22 Jun

Step Sustainably In Barcelona

IN PARTNERSHIP WITH STEP YOUR WORLD

Touching down in Barcelona, our first destination of the series #STEPSUSTAINABLY a partnership with Step Your World; the culture and travel app that’s changing the way we explore the world. Through this series over the next six months, we will be taking you around the globe to discover the best places to eat, drink and do - whilst keeping the planet in mind. 

📍Barcelona is a growing hub for low impact living—whether you are looking for the best new emerging brands, zero waste ice cream stores, natural wine tours or beach cleans—we’ve got you covered!

 

Bodevici

Carrer De Torrijos 21, Barcelona 

This zero waste ice cream shop is a must visit. From locally souring to using organic ingredients, Bodevici takes sustainability to the next level. 

 

L’anima Del Vi

Carrer Dels Vigatans 8, Barcelona 

Natural and low impact wine celebrate a more environmentally conscious way of consuming wine in the city. As Barcelona’s first natural wine bar, this spot is one to remember. 

 

Palo Market Fest 

Carrer Dels Pellaires, 30 - 38, Barcelona 

At the Palo Market fetical you’ll get the chance to discover, support and celebrate production and small business. Many of which are holding the planet and people at the centre of their craft. 

 

El Noa Noa 

Carrer De Torrijos, 22, Barcelona 

Take a mindful moment at El Noa Noa with a conscious coffee and book. This cafe doubles up as a book store, made of locally soured reads. 

 

Clean Beach Initiative 

Clean up some of Barcelona’s beaches whilst connecting with like minded humans within the city’s community. 

 

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