Cap a Mar is an organization born into a family of fishermen from Barceloneta, and as heirs of this tradition, we aim to preserve and share the cultural heritage of our trade, which is often forgotten in our city.
We reclaim our origins, the emblematic Mediterranean fishing neighborhood of Barceloneta, and we want to help citizens feel it as their own and know it for its values, not for its conflicts.
We carry out all kinds of activities that promote the dissemination of fishermen’s values, centuries-old knowledge, and experiences, involving their true protagonists -the fishermen themselves- in every activity.
With the aim of reaching all kinds of audiences, we adapt to the needs of each group of people, without forgetting the children.
Commitment to sustainability
For us, respect for our way of life -the sea- is of vital importance, and that is why we want to help raise awareness among all visitors about the need to care for the natural environment.
In line with these objectives, Cap a Mar is part of Barcelona+Sostenible, a network of more than 1,000 organizations committed to environmental, social, and economic sustainability, collectively building a city that is responsible toward its people and surroundings. The network is made up of citizen organizations, business and commercial organizations, educational centers, universities, professional associations, trade unions, and government bodies.
With the aim of enabling both residents and visitors to enjoy Barcelona and its surroundings in a balanced and respectful way, the Ayuntamiento de Barcelona and the Diputación de Barcelona promote responsible tourism based on economic, social, environmental, and cultural sustainability through the Biosphere distinction.
More than 1,000 companies are already part of the Compromís per a la Sostenibilitat Turística Destinació Barcelona Biosphere. Tourism companies within #DestinacióBCNBiosphere commit to the values and goals of the 2030 Agenda in order to carry out activities that are balanced and fair for the city and the surrounding areas of Barcelona. The Biosphere Sustainable seal recognizes more than 800 companies in the city and surrounding regions that incorporate new sustainable and respectful business models.
Completed Projects
At Cap a Mar, we promote various projects that connect citizens with the maritime and fishing world of the Port of Barcelona. We collaborate with different organizations to create transformative and awareness-raising experiences focused on the sea, fishing, and responsible consumption.
Together with the Norai restaurant and the Impulsem cooperative, we developed themed dinners, with different cycles as culinary projects that highlight locally sourced fish and underutilized species.
Within the framework of these themed dinners, we contributed to a youth training and employment project through workshops, tastings, and special menus, showcasing the gastronomic potential of our coastline and promoting sustainable cuisine that respects the marine environment.
We also work with secondary schools on educational programs where students can gain firsthand knowledge of the fishing sector, the fisherman’s trade, and the environmental challenges facing the sea. These activities include boat trips, meetings with fishermen, and hands-on workshops that combine science, local territory, and environmental values.
Additionally, we have collaborated with the Museu Marítim de Barcelona on the exhibition Jo de petita anava sempre al moll, a project that collects the oral histories of women connected to the port. This exhibition gives voice to previously overlooked stories and invites us to reflect on the relationship between gender and port spaces.
Through all these projects, Cap a Mar aims to continue building connections between the port, the city, and its people, valuing maritime heritage and promoting a fairer and more sustainable vision of our environment.
