Ride through Barcelona’s historic neighborhoods before setting sail from Port Olimpic on a four-hour bike and sail adventure with BDA Sailling. Discover the city from two perspectives, capped with a refreshing Mediterranean swim.
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Difficulty
moderate
Duration
4 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for participants with basic fitness who can comfortably bike 8–10 km and stand or move aboard a sailboat.
Wildlife
History
El Borne grew rapidly beyond Barcelona’s old Roman walls in the Middle Ages, becoming a hub for commerce around the Basílica de Santa María del Mar.
Conservation
Efforts to maintain clean harbor waters and sustainable boating practices help protect Barcelona’s marine environment for future visitors.
BDA Sailling
Ride through Barcelona’s historic neighborhoods before setting sail from Port Olimpic on a four-hour bike and sail adventure with BDA Sailling. Discover the city from two perspectives, capped with a refreshing Mediterranean swim.
BDA Sailling is a Barcelona-based charter company offering a broad portfolio of sailing experiences, boat rentals and navigation courses from Port Olímpic.
The company lists multiple sailboat charters including a Beneteau Oceanis 40 "Verone" (2009) and several Bavaria cruisers — Bavaria 46 models ("Azimut 36" and "Tao") and a Bavaria 45 Cruiser ("Airen"). These yachts accommodate groups up to ten or twelve guests for day trips, coastal escapes and week-long cruises to the Balearic Islands, Costa Brava, Ibiza, Formentera, Mallorca and Menorca.
BDA Sailling also offers specialized outings such as shared and private sailing excursions, sunset sails, romantic night sails, breakfast sails, and themed experiences including gin & tonic workshops, wine and cheese tastings, vermut experiences and oyster pairing sessions. For anglers, the company operates a three-hour guided fishing excursion off the Barcelona coast aboard a motorboat, using techniques like trolling and spinning. Additional activities include banana boat rides, parasailing and RIB 21-foot rentals ("Muni").
On the training side, BDA Sailling provides navigation education and certification support with courses and practical training options: Licencia de Navegación, Curso PNB (online and intensive), Curso PER (online and intensive), Prácticas PER Motor, Pack Vela with habilitación Baleares and Curso ROCA. The operator also lists private yacht charters, club sail cruises and unique services such as sea burial (Cenizas al Mar). All descriptions and capacities are those published for each listed trip. Trips include day sails, sunset cruises, island weeks and specialty workshops as published in the current trip listings on The Adventure Collective platform.
Home Port
Barcelona, Cataluña
Departures from Port Olímpic
Boat Types
Beneteau & Bavaria
Sailboats and cruisers available
Max Capacity
Up to 12 guests
Large group and private charters
Fishing Trips
3-hour trip
Guided motorboat fishing
Check available dates for private charters, shared sails and navigation courses departing from Port Olímpic — secure a memorable Mediterranean outing.
Wear comfortable shoes with good grip
Rubber-soled shoes are recommended for biking and safe footing on the boat deck.
Bring a swimsuit and towel
Be prepared to take a swim during the sailing portion if weather allows.
Stay hydrated and use sun protection
Barcelona’s Mediterranean sun can be strong, especially on the water. Pack sunscreen and a hat.
Arrive early for check-in
Check in at Moll de Mestral 1546, Port Olimpic at least 15 minutes before departure to ensure a timely start.
Comfortable bike shoes or trainers
Ensures safety and ease during urban cycling segments.
Swimsuit and quick-dry towel
For enjoying the Mediterranean swim if conditions allow.
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Light windbreaker or jacket
Protects against coastal breezes during the sailing portion.
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Sunscreen and sunglasses
Critical for sun protection under open skies and on the water.
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