Barcelona

The Port Olímpic in Barcelona, home to the Club Patí Vela de Barcelona, once again hosts the BCN SUP WORLD FEST. This iconic venue, a centrepiece of the 1992 Olympic Games, welcome one of the most prestigious international stand-up paddle circuit. 

The Somorrostro Beach, located in this stunning setting, provides the perfect backdrop for athletes and spectators alike to enjoy an unforgettable experience, creating a truly unique atmosphere by the Mediterranean Sea.

May, 24 & 25 2025

Collaborators

Categories & Prizes

El BCN SUP WORLD FEST is part of the prestigiuos EUROTOUR Stand-Up Paddle circuit, hosting a Grand Slam 6* event in the city of Barcelona.

12.000 €

Prize money distributed among the Top 5 in PRO category for male & female participants.

12km

Pro

Male and female categories, with prize money for the Top 5.

3km

Rookie

Male and female categories for beginners.

6km

Open

Male and female categories include: Overall, Sub 16, Sub 18, Master, Kahuna, and Grand Kahuna.

1km a 3km​

Kids

Male and female categories from Sub 10 to Sub 14.

Courses

12km PRO
Recorrido Larga Distancia 12km, categoría PRO
6km OPEN
Recorrido Larga Distancia 6km, categoría OPEN
3km ROOKIE & KIDS
Recorrido Larga Distancia 3km, categoría KIDS y ROOKIE
2km KIDS
Recorrido Larga Distancia 2km, categoría KIDS
1km KIDS
Recorrido Larga Distancia 1km, categoría KIDS
TECHNICAL RACE

Schedule

 Tentative schedule, subject to change.

23.05

15:00-18:00 SUP check-in and board storage

24.05

307:30-08:00 SUP check-in and board storage

08:15-08:45 Long Distance PRO & OPEN briefing

09:00 Start Men PRO (12Km)

09:05 Start Men OPEN (6Km)

10:30 Start Women PRO (12Km)

10:35 Start Women OPEN (6Km)

12:30-12:45 Long Distance KIDS & Rookies briefing

13:00 Start KIDS & Rookies (3Km)

19:00 Award ceremony Long Distance

20:00 Cocktail

25.05

09:30 SPRINTS/TECHNICAL briefing

10:00-14:00 Heats

15:30 Award ceremony SPRINTS/TECHNICS

Activities

Do you want to improve your technique, buoy turns, or race starts? This is your chance to learn from the Catalan rider, a true SUP world reference.

  • Co-founder and coach at SUP Savioli Club
  • Over 10 years of international competitions
  • Friday, May 23rd at 5:00 PM (Club Patí Vela de Barcelona)
  • Limited spots available, for more information and reservations, contact Carol at +34 607 207 245

Audience: Rookies and Amateurs | Languages: Spanish, Catalan, and English | Format: in-person

Surfrider España, a non-profit organization that has been working for over 10 years to protect aquatic and coastal ecosystems.

  • Environmental awareness activities, educational games on climate change aimed at the little ones, with engaging learning materials.
  • Beach Cleanup, join us in collecting waste around Somorrostro Beach.
  • «Nuestras Costas» Magazine Giveaway, perfect for classroom use or to inspire environmental care at home.
  • Sunday, May 25th, from 10:30 AM to 2:30 PM (Club Patí Vela de Barcelona, Surfrider Stand)

Audience: children and teenagers | Language: Spanish| Format: in-person

Blue Soler SUP Therapeutic is an innovative project that uses Stand Up Paddle (SUP) as a therapeutic tool to improve the quality of life for people with musculoskeletal disorders. This year at the BCN SUP WORLD FEST, it returns alongside the Nereida Project, bringing a unique proposal: the talk “Blue Therapies in Barcelona: Sport, Sea, and Health.”

  • Presentation of the projects: Blue Soler SUP Terapéutico & Proyecto Nereida
  • Speakers: Carolina Navalon (Presidenta Blue Health SUP) & Sònia Güell (comisionada programa BIRC)
  • Practical demonstrations and patient testimonials
  • Sunday, May 25th, from 10:30 AM to 2:30 PM (Club Patí Vela de Barcelona)
  • Free entry

Audience: open to everyone | Language: Catalan | Format: in-person

How to travel and where to sleep?

As well as being Spain’s second-largest city and the capital of Catalonia, Barcelona is one of the jewels of the Mediterranean with its seaside location and sunny weather almost 365 days a year.

Over the years it has become one of the most visited European destinations, offering a unique combination of history, culture and architecture.

Transport
  • Avión: Aeropuerto Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat, ubicado a menos de 45 min. del centro de la ciudad, con conexión de metro, tren y autobús.
  • Tren/Autobús: Estación de Sants, el principal punto ferroviario de Barcelona. Además de una de las estaciones de autobuses más importantes de la ciudad. 
  • Barco/Ferry: Puerto de Barcelona, a menos de 30 min. del centro de la ciudad.
  • Plane: Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport, one of the main airports in Europe, located less than 45 min. from the city centre, with metro, train and bus connections.
  • Train/Bus: “Estació de Sants”, Barcelona’s main railway station. It also has one of the most important bus stations in the city.
  • Boat/Ferry: Port of Barcelona, less than 30 min. from the city centre.

Finding a parking space in Barcelona can be complicated. We recommend you to plan ahead, 2 minutes walk from the BCN SUP WORLD FEST you have a public parking (Marina Port BSM) where you will find tickets for days.

The whole area of Vila Olímpica has blue and green zones for limited parking by hours.

From BCN SUP WORLD FEST we offer, both to participants and companions, an EXCLUSIVE DISCOUNT to make your stay in Barcelona easier:

10% off at Camping tres estrellas (Castelldefels, 25 minutes away by car), valid for accommodation and bookings between May 20 and 26 (promo code will be provided once registered).

If you are coming by camper, we offer you different options:

Need accommodation?

Contact us and get exclusive discounts for competitors and companions. Stay close to the event and make the most of the experience!