya museum .

In the middle of Port Vell and Maremagnum . Construction of this island shopping centre started in the 1980s and was finished for the 1992 Olympic games . The whole port area underwent a huge urban renewal to transform it from a derelict industrial port with railway lines into a public space with boulevards. Interesting fact is that Maremagnum is the one of only a few shopping complexes in Barcelona that is permitted to open on Sunday's due to it being exempt from the normal trading laws because of its location "in the sea"!

Linking Maremagnum and the "Island in Port Vell" to Las ramblas is a white steel and wooden decked swing bridge that was built as an extension of Las Ramblas called Rambla Del Mar . Pedestrian traffic is stopped over this bridge sometimes to allow the sailing vessels to pass out of Port Vell. It is around here that you will find the Sailing cruises and Las Golondrinas boat tours.

Between the Columbus monument and Barceloneta neighbourhood Are several buildings of historical interest such as the Post office and telegraph building which still has the old radio telegraphy antennas on the roof. It is an active post office that can be visited and still retains the splendid customer hall. Also on the landward side of port Vell is Our Lady Of Mercy Baroque style basilica which is an incredibly ornately decorated church that can be visited. Inside the Christopher Columbus monument is a lift which can be taken to a small viewing gallery at the top that provides spectacular views on a clear day of the port and Cuitat vella areas of Barcelona.

The Barcelona aquarium , next to the Maremagum shopping centre, is a child friendly museum that is full of tanks with many Mediterranean fish species and habitats. Between Maremagnum and the Aquarium you will find some outdoor bars and crepes stalls. These are tourist traps and I do not recommend eating there.

The Port has many old historic buildings such as the clock tower Torre del Relotge from the 18th century and Capitania General d'Espanya former military barracks. These buildings are not open as tourist attractions but can be viewed from outside.

Once you have finished exploring the Port Vell area, I recommend visiting El Bosc de les Fades for tapas and drinks. This is a theme bar decorated like an enchanted fairy tale forest and is child friendly having indoor fountains and caves to explore. The bar is Part of the Barcelona Wax museum .

For a detailed breakdown of the attractions in Port Vell Marina, click on any of the images below.

10 Things to do and see in Barcelona Port Vell Area

Barcelona Central Post Office - Correos telegraph building

Barcelona's catalan modernist telegraph and postal office dating from 1927 is today a prestigious post office with spectacular main customer hall, read more >.

El Bosc de les Fades - Forest Of Fairies magical theme Bar

Gnomes, faries & fantastic creatures inhabit the enchanted forest of a romantic café. the bosc de les fades near to the barcelona wax museum.

Mirador Colón - Barcelona Columbus monument & viewpoint

Built for 1888 world exposition, the columbus monument has an elevator to a small enclosed panoramic viewpoint below the crowning statue by sculptor rafael atche.

Museu d'Història de Catalunya (MHCAT) - Catalonia History Museum

History of catalonia museum in palau de mar dock warehouse. industrial building housing museum about stone age to present day. multimedia exhibitions.

Maremàgnum Shopping Complex in port Vell, Barcelona

Unique shopping centre opened in 1995, built in the middle of and under jurisdiction of the port of barcelona allows for sunday openings of the shops.

Museu Marítim - Maritime Museum in Barcelona

Former drassanes shipyards that housed up to 30 galleys, today the maritime museum. a varied collection from small fishing vessels to a large royal galley.

Pailebot Santa Eulàlia - Schooner Santa Eulàlia

1918 schooner santa eulàlia is a restored & fully functioning sailing boat. part of the maritime museum (mmb) collection.

Guide to Barcelona port & coastline boat tours & sailing

Vessels offering tourist cruises, evening cruises, and private sailing trips around the port and coast of barcelona. tickets & prices comparisons.

Basilica de La Mercè - Our Lady Of Mercy Basilica

Ornately decorated baroque-style basilica built 1775 by architect josep mas i dordal. free to visit. guided visits also on saturdays.

Puerta de Mar y baños termales - Roman sea wall gate

Muhba porta de mar free museum with an explanation about the roman wall sea gate and the roman thermal bathhouse, events in barcelona port vell area.

Gotheborg East Indiaman Sailing Ship visits Barcelona 2022

The largest operational and sailing replica of an 18th century east indiaman merchant vessel visits barcelona for winter 2022.

Barcelona Float parade of the Three Magic Kings

A child friendly parade celebrating the arrival of the three kings to give baby jesus the gifts. tradition is to throw sweets into the crowd, tickets for attractions in barcelona port vell area, getting to barcelona port vell area.

Nearest Metro stops that serve the port Vell area are Drassanes on the green line (L3) and Barceloneta on the yellow line (L4).

Car parking in Port Vell

• Parking BSM Moll de la Fusta: Parking below Maremagnum shopping centre. Edifici Maremagnum, Moll d'Espanya 5, 08039 Barcelona
• Parking BSM Moll de la Fusta: Parking below Moll de Fusta. Pgasseig de Colom 1, Ciutat Vella, 08002 Barcelona

Where to Eat Barcelona Port Vell Area

Maremagnum shopping complex.

The restaurants here are targeted at the tourist market and are the usual branded chain restaurants. I would not recommend eating here unless you specifically want junk food.

• Alrouche restaurant: lebanese and arabic food
• Don Bretzel: pretzel and pastry snack store
• Dunkin: Doughnut and pastry snack store
• El Racó: Traditional Mediterranean food restaurant
• Ginos: Italian food restaurant for pizzas and pastas
• Kurtz and Gut: German sausage tapas and beers
• la Jijonenca: Icecream snack store
• Lavazza: Coffee, icecream and tapas snack bar
• McDonalds: American burger junk food
• Mirando al mar: Traditional Mediterranean food restaurant, Catalan recipies
• Pans and Company: Chain sandwich snack bar
• Starbucks Coffee: Chain coffee store famous for spelling your name wrong
• Subway: Chain sandwich snack bar with vegan/vegetarian options
• Chipirón: Cocktails and Tapas
• Tapa Tapa: Traditional Spanish Tapas, small dishes, cocktails, wines and beers.

Correos Post office Area

• 7 Portes: 187 year old Catalan Restaurant with historic interior lounge and outside dining in the colonnades. I recoommend book a table here in advance. Passeig d'Isabel II 14, 08003 Barcelona
• Bo de B: Take away cafe for bocadillo baguette sandwiches, salads & other casual food. Carrer de la Mercè 35, 08002 Barcelona
• Vegan Cat Bar: modern an stylish vegan restaurant bar with playful cat decor serving homemade vegan burgers, shared tapas dishes & craft beers. Carrer de la Mercè 29, 08002 Barcelona
• El Bosc de Les Fades : A fabolous themed forest of the faries bar next to the Barcelona Wax museum. This place is an absolute must to get a coffee, beer and snack. Passatge de la Banca 7,08002 Barcelona

Palau del Mar / History of Catalunya museum Building

The restaurants here are targeted at the tourist market but do serve good food, if slightly overpriced. The location is premium with views over the Marina.

• Terrazza Ravello: Traditional Italian pizzeria restaurant with Napolitan specialties. Otside dining terrace with views looking toward Barcelona city. Plaça de Pau Vila 1, 08039 Barcelona
• La Tagliatella: Mediterranean/Italian meat dishes, risottos, salads, focaccias, carpaccios or oven-baked gratins, as well as pastas and pizzas. Outside dining facing Barceloneta Neighbourhood. Plaça de Pau Vila 1, 08039 Barcelona
• La Gavina: Traditional Mediterranean cuisine specialising in fish & seafood dishes in an intimate interior dining room or at terrace tables overlooking the Port Vell marina. Plaça de Pau Vila 1, 08039 Barcelona
• B-ONE: Mediterranean cuisine with a balance of meats and vegetable dishes or fish & seafood dishes in an interior dining room or at terrace tables overlooking the Port Vell marina. Plaça de Pau Vila 1, 08039 Barcelona
• Cal Pinxo: Mediterranean cuisine with meat, fish, seafood & Paella dishes in an interior dining room or at terrace tables overlooking the Port Vell marina. Plaça de Pau Vila 1, 08039 Barcelona
• Merendero de la Mari: Mediterranean cuisine with meat, fish, seafood & Paella dishes prepared by a family of 5th genration restaurateurs served on the terrace overlooking the Port Vell marina. Plaça de Pau Vila 1, 08039 Barcelona
• MOLO 39: Tapas, pizzas, pastas and cocktails in an informal and relaxed atmosphere on a terrace with views of Barceloneta. Plaça de Pau Vila 1, 08039 Barcelona
• BlackLab Brewhouse & Kitchen: Craft beers brewed on premises and pub food such as Burgers and Nachos. Plaça de Pau Vila 1, 08039 Barcelona
• Restaurant Brisa: Mediterranean meat, fish, seafood & Paella dishes served on the terrace overlooking the Port Vell marina. Plaça de Pau Vila 1, 08039 Barcelona

Documents for Barcelona Port Vell Area

Click on any one of the 2 PDFs to view in full screen and download.

Street Map Port of Barcelona

Author: Barcelona Travel Hacks

Metro Map Drasanes and Barceloneta

Author: www.tmb.cat

How much does Barcelona Port Vell Area Day Trip Cost?

The Port Vell Area is free to walk in with the below attractions charging an entry fee.

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Port Vell is both a port and a city. It is a public space as well as a driving force for economic, social and cultural activity. Its mission is to generate prosperity for the community, consolidating itself as a friendly, sustainable and cohesive area, fully integrated into the city.

Port Vell is the result of the transformation of the oldest area of the Port of Barcelona, the closest to the city and where the port was no longer in operation. Without losing its maritime identity, it has gradually incorporated public spaces and others for commercial, leisure, sporting and cultural uses.

Port Vell is yours

Port Vell is the citizens’ area of the Port of Barcelona, one of the most dynamic, attractive and unique areas of the city. Through a balanced management of public spaces, Port Vell has become an international benchmark of port-city integration and has achieved a productive and sustainable coexistence between urban and citizen use and commercial, industrial and fishing activities present in the region. The citizen port is managed by; Port Vell Gerencia set up by the Port of Barcelona in 1988. 

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Innovation hub, public space, leisure and culture, blue economy, cultural heritage, history of port vell, in continuous evolution, bringing the port closer to the city.

Port Vell is one of the favourite spaces for locals and tourists alike and combines public and other activities. Since its transformation in the 1980s, it has been a key element in the social and economic growth of the city.

The citizens’ area is a pioneering transformation initiative and management model, resulting from significant investment by the Port of Barcelona and the private sector. It is currently facing the great challenge of rethinking and adapting itself to the needs of the citizens and the urban transformation of Barcelona. 

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Discover the charm of the Old Port and its many leisure activities

Do you want sea? Wonderful, because Barcelona has so much to offer for all lovers of maritime: the miles of beach promenade, the Olympic port with its pleasure boats, the view from Montjuic on container terminals and cruise ships ... Another highlight begins in the old town by the Columbus statue and extends to the Barceloneta district: Port Vell, the Old Port.

The history of the port dates back to the 4th century BC, when the Laietani, who settled in the area at that time, began to trade by sea. The first port facility, which could provide ships with protection against storms and waves, was, however, only successfully built in the 15th century. In the course of the urban renewal for the 1992 Olympic Games, the area of ​​the Old Port was finally completely renovated. Instead of old factories and fallow land, it now houses modern piers and berths, beautiful promenades and numerous tourist attractions.

The entrance gate, coming from the monument of Columbus, form the impressive buildings of the port administration and the customs authority - the latter is currently being extensively restored. Just in between are the moorings for the "Golondrinas", the boats that depart several times a day for entertaining harbor cruises - including a spectacular view from the water to the skyline of the city. But it's also worth exploring Port Vell on foot. As an extension of the Rambla leads next to the "Golondrinas" a jetty over the water - the Rambla del Mar. It has a wooden floor, which is mounted in a slightly curved shape and is thus reminiscent of the waves of the Mediterranean. If you're lucky, the Rambla del Mar is even on the move: if necessary, it is pushed apart in the middle so that sailboats with tall masts can drive through. Always a fascinating spectacle!

At the end of the Rambla del Mar, on a sort of peninsula, is the Maremagnum - a striking glass shopping center open seven days a week, with several restaurants and bars. Other popular leisure attractions next door are the IMAX Cinema and Aquarium, Europe's largest and most important marine science museum of the Mediterranean. For a thrill, the walk through an 80-meter underwater tunnel, while sharks swim around one ...

Those who continue on the peninsula can admire numerous sailboats and luxury yachts on both sides, which have their moorings here. Just before you reach the main street, Passeig de Colom, on your right, rises the beautifully landscaped Palau del Mar, home to the Museum of Catalan History - the building almost forms the border between Port Vell and the Barceloneta district.

Returning to the Columbus statue, you can reach the Moll de la Fusta pier - unmistakable are the colorful sculptures of pop art artist Roy Lichtenstein and the gold-glittering gamba by artist Javier Mariscal, both popular photo opportunities. Worthwhile here is another detour to the water, more precisely to the historic sailing ship Santa Eulàlia. It is a schooner from 1918, lovingly restored by the Barcelona Maritime Museum and declared a Cultural Interest of National Interest in 2011.

At the end should it be high again? Then head to the Columbus statue and enjoy a spectacular 360 degree view - the city is here at your feet!

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El puerto de Barcelona, repleto de superyates por la Copa del América de vela: atracarán 300

La regata atrae a embarcaciones de lujo, de hasta 120 metros de largo, veleros clásicos y probablemente el buque escuela juan sebastián elcano.

El Puerto de Barcelona ha colgado el cartel de “completo” en sus tres marinas para los yates y superyates que atracarán en la ciudad con motivo de la Copa del América . Por ahora hay casi 200 reservas confirmadas y pagadas de barcos de entre 15 y 100 metros de eslora, con una media de 47 metros por embarcación (a partir de 40 metros se considera superyate), confirma la agencia del sector BWA Yachting, socia en el programa para superyates de la organización de la regata y que lleva dos años trabajando en la cita. El puerto busca espacio para que atraquen otros 100. Son barcos propiedad de particulares de países de los equipos que participarán en la regata o de sus patrocinadores y empresas vinculadas. Llevan tripulaciones de hasta 30 personas y comenzarán a llegar en agosto, con una estancia media de más de un mes. La Autoridad Portuaria de Barcelona (APB) y BWA Yachting aseguran que no pueden revelar nombres de estos clientes ni el coste de los amarres, por cuestiones de confidencialidad. Alguno de los propietarios aparece en la lista Forbes, desvelan otras fuentes próximas al evento.

Además de estos barcos de lujo , es muy probable que durante la regata escale también en Barcelona el buque escuela de la armada española, el Juan Sebastián Elcano . Y habrá también decenas de veleros, algunos clásicos que hace décadas participaron en la llamada Fórmula 1 del mar y que protagonizarán regatas organizadas por el Real Club Náutico de Barcelona. La demanda de amarres es de tales dimensiones que se ha extendido a puertos vecinos, como el de Badalona o el de Vilanova i la Geltrú . “Necesitaríamos tres puertos”, resume gráficamente una profesional de estas instalaciones, mientras la agencia socia de la Copa del América asegura que la competición atrae a embarcaciones en “instalaciones de toda la costa catalana e incluso Baleares”.

Fuentes del Puerto de Barcelona reconocen que han buscado “espacio por todos lados”. “Hemos colgado el cartel de completo”, asegura un directivo de la institución, que explica que los barcos comenzarán a llegar en agosto. El plazo mínimo de alquiler de un amarre es de un mes y el momento de lleno total será en octubre, cuando la Copa del América celebra las finales.

En el Port Vell estarán a tope de yates las marinas del propio Port Vell (delante de la Barceloneta) , Marina Vela (al lado del rompeolas) y el Moll de la Fusta. Y se habilitará para estos grandes barcos por primera vez el Moll de Llevant (mirando al mar, a la derecha de Colón), actualmente en obras después de que ya no atraquen allí los ferries que viajan a Baleares. Incluso se ha preguntado a los pescadores si estarían dispuestos a cambiar de ubicación para ganar espacio: las barcas de pesca pasarían de estar atracadas mirando al Maremagnum, a la parte interior, a las marinas que reparan embarcaciones. Aparte de todas estas marinas, también habrá grandes embarcaciones o clásicas en el Port Fòrum : tanto en los pantalanes interiores, como en los exteriores.

La directora general de BWA Yachting en España y responsable del proyecto de la Copa del América en Barcelona, Antonella della Pietra, explica que para acomodar toda la demanda, “en coordinación con la Autoridad Portuaria” están “valorando cerrar acuerdos con otras instalaciones”. Con las marinas y los muelles de la Fusta y Llevant hasta la bandera, una opción no confirmada oficialmente podría ser utilizar los muelles de los cruceros, cuya temporada alta no comienza hasta octubre. Los superyates “servirán tanto como alojamiento como para que sus propietarios naveguen y presencien las regatas desde una posición más cercana durante la competición”, apunta Della Pietra. Y siempre respetando las normas que fije “la Autoridad Portuaria para garantizar la seguridad y el desarrollo ordenado de las actividades marítimas”.

Della Pietra asegura que la presencia de estos barcos de lujo “generará una actividad económica significativa” en sectores como la economía azul, hostelería, gastronomía, entretenimiento y turismo local, además de “las empresas locales que aprovisionarán estas embarcaciones”. Y señala que la mera presencia de los barcos dará “visibilidad internacional” a la ciudad, que posicionará como destino de “eventos marítimos y viajes de lujo ”. La directiva apunta que aunque “este sector pueda parecer elitista, ayuda a distribuir riqueza” y crea empleo. La agencia, precisa, ha contratado a 50 personas, y en conjunto la estancia de las superembarcaciones requerirá más personal “en los astilleros, empresas de asistencia técnica, pintores o electricistas”. Solo las tripulaciones, pone como ejemplo, incluyen, además del capitán y los marineros, “ingenieros, azafatas, chefs y posiblemente personal especializado adicional como masajistas, entrenadores personales o personal de seguridad, según las preferencias del propietario y el tamaño y propósito del yate”. Preguntada por las tarifas de los amarres asegura que son datos confidenciales y que, según “las directrices de la organización, son extremadamente contenidas” y varían en función de la ubicación en las marinas y si se miden por metros de eslora o metros cuadrados de superficie.

Nuevos espacios en Badalona y demanda en Vilanova

En el puerto de Badalona explican no pueden albergar megayates, pero sí barcos de hasta 40 metros y que están intentando habilitar nuevos espacios para una demanda “muy superior” a la habitual entre agosto y octubre. “Son reservas de, sobre todo, italianos y franceses, cuando en Badalona los clientes suelen ser alemanes, británicos y franceses”, apuntan fuentes de la marina, donde también señalan que las reservas son de particulares y también charters , empresas que buscan espacio para veleros o catamaranes para navegar con clientes. Y sobre Vilanova i la Geltrú, fuentes de Ports de Catalunya apuntan que en la dársena de grandes esloras las reservas son desde finales de agosto hasta finales de octubre para yates de entre 25 y 95 metros de largo, y en general particulares, con estancias de entre un mes y un mes y medio.

Sobre la previsible estancia del Juan Sebastián Elcano , el velero de cuatro mástiles y 113 metros de eslora, fuentes de la Armada informan de que se está buscando una “ventana de oportunidad” para que el buque escuela visite Barcelona en septiembre. Una cuestión que, con motivo del Salón Náutico en octubre, trataron durante una conversación el almirante jefe de la Armada, Antonio Piñeiro, y el alcalde Jaume Collboni.

Fiesta de la náutica, con varias regatas clásicas y la espectacular J Class

Coincidiendo con la Copa del América en Barcelona se celebrarán otras regatas clásicas, organizadas por el Real Club Náutico de Barcelona, algunas con veleros de varios países que hace años que no se reúnen en un mismo puerto. Del 4 al 7 de septiembre tendrá lugar la XVII Puig Vela Clásica, con veleros botados entre 1949 y 1984, además de otros más modernos. La regata también congregará a 25 veleros de la Clase 12, uno de los veleros más elegantes, según los expertos, que entre 1958 y 1987 se batieron en la Copa del América. También competirán una quincena de barcos de la clase Esmeralda 888 (13 al 15 de septiembre) y Maxis (de entre 18 y 30 metros del 24 al 29 de septiembre. La primera semana de octubre se celebrará la SuperYatch regata, de superyates a partir de 30 metros de eslora, que amarrarán en el Port Fòrum; y a Barcelona acudirán embarcaciones de la J Class (5 al 11 de octubre), impresionantes veleros en origen de los años 30, con más de 20 tripulantes, cuyos propietarios han restaurado o construido y que amarrarán en el Real Club Náutico de Barcelona.

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