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Introduction Introduction to the LGBT movement Barcelona

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General map of Barcelona Map of Eixample Esquerre

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Map of Eixample Dret

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Map of Ciutat Vella

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Map of Les Corts & Sarrià - Sant Gervasi

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Map of Gràcia & Sant Martí

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Map of Sants Montjuïc

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Costa de Barcelona - Maresme Costa de Garraf

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Catalunya Central Costa Brava

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Terres de Lleida Pirineus i Val d’Aran Terres de l’Ebre

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Turisme de Catalunya, one of the aims of which is to carry out actions in the area of marketing and sales, as well as providing services that increase the wealth and prosperity of Catalonia’s tourist industry, would like to make its contribution to the LGBT community by supporting spaces where respect for people’s freedom is noticeable, also showing all that Catalonia offers, as a country supporting diversity.

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The vitality and modernity of its cities make Catalonia a prime destination for a weekend get-away any time of the year. Catalonia is currently one of the main European focal points of creativity and design, and Barcelona has become a big commercial showcase and the Mediterranean capital of modernity. In recent years, this creativity has also been reflected in the field of urban planning, with the works of

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Catalan Modernism, a widespread cultural movement from the late 19th and early 20th century, with Antoni GaudĂ­ as its most outstanding figure, has left its mark throughout the region.

The LGBT in Cataloni Catalonia was the cradle of the gay, lesbian, and transsexual movement in

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when the first clandestine group in our history was formed in Barcelona. Since then, associations have advanced a great deal, and their brave struggle for equality and public recognition of the existence of the LGBT community has allowed the development of a largely positive social attitude towards homosexuality.

Sitges was also a pioneer, inaugurating in 1980 one of the first discotheques for the country’s gay public, which was soon followed by a large entertainment and sales network which remains in full operation today.

Catalonia has experienced these realities, generated by the world of associations and also led by commercial initiative, in a calm manner, absorbing the meaning and drawing its own conclusions; thus, our society mainly respects and recognises the LGBT community, and our institutions have responded to the movement’s requests through laws and direct actions.

But it doesn’t all end with symbolic gestures, rather we are also pioneers in promoting laws that favour equality and respect for LGBT people, such as allowing same-sex couples to adopt, or the creation of the

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Movement ia National Council of Lesbians, Gays, Transsexual Men and Women, and Bisexuals. The commitment goes beyond this, and even the Generalitat de Catalunya became a part of the International Lesbian and Gay Association (ILGA) in 2007, as an institutional collaborator, becoming the first national government to enter this body.

All of these factors have generated social respect and have resulted in a country where diversity is reflected; a country which, besides the variety offered by the city of Barcelona, or the tradition of Sitges, also offers proposals of all kinds for lesbians, gays, bisexuals and transsexuals throughout its territory: from rural or family lodging, to bars and discotheques, restaurants or shops.

From Freedom to Pride In 1970, the MELH (Spanish Movement for Homosexual Liberation) was created, one of the first in the country. Founded by Armand de Fluvià, it was the response to the preliminary project of the Law of Dangerousness and Social Rehabilitation, which, under Franco’s dictatorship, sought to condemn homosexuals for their very existence.

Beginning in 1971, the MELH met secretly in Barcelona, in a different place each time, as it was pursued by the police. After Franco’s death in 1975, members of the MELH and new people who joined founded the FAGC (Front for Gay Freedom of Catalonia), a very influential group, which was the first to work in a stable manner in favour of gay and lesbian rights.

With the arrival of democracy, in 1976 Armand de Fluvià, along with a group of activists, created the Institut Lambda, intended as a centre for LGBT services, and not so much as a tool for protest.

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A gay movement that was increasingly present filled the streets of Barcelona on the 28th of June of 1977, in the first demonstration of gays, lesbians and transsexuals, which is still held every year.

In 1979, homosexuality was removed from the Law of Social Dangerousness, although the article of the Penal Code regulating socalled “public scandal” was applied to homosexuals if they did any public activity that could be considered an attack on public morals.

In 1980, Jordi Lozano, known as Jordi Petit, replaced Armand de Fluvià at the head of the FAGC. These two, along with Alejo Sarbacj and Albert Oliva, founded the Gay-Lesbian Coordinator of Catalonia (CGL).

As far as groups of women and lesbians go, there is a long tradition; in 1975 the first Feminist Group was created, and the following year, the first Catalan Women’s Conferences were held. In 1977 the Lesbian Group of Barcelona of the FAGC was founded. In 1979, the Feminist Party was created, and later the Lesbian Freedom Struggle Group (GLAL) was presented in Barcelona.

At the beginning of the 80’s the work of lesbian feminist groups was reinforced, with Empar Pineda as the best-known representative, and in 1988 Ca la Dona was inaugurated, a space that is still very active. In the 90’s the Casal Girls’ Group was created, part of the Casal Lambda, which along with the Group of Lesbian Feminists and Lesbos Group, continues to head the Catalonia lesbian and women’s movement.

More than Symbols or Words The work of the LGBT movement and the social changes that Catalonia has undergone, very evident since the beginning of the 21st century, have been reflected in a series of laws and the recognition of rights that have made ours one of the most advanced countries in the world in this regard.

Since 1973, when homosexuality was removed from the list of mental illnesses set out by the American Psychiatric Association, we have come a long way towards respecting the equality and dignity of LGBT people, which in Catalonia is now reflected in laws and institutions.

Turisme de Catalunya has been advised by a committee created for this purpose and made up of the Program for the gay, lesbian, and transsexual group of the Department of Social Action and Citizenship of the Generalitat de Catalunya (Catalonia’s autonomous government), the National LGBT Council of Catalonia, the Association of Lesbian and Gay Families, LGBT tourism consultants, the Gay-Lesbian Coordinator, and Casal Lambda.

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The LGBT Turisme advisory committee has established the criteria for the selection of the establishments that appear in this publication based on a study commissioned by Turisme de Catalunya. The city of Barcelona has so much to offer, that these criteria have had to be adapted according to whether or not the establishments belong to the ILGTA and whether the offer is specifically addressed to the group, in a manner agreed upon with the Union of Hotels of Barcelona and the collaboration of the main travel agency associations.

In 1998, the Parliament of Catalonia approved the Law of Stable Couple Unions, the first of this kind in the country.

This step seems small if it is compared with what would come later, especially in 2005, when the law allowing marriage between those of the same sex was passed, and again, when the Generalitat de Catalunya took the initiative once more, by creating, one 28th of June, the Program for the Gay, Lesbian and Transsexual Collective. 2005 also brought good news for the recognition of families with homosexual parents, with the approval of the reform of the Family Code allowing lesbians and gays to adopt children.

With the desire to make the country’s LGBT reality visible, the main buildings of the Government of Catalonia raise the rainbow flag on the 28th of June to celebrate Gay, Lesbian, Transsexual and Bisexual Pride, an initiative shared by many town halls.

In 2007, the National LGBT Council of Catalonia was founded. The same year, the Public Prosecutor of Catalonia created the figure of the Public Prosecutor Coordinator against Homophobia, intended to supervise the legal actions undertaken against homophobic acts.

The last step taken by the Generalitat de Catalunya, a brave and decided one, was to enter into the ILGA (International Lesbian and Gay Association). It is the first government to join, once again supporting LGBT visibility by providing support to the 2008 Eurogames in Barcelona.

These unambiguous actions and positions make Catalonia one of the countries in the world where the laws are most advanced in terms of LGBT rights, underlining respect for diversity and protecting personal freedom.

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With over 4 km of coast, the recovery of the seafront has been one of the Catalan capital’s most important transformations.

elona On the other hand, the museums of Barcelona hold a very valuable legacy. Especially the MNAC, in the Palau Nacional de Montjuïc, which houses one of the most important Romanesque, Gothic, and Baroque collections in the country. The Museum of Contemporary Art (the MACBA) also stands out, the Museum of the History of Catalonia, the Museum of History of the City, in the Plaça del Rei, the Maritime Museum, at the city’s old shipyards, the Picasso Museum or the Miró Foundation, to name only a few of the most well-known.

Barcelona is a world-wide point of reference in terms of architecture: there is a Medieval Barcelona, in the Gothic Quarter, with very important civil and religious works; and a Modernist Barcelona, with a group of Gaudí’s works, among others, declared a part of the World Heritage by the UNESCO, which is concentrated in l’Eixample.

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But the city is also the centre of the country’s LGBT life. Cradle of the gay movement, this large metropolis offers a wide variety of services aimed specifically at gays, lesbians, bisexuals and transsexuals, although one may consider that apart from a few exceptions, the entire city is open to everyone. This is the case of hotels, which mainly declare themselves to be gay-friendly, for which reason we have indicated only those that are specifically LGBT, along with the members of the ILGTA (International Gay and Lesbian Travel Association).

Nightclubs are located mainly in the left side of the l’Eixample District, which is known popularly as “Gaixample” (Gay Eixample): a square made up of nine blocks of buildings where you can find spaces for all tastes. But it is not the only area in the city where there are LGBT bars, restaurants, shops or discotheques, which can also be found in neighbourhoods like Ciutat Vella or Gràcia.

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Nightclubs are located mainly in the left side of the l’Eixample District, which is known popularly as “Gaixample” (Gay Eixample): a square made up of nine blocks of buildings where you can find spaces for all tastes.

Its position in defence of civil rights and LGBT people must be underlined, represented through a Municipal Council, wich has an Office for Non-Discrimination, the first on a municipal level in Europe, aimed at defending people’s rights.

This clear intention to work for equality has arisen from the movement of associations (nearly 40 associations in the city of Barcelona) and from institutions, allowing almost the entire city to behave with respect for diversity. Enjoy it with freedom, responsibility, and confidence.

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barce key Finding a place on the maps is easy.

Each of the places on the Barcelona list is identified with a letter and a number. The letter corresponds to a district map, and the number corresponds to its location on that map.

First you have to identify the district of the place you are looking for, assigned to a letter from A to H. Once you have found the district, you have to find the corresponding map on the following pages. When you have found the map, you only have to find the point.

The list of places that accompanies the map also has an address to make it easier to find the place in each city.

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elona Neri Hotel & Restaurant **** Contemporary elegance in an 18th century mansion in the heart of the Gothic Quarter Sant Sever, 5 (C,1) 933 040 655 www.hotelneri.com

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LODGING HOTELS Neri Hotel & Restaurant **** 1 Sant Sever, 5 Inglaterra *** 2 Pelai, 14 Hotel California ** 3 Rauric, 14 15

Barcelona is a city open to everyone. A good example is that the majority of the hotels declare themselves to be gay-friendly.

BARCELONA TOURISM OFFICES Barcelona Information and Tourism Centre Pl. Catalunya, 17 soterrani 932853832 www.barcelonaturisme.com

AC Diplomatic **** Absolutely avant-garde decoration and right in the city centre, next to Passeig de Gràcia.

Pau Claris, 122 (B,3) 932723810 www.ac-hotels.com

AC Miramar ***** Exclusive and located in a historical building, next to the Montjuïc Park, Catalonia Centre it has fantastic views and all of the for Tourist Information Passeig de Gràcia, 107 - Palau Robert facilities.

Plaça Carles Ibáñez, 3 (H,1) 932388091 932811600 www.gencat.net/probert www.ac-hotels.com Sants Station Tourism Office Pl. Països Catalans, s/n - Lobby of the AC Irla **** Located in one of the newly-built, station Modernist-style residential and 932853832 commercial areas, it offers services www.barcelonaturisme.com with the maximum design and comfort.

Calvet, 40-42 (E,1) TRAVEL AGENCIES 932416210 Ambien Travel www.ac-hotels.com Agency specialised in selling LGBT cruises.

AC Victoria Suites **** Rec Comtal, 2 (C,28) 50 comfortable suites in the 933100333 residential neighbourhood of www.ambientravel.com Pedralbes, in the high part of the city.

Arrels Viatges Specialists in individual and group trips.

Open from 9:30 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Avinguda Diagonal, 305 (B,24) 932081212

LODGING HOTELS AC Barcelona **** Located in the new, expanding business and fair area, with all of the features.

Passeig del Taulat, 278 (G,2) 934898200 www.ac-hotels.com

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Avinguda Pedralbes, 16 (D,2) 932069900 www.ac-hotels.com AC Vilamarí **** It has 90 rooms with double beds, and is located next to Plaça Espanya, 10 minutes from the airport.

Vilamarí, 34-36 (A,1) 932892892 www.90hotels.com Advance Barcelona **** It has outstanding design and is located in a historic building of Gaixample.

Sepúlveda, 180 (A,2) 932892892 www.hotenco.com

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Aston *** Newly-built and located in Gaixample.

París, 101 (A,6) 933637070 www.sunotel.es

Gran Derby Hotel **** A quiet family atmosphere in a boutique hotel intended for combining business and pleasure.

Loreto, 28 (D,4) 934452544 www.derbyhotels.com

Astoria *** Full of charm and decorated with exquisite taste, it offers luxurious services and comforts.

París, 203 (A,7) 932098311 www.derbyhotels.com

Hilton Diagonal Mar Barcelona ***** Located in one of the most modern areas, it has magnificent facilities and is close to the beach.

Passeig del Taulat, 262-264 (G,1) 935070707 www.hilton.es

Axel Hotel Barcelona *** The first hetero-friendly hotel, modern and classy, it is a real point of reference for gay tourists.

Aribau, 33 (A,8) 933239393 www.axelhotels.com

Hilton Barcelona ***** Modern facilities and carefullydecorated rooms, right in the financial, cultural, and commercial district.

Diagonal, 589-591 (D,1) 934957777 www.hilton.es

Balmes *** Right in the city centre, this cosmopolitan establishment is a real oasis in the heart of the city.

Mallorca, 216 (A,9) 934511914 www.derbyhotels.com

Hotel California ** In the Gothic Quarter, this centrallylocated and historic establishment was the first in the city to define itself as gay-friendly.

Rauric, 14 (C,3) 933177766 www.hotelcaliforniabcn.com

Claris Hotel ***** Housed in Palau Vedruna, it is a hotel with class and history, which is also home to a collection of ancient Egyptian art.

Pau Claris, 150 (B,1) 934876262 www.derbyhotels.com Derby Hotel **** Located on a quiet street in the main shopping district, it is the ideal spot for combining business and pleasure.

Loreto, 21 (D,3) 933223215 www.derbyhotels.com

Icaria Barcelona **** Inaugurated in 2005, it offers comfortable, elegant facilities.

Avinguda Icària, 195 (G,3) 932218200 www.hotelicariabarcelona.com Inglaterra *** Hotel-boutique in the city’s tourist hub, it is a place where the smallest details are seen to.

Pelai, 14 (C,2) 935051100 www.majestichotelgroup.com

Junior ** Newly-built, it is in the centre of Granados 83 **** Barcelona and just a few minutes Urban and avant-garde, it is intended for from Gaixample. bohemians, sybarites, and daring people Avinguda Sarrià, 9 (A,10) who seek luxury, design, and comfort.

933633501 Enric Granados, 83 (A,3) www.sunotel.es 934929670 www.derbyhotels.com 17

Cradle of the gay movement, Barcelona has nearly 40 LGBT associations.

Neri Hotel & Restaurant **** Contemporary elegance in an 18thcentury mansion in the heart of the Gothic Quarter.

Sant Sever, 5 (C,1) 933040655 www.hotelneri.com Majestic ***** In the centre of Barcelona, the smallest details are seen to.

Passeig de Gràcia, 68 (B,2) 934881717 www.majestichotelgroup.com Murmuri **** Hotel-boutique where the smallest details are seen to, in the centre of Barcelona.

Rambla Catalunya, 104 (B,4) 933500600 www.majestichotelgroup.com Rafael Hoteles Casanova **** Modern and innovative, right in the city centre and a few metres from Passeig de Gràcia.

Gran Via, 559 (A,4) 933964800 www.rafaelhoteles.com Sunotel Central **** Located in a historical building right in the city centre, it is a few minutes from Plaça Universitat and Plaça Catalunya.

Gran Via, 570 (A,5) 934527374 www.sunotel.es Tryp Apolo **** Right in the city centre and 10 minutes from the Barcelona Fairgrounds and Conference Hall, 10 km from the airport.

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HOSTELS Absolut Centro In the main shopping area and on the city’s Modernist route, it is welcoming and accessible.

Casanova, 72 (A,11) 649550238 www.absolutcentro.com Barcelona City Centre Centrally-located and welcoming, it is just steps away from everything, offering high quality lodging at very competitive prices.

Balmes, 60 entresòl (B,5) 653900039 www.barcelonacitygay.com Barcelona City North In the Sarrià-Sant Gervasi area, this modern, remodelled hostel offers all of the comforts.

Saragossa, 95-97 (E,2) 653900039 www.barcelonacitygay.com/north Barcelona City Ramblas Right in the middle of the city, on the Ramblas, it offers simple, comfortable lodging, with shared bathrooms at economical prices.

Rambla, 133 3r (C,4) 653900039 www.barcelonacitygay.com/ramblas Barcelona City Urquinaona Full of charm, this establishment is set in a majestic flat in a Modernist building from the early 20th century.

Bailèn, 13 pral. 1r (B,6) 653900039 www.barcelonacitygay.com/

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Barcelona Rooms Rental of centrally-located, comfortable rooms, for seasons, days, or weeks.

Comte d’Urgell, 63, 4rt (A,12) 933232938 www.barcelonarooms.net Hostal Agua Alegre Housed in a majestic building, it has pleasant rooms that are original and unique.

Roger de Llúria, 47 (B,7) 934878032 www.aguaalegre.com Hostal Albi In the Gothic Quarter, close to the Ramblas and the sports port, it is housed in a 19th-century mansion.

Avinyó, 58 (C,5) 933171935 www.hostalalbi.com Hostal Baires In the Gothic Quarter, comfortable and simple, it occupies one floor of a 19th century building.

Avinyó, 37 (C,6) 933197774 www.hostalbaires.com Hostal Que Tal In a majestic building, comfortable and personal, it was one of the first hostels in the city to define itself as gay.

Mallorca, 290 (B,8) 934592366 www.quetalbarcelona.com Pensión La Nau Simple and economical, it is located right in the city centre, near the Arch of Triumph.

Ronda de Sant Pere, 53 pral. 1a (B,9) 932451013 www.lanaugay.com

ASSOCIATIONS ACATHI Catalan Association for the Integration of Homosexual, Bisexual and Transsexual Immigrants Violant d’Hongria, 156 baixos www.acathi.org ACEGAL Catalan Association of Businesses for Gays and Lesbians www.acegal.org ACORD Association for Lesbian Women Muntaner, 121 entresòl 1a www.acordlgtb.org ACGIL Christian Association of Gays and Lesbians Verdaguer i Callís, 10 www.acgil.org AFLG Lesbian and Gay Families’ Association Verdaguer i Callís, 10 645318860 www.familieslg.org AISIOS Association for the Support of Gender Identity and Sexual Orientation Ausiàs March, 163 6è 4a Amnesty International Alfons XII, 19-21 pral. 1a 932093536 www.amnistiacatalunya.org Gay Handicapped People’s Association Gran Via de les Corts Catalanes, 562 pral. 2a 697236606 www.discapacitados-gay.com

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AMPGIL Parents Association of Gays and Lesbians Meetings on Wednesdays from 6 to 8 p.m.

Verdaguer i Callís,10 933195550 www.ampgil.org ANUE Association for the United Nations in Spain Fontanella, 14 1r 1a 933013990 www.anue.org GAYLESPOL Gay and Lesbian Police Officers’ Association www.gaylespol.org

SIN VERGÜENZA University Association of Gays, Lesbians, Bisexuals, and Transsexuals.

Meetings on Fridays from 7 to 9 p.m. in Room 108 of the Faculty of Philology of the UB Plaça Universitat www.sinver.org BARCEDONA Women working to normalise awareness of lesbianism through culture. www.barcedona.org BEARCELONA Parties and meetings for Bears. www.bearcelona.org

CASAL LAMBDA Verdaguer i Callís,10 933195550 www.lambdaweb.org CGB Gay Collective of Barcelona Ptge. Valeri Serra, 23 934534125 www.colectiugai.org Coordinadora GL Coordinating Federation of GayLesbian Associations Violant d’Hongria, 156 baixos 932980029 www.cogailes.org CTC / ATC LLIBERTAT Collective of Transsexuals of Catalonia Nou de la Rambla, 43 - Espai 4 932782168 www.transsexualitat.org CEAR Catalan Commission for Refugee Aid Aribau, 3 1r 2a 933012539 www.cear.es Creació Positiva HIV/SIDA Sants, 2-4 1r 1a 934314548 www.creacionpositiva.net

barcelona Ecogais Gay ecological group Ptge. Valeri Serra, 23 www.colectiugai.org FAGC Catalonia Front for Gay Freedom Verdi, 88 - Local 2 932172669 www.fagc.org FIG Foundation for Gender Identity Marina, 166-168 baixos 932454515 www.figinternet.org Fundació Enllaç fundacioenllac@gmail.com Fundación Arena Consell de Cent, 276 3r www.fundacionarena.com GAIS POSITIUS Association of and for HIV + Gays Violant d’Hongria, 156 baixos 932980642 www.gaispositius.org

GAG Group of GLBT Friends Gran de Sant Andreu, 111 Civic centre 620550768 www.amicsgais.org GTM Group of Male Transsexuals of Barcelona Ptge. Valeri Serra, 23 934534125 www.transmasculins.org GRUP JOVE Youth Group Association of Gays and Lesbians Violant d’Hongria, 156 baixos www.grupjove.org Grup Lesbos Casp, 38 pral.

934127161 www.caladona.org INCLOU Gays and Lesbians for Education Gran Via, 247 (Centre Cívic La Magòria) www.cogailes.org

Gaixample is not the only area in the city with LGBT bars, restaurants, shops, or discotheques.

GLF Group of Lesbian Feminists Casp, 38 pral. www.lesbifem.org Projecte dels Noms-HISPANOSIDA Comte Borrell, 164-166 933182056 www.hispanosida.com PANTERES GROGUES LGBT Sports Club Francolí, 50 932095490 www.panteresgrogues.org

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SIDA STUDI AIDS Documentation and Prevention Bisbe Laguarda, 4-8 - Local 4 932681484 www.sidastudi.org STOP SIDA Struggle against AIDS Muntaner, 121 entresòl 1a 902106927 www.stopsida.org Xarxa Gay GLBT Professional Space www.xarxagay.org

BARS - CAFÉS Burdel 74 Colourful, cosmopolitan, and open to all sorts of urban tribes. Open every day from 7 p.m. to 2:30 a.m.

Carme, 74 (C,7) www.burdel74.com Dacksy CocKtail Bar Modern and urban, it is an ideal spot for having an appetiser, a cup of coffee, or a cocktail. Open every day from 5 p.m. to 2:30 a.m.

Consell de Cent, 247 (A,16)

Sky Bar On the top floor of the Axel Hotel, a privileged spot in the heart of Gaixample. Open from May to September.

Aribau, 33 (A,29) www.axelhotels.com Zancanalla Modern and elegant, this is a place to have cocktails, appetisers, and other drinks.

Open every day from 5 p.m. to 2:30 a.m.

Diputació, 206 (A,32)

MUSICAL BARS Aire A large space with two bars, a dance floor, DJ, and a billiard table. Open Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, from 11 p.m. to 2:30 a.m.

València, 236 (A,13) www.grupoarena.com Átame Quiet evenings and much livelier nights, to the tune of Spanish pop music. Open every day from 6 p.m. to 2:30 a.m.

Consell de Cent, 257 (A,14)

El Dulce Deseo de Lorenzo Open from 10 a.m. to midnight.

Platja de la Marbella (G,4)

Dietrich Elegant and spacious, it has two bars.

You can dance or enjoy the shows. Open every day from 11 p.m. to 2:30 a.m.

Consell de Cent, 255 (A,18)

G Café Decorated in a Modernist style, it is quiet and welcoming, offering art exhibits. Open every day from 7 p.m. to 2 a.m.

Muntaner, 24 (A,21)

El Cangrejo With a free-spirited, transgressive air, it organises many theme parties.

Open from Thursday to Saturday, from 11:30 p.m. to 2:30 a.m.

Villarroel, 86 (A,19)

La Bata de Boatiné In the Raval, with all the charm of a bohemian, kitsch atmosphere. Open every day from 10 p.m. to 2:30 a.m.

Robadors, 23 (C,8)

Museum Café in the afternoon and musical bar beginning at midnight. It has a dance floor. Open from Monday to Sunday, from 6:30 p.m. to 2:30 a.m.

Sepúlveda, 178 (A,26)

La Chapelle Decorated with religious motifs and a terrace that is open all year. Open every day from 4 p.m. to 2:30 a.m.

Muntaner, 67 (A,23) Mandarina Small and welcoming, it has a very lively terrace in the summer. Open every day from 10 p.m. to 2:30 a.m.

Diputació, 157 (A,24) Punto BCN Spacious and heavily visited, exhibits are held there, and a very popular afternoon snack is offered on Wednesdays. Open every day from 6 p.m. to 2:30 a.m.

Muntaner, 63 (A,28) www.grupoarena.com

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People Lounge Careful decoration, in a select club for stylish men. Open every day from 8 p.m. to 2:30 a.m.

Villarroel, 71 (A,27) www.peoplebcn.com Strass Drag and variety shows. There are tables to sit and watch the show.

Open every day from 9 p.m. to 2:30 a.m.

Consell de Cent, 245 bis (A,30) www.strass.es Sweet A large space with a minimalist atmosphere, they have shows and parties every week.

Open from Wednesday to Sunday, from 8 p.m. to 2:30 a.m.

Casanova, 75 (A,31) www.sweetbcn.com

barcelona Zeltas A disco-bar with three bars, one for cocktails, a dance floor, and a lounge.

Open every day from 10:30 p.m. to 2:30 a.m.

Casanova, 75 (A,33) www.zeltas.net

BARS FOR WOMEN Dejavú Dance floor and DJ in a youthful, fun-filled atmosphere. Open Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, from 11 p.m. to 2:30 a.m.

Aribau, 81 (A,17) www.dejavubcn.com La Rosa A welcoming and established spot, in the heart of Gràcia, with a dance floor.

Open every day from 10 p.m. to 2:30 a.m.

Brusi, 39 (E,3) Le Femme Modern and spacious, this pleasant spot has a dance floor.

Open Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, from midnight to 4 a.m.

Plató, 15 (E,4) Prado Welcoming and always very full, it is located in the heart of the Gràcia neighbourhood. Open from Thursday to Saturday, from 11 p.m. to 2:30 a.m.

Marià Cubí, 4 (E,5)

BARS FOR MEN Bacon Bear Bar Right in the middle of Gaixample, with two bars. Afternoon snack on Thursdays. Open every day from 6 p.m. to 2:30 a.m.

Casanova, 64 (A,15) http://bbb.baconbearbar.com/

Bear Factory A large place with a dance floor, DJ, and the timetable of a typical discotheque.

Open Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, from 11 p.m. to 5 a.m.

Passatge Domingo, 3 (B,10) www.bearfactorybarcelona.com Berlin Dark For lovers of leather, fetishism, and uniforms, it has dress codes for theme parties. Open from Tuesday to Sunday from 10 p.m. to 2:30 a.m.

Passatge Prunera, 18 (H,3) www.berlindark.com Fetish Men-Quizás In Gaixample, a space for fetishists with a well-equipped game area.

Open every day from 9 p.m. to 2:30 a.m.

Diputació, 161 (A,20) La Base Pioneer in organising nudist parties, it does not have a dress code. Open every day from 10 p.m. to 2:30 a.m.

Casanova, 201 (A,22) www.labasebcn.com Market-The Woofy Bar Good atmosphere, DJ, and weekly parties for Bears and admirers. Wednesday and Thursday from 7 p.m. to 3 a.m. Friday from 11 p.m. to 3 a.m.

Entença, 37 (A,25) www.marketbcn.com New Chaps A classic for jeans & leather, it has two floors and offers an afternoon snack on Sunday.

Open every day from 9 p.m. to 2:30 a.m., Sunday from 7 p.m. to 2:30 a.m.

Diagonal, 365 (B,11) www.newchaps.com

FASHION SHOPS American Men Men’s sports and casual clothing.

Open from Monday to Saturday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 5 to 9 p.m.

Consell de Cent, 241 (A,34) Casanova, 80 Angel Gimeno Club, trendy, and casual men’s clothing. Open from Monday to Saturday from 11 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Avinyó, 25 (C,9) Aragaza A selection of Italian and French men’s wear. Open from Monday to Saturday from 10:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Del Pi, 9, local 28-A Galeries Maldà (C,10) www.aragaza.com By Workshop of men’s wedding and evening wear. Open from Monday to Saturday from 10:30 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Muntaner, 22 (A,35) www.bybcn.com Boxer Skinhead, latex, military, and anti-fashion clothing in general. Open from Tuesday to Friday, from noon to 3 p.m. and 6 to 9 p.m., Saturday from 5 to 10 p.m.

Carretes, 71 (C,11) www.boxerbcn.com Celestino Muñoz Exclusively designed men’s clothing.

Open from Monday afternoon to Saturday, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 4:30 to 9 p.m.

Gran Via, 588 (A,36) Boters, 8 www.celestino.biz DGM A selection of brand names for urban men, whether sports clothing or something more formal. Open from Monday to Saturday from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.

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E-male Men’s sports or club wear.

Open from Monday to Saturday, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 5:30 to 9 p.m.

Consell de Cent, 236 (A,38) ES4U Exclusive brand-name shop with its own line of men’s underwear and swimwear. Open from Monday to Saturday, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 5:30 to 9 p.m.

Casanova, 56 (A,39) www.escollection.es M69 Exclusive clothing, cosmetics, and shoes for men. Open from Monday to Saturday from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Muntaner, 69 (A,40) Rec, 28 www.m69barcelona.com Men by Men Men’s clothing with its own label.

Open from Monday to Saturday from 5 to 9 p.m.

Casanova, 63 (A,41) Next Level Selection of Italian clothing and accessories for men. Open from Monday to Saturday, from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and 4:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Diputació, 189 (A,42) Ovlas The first gay line of men’s clothing and accessories.

Open from Monday to Saturday from 10:15 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Via Laietana, 33 (C,13) Portaferrissa, 22 (C,14) www.ovlas.com Paolo Mauro Exclusive selection of men’s clothing.

Open from Monday to Saturday, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 5:30 to 9 p.m.

Avinyó, 46 (C,15) www.paolomauro.com

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Ritual Evening, casual, or swimwear for men, selected firms. Open from Monday afternoons to Friday, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 5 to 8:30 p.m.

Muntaner, 58 (A,43)

Open from Monday to Saturday, from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 5 to 8:30 p.m.

Muntaner, 61 (A,45) Muntaner, 75

Soho Shop Exclusive lines of men and women’s clothing, accessories, and shoes.

Open from Monday to Saturday, from 12 noon to 3 p.m. and 5 to 10 p.m.

Consell de Cent, 218 (A,44)

Altres Tendències A varied space dedicated to decoration, fashion, art, and personal well-being. Open from Monday to Friday, from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Muntaner, 83

Spike Urban, sports wear and accessories for men, selected brand names.

Open from Monday to Saturday from 12 noon to 9 p.m.

Hospital, 46 (C,16)

Cacao Sampaka A new concept for a store, with an original design, for the most demanding palates of chocolate and cocoa. Open Monday to Saturday, from 9 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.

Consell de Cent, 292 Ferran, 43

Testimoni Men’s underwear, from the most classic to the most daring and sexy. Open from Monday to Saturday, from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 4:30 to 8:15 p.m.

Galeries Maldà, 38-A (C,17) www.testimoni.com Tribu New trends for different, alternative men and women. Open from Monday to Thursday, from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and 4:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Avinyó, 12 (C,18) Zona Eleven Selection of leading brands of clothing for men, also underwear and swim wear.

MISCELLANEOUS SHOPS

DOM Modern, up-to-date house wares.

Open from Monday to Saturday, from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Consell de Cent, 248 Fantastik Curious products for daily use, from four continents.

Open from Monday to Saturday from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Mercè, 31 www.fantastik.es Fashion Flor Natural flowers and floral arrangements.

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Open from Monday to Saturday, from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Muntaner, 20 934513258 www.fashionflor.com Floristeria Jordi’s Plants, gifts, and flowers. Open from Monday to Friday from 10:30 a.m to 2 p.m. and 5 to 8:30 p.m. Saturday from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Diputació, 165 Provença, 61 www.grupojordis.com Habana Flors Flower arrangements and decoration.

Open from Monday to Saturday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Gran Via, 504 La Condoneria Condoms of all varieties, tastes, textures, and shapes. Open from Monday to Saturday, from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and 4:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Pl. Sant Josep Oriol, 7 www.lacondoneria.com

Arena Dandy Disco music, both old and new. A very mixed crowd. Open Fridays, Saturdays and the evenings before holidays, from 12:30 a.m. to 6 a.m.

Gran Via, 593 (B,16) www.grupoarena.com Arena Vip House music and the latest commercial hits. A very mixed crowd. Fridays, Saturdays, and the evenings before holidays, from 12:30 a.m. to 6 a.m.

Gran Via, 593 (B,17) www.grupoarena.com Dboy Two rooms with all the latest, one with the best house music, and the other quieter. Open Fridays, Saturdays and the evenings before holidays, from midnight to 6 a.m.

Rda. Sant Pere, 19-21 (B,18) www.matineegroup.com

Matinee Corner Consell de Cent, 253

Kiut A modern space, full of colour, with good house music.

Open Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday, from 11:30 p.m. to 5 a.m.

Consell de Cent, 280 (B,19) www.kiutdisco.com/xwomen

Racó Verd Flowers, natural plants, and arrangements. Open from Monday to Friday, from 10:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. and Saturday beginning at 11:30 a.m.

Diputació, 222

Martin’s Three floors, three bars, a gigantic VCR, and a large dark room. Open every day from 12:30 a.m. to 6 a.m.

Passeig de Gràcia, 130 (F,2) www.martins-disco.com

Sergio Aranda A jeweller offering exclusive pieces and watches. Open from Monday to Friday from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and 4:30 to 8 p.m.

València, 201 www.sergioaranda.com

Metro Two halls with two different settings, it is heavily visited. In the summer, it organises foam parties.

Open every day from 1 to 6 a.m.

Sepúlveda, 185 (A,55) www.metrodiscobcn.com

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Space With today’s house music.

Open Fridays, Saturdays and the evenings before holidays, from midnight to 6 a.m.

Tarragona, 141-147 (H,6) www.spacebarcelona.com

Arena A youthful crowd and house and pop rhythms. In the summer, it organises foam parties. Open every day from 12:30 a.m. to 6 a.m.

Balmes, 32 (B,14) www.grupoarena.com Arena Classic Spanish pop music and a young crowd. Open Fridays, Saturdays and the evenings before holidays, from 12:30 a.m. to 6 a.m.

Diputació, 233 (B,15) www.grupoarena.com

Tatu Dance floor and live performances, for a mature public. Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m.; Sundays it opens at 7 p.m.

Cai Celi, 7 (H,7) www.bartatu.es

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FIXED PARTIES Café Ole It evokes the clubbing spirit of Ibiza.

Sunday beginning at 7 p.m.

Tarragona, 141-147 (H,4) www.matineegroup.com El Ball del Casal The Casal Lambda organises this dance, where you can dance everything from a tango to the latest summer hit. Organised one Sunday of each month. Consult the date and the place on the website.

(C,20)

www.lambdaweb.org Gay Day Shows, gogos, performances, and a DJ. Sunday afternoons.

Tarragona, 141-147 (H,5) www.matineegroup.com Only Men’s Party Martin’s The most popular monthly party is only for men. The first Saturday of every month, from 12:30 a.m. to 6 a.m.

Passeig de Gràcia, 130 (F,3)

Devotion Gay Adiction Pacha Barcelona Guest DJ’s and shows for theme parties, on Saturdays.

Av. Dr. Marañón, 17 (D,5) Tarde Disco Dance organised by the Coordinadora Gay-Lesbiana, with message games.

Every Sunday at 7 p.m. at Sala Arena Madre.

Balmes, 32 (B,21) www.cogailes.org

BOOK SHOPS Antinous Book shop and café. It organises book presentations and talks.

Open from Monday to Friday from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 5 to 8:30 p.m. Saturday from noon to 2 p.m. and 5 to 8:30 p.m.

Josep Anselm Clavé, 6 (C,21) 933019070 www.antinouslibros.com

Cómplices Specialised LGBT book shop and publishing company. Open from Monday to Friday from 10:30 a.m. to 8 p.m., and Stupenda Saturday from noon to 8 p.m.

Aire Cervantes, 4 (C,22) Parties for women and friends the first 934127283 Thursday of every month. www.libreriacomplices.com València, 236 (A,56) www.stupenda.org Nosotr@s Books, photography, and gifts.

Nextownladys Open from Monday to Saturday, from Monthly parties for women.

10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 5 to 9 p.m. www.nextownladys.com Casanova, 56 (A,57) 934515134 La Madame www.librerianosotras.com Music, DJ, and animation.

Sundays and holiday nights.

RESTAURANTS Ronda Sant Pere, 19-21 (B,20) dDivine www.matineegroup.com Dinner drag show. International cooking. Open from Monday to Friday Lesfatales from noon to 4 p.m. From WednesKGB Monthly parties organised for women day to Saturday and evenings before holidays, from 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. on the electronic scene.

Balmes, 24 (B,22) Alegre de Dalt, 55 (F,1) 933172248 www.lesfatales.org www.ddivine.com Silk Bcn Elephant Monthly parties only for women.

Passeig dels Til·lers, 1 (D,6) www.silkbcn.spaces.live.com

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Castro Industrial decoration and Mediterranean market-based cooking.

Open from Monday to Friday from

1 to 4 p.m. and 9 p.m. to midnight Saturdays from 9 p.m. to midnight.

Casanova, 85 (A,58) 933236784 www.castrorestaurant.com El Berro Beer garden restaurant, Mediterranean cooking, with a terrace open all year round. Open from Monday to Friday, from 7 a.m. to 3 a.m., Sunday it opens at 9 a.m.

Diputació, 180 (A,59) 933236956 El Bierzo a Tope Traditional cooking specialised in grilled meats. Terrace all year round.

Open every day from 7 a.m. to midnight.

Diputació, 159 (A,60) 934537045 El Puchero de Baralantra Old-fashioned, traditional home cooking. Open every day from Monday to Thursday, from 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Fridays, Saturdays, and evenings before holidays, from 8 a.m. to 2 a.m. Sundays and holidays, from 9 a.m. to 2 a.m.

Muntaner, 103 (A,61) 934524060 www.elpucherodebaralantra.com El Trillo Andalusian tavern products. Exhibits are held there.

Open from Tuesday to Sunday from 10 p.m. to 1 a.m.

Dels Àngels, 3 (C,23) 934439317 El Oso Goloso Bar-restaurant, pizzeria with Italian specialities. Open from Monday to Friday from 8 a.m. to midnight Saturday from 7 p.m. to 2 a.m.

Diagonal, 366 (B,23) 932070738 www.elosogoloso.com

Eterna Restaurant for groups, with a drag queen show.

Consell de Cent, 127-129 (A,62) 934242526 www.restauranteterna.com Iurantia Italian cooking with a creative touch, in a quiet atmosphere. Open from Monday to Friday from 1:30 to 4 p.m. and 9 p.m. to midnight, Saturday from 9 p.m. to midnight.

Casanova, 42 (A,63) 934547887 www.iurantia.com La Bodegueta de Muntaner Decorated like a traditional wine cellar, it offers Mediterranean market cooking.

Open every day except Monday night, from 1 to 4 p.m. and 9 p.m. to midnight.

Muntaner, 64 (A,64) 934515104 La Verónica Pizzas and salads in a spot with a modern, youthful look. Open from Tuesday to Sunday from 1 p.m. to 1 a.m.

Rambla del Raval, 2-4 (C,24) 933293303 La Vianda Mediterranean market cooking in a warm atmosphere. Open from Monday to Saturday, from 8 a.m. to midnight. Kitchen open from 1 to 4 p.m. and 8:30 to 11 p.m.

Villarroel, 23 (A,65) 935081554 Little Italy Italian cooking with signature touches and live jazz in the evening.

Open every day, from 1 to 4 p.m. and 9 p.m. to midnight.

Rec, 30 (C,25) Av. Marquès de L’Argentera, 19 933197973 www.littleitaly.es 29

Out of China Careful selection of Chinese cooking specialities. Open every day except Sunday evening.

Muntaner, 100 (A,66) 934515555 www.outofchinabarcelona.com Sazzerak International cooking and drinks in an intimate setting.

Open from Monday to Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Consell de Cent, 211 (A,67) 934511138 Sensazioni Italian and fusion signature cooking.

Open from Monday to Friday all day, and Saturday evenings.

Aragó, 159 (A,68) 933239066 www.sensazioni.es Sûculus Modern decoration, international cooking, a relaxed, cosmopolitan atmosphere.

Open from Tuesday to Saturday from 1 to 4 p.m. and 9 to midnight. Sunday from 9 p.m. to midnight.

Diputació, 172 (A,69) 931623905 www.suculus.es Tafino A warm atmosphere, with international and fusion cooking.

Open from Tuesday to Sunday from 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m.

Consell de Cent, 193 (A,70) 934510481 Tallers 76 The kitchen is open all day, with mainly a young crowd.

Open from Monday to Friday, from 9 a.m. to midnight, Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to midnight.

Tallers, 76 (C,26) 933188993 Theseo A singular space, with Mediterranean and market cooking.

Open from Monday to Saturday from 1 p.m. to 1 a.m.

Comte Borrell, 119 (A,71) 934538796 Venus Delicatessen Bar and restaurant open all the time.

Open every day from noon to midnight.

Avinyó, 25 (C,27) 933011585 Xalupada A restaurant bar, it has lunch and dinner specials. Also for the first drink of the evening.

Open from 9 a.m. to 12:30 a.m., from Monday to Thursday, and until 2:30 a.m. on Friday and Saturday.

Diputació, 200 (A,72) 934519396 Zoologic Restaurant Restaurant with shows and a cocktail bar.

Open from Monday to Saturday, from 1 to 4 p.m. and 9 p.m. to 2:30 a.m.

Casanova, 30 (A,73) 934535249 www.zoologicrestaurant.com

BEAUTY CENTRES Alter Ego Modern, fashionable hairdressing salon. Open from Tuesday to Saturday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Gran Via, 551 (A,46) 934539965 www.alteregoestilistas.com Beauty Dreams Beauty Salon. Treatments.

Open from Monday to Saturday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Muntaner, 66 (A,47) 933239292 www.beautydreams.es Eduard Boldova Image advisors, hair styling, and beauty treatments. Open from Tuesday to Saturday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Casanova, 72 (A,48) 935327938 Fashion Chaning The latest hair styling and beauty treatments. Open Monday afternoon, and from Tuesday to Saturday from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Diputació, 159 (A,49) 934542410 www.fashionchaning.com Hair Club Estilistes Hair stylist with a bar, DJ, and art exhibits. A drink is included in the service. Open from Monday to Saturday, from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.

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Roger de Llúria, 55 (B,13) 934514283 www.hairclubestilistes.com La Pelu Hair stylist and beauty treatment centre with two singular establishments.

Open from Monday to Wednesday from noon to 8 p.m., Thursday and Friday from noon to 9 p.m., and Saturday from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Consell de Cent, 259 (A,51) Argenteria, 70 (C,19) www.lapelu.com Le Freak Hair styling and make-up in a colourful space. Open Monday afternoon, and from Tuesday to Saturday from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Diputació, 188 (A,52) 933236592 Powerfull Up-to-date and modern hairdressing salon. Hair stylists. Open Monday afternoon, and from Tuesday to Saturday from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Diputació, 191 (A,53) 934537972 www.powerfullcub.com Tito Perruquers Unisex hair-styling and beauty treatments. Open from Tuesday to Saturday, from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Diputació, 199 (A,54) 934538318 www.titopeluquero.com

SERVICES Itaca Charters Cruises around the Mediterranean in sailboats with a captain. It can be rented for groups. www.itacacharters.com Rent Scooter Motorcycle and bicycle rentals.

Aragó, 152 935170705 www.bcnscooter.com

I do Personalised weddings.

667461121 www.ido4love.com

ART Galería Alonso Vidal Space for the promotion and dissemination of contemporary art. Open from Tuesday to Saturday, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Fontanella, 13 soterrani www.alonsovidal.com

INSTITUTIONS Generalitat de Catalunya GLT Program Paral·lel, 52 Edifici Santa Madrona 4t 935529096 www.gencat.cat/benestar/

persones/GLT/ Office for Non-Discrimination Ferran, 32 934132000 www.bcn.cat/ond

MONUMENTS Permanent AIDS Memorial Avinguda de l’Estadi, 42-48. Montjuïc.

LGBT PRESS Barcelona - Official Tour Guide for Gays and Lesbians Free Annual Guide.

Gay Barcelona Free monthly magazine. www.gaybarcelona.net Infogay Free bi-monthly magazine of the Gay Collective of Barcelona. www.colectiugai.org Lambda Casal Lambda quarterly magazine. www.lambdaweb.org 31

Nois Free monthly magazine. www.revistanois.com

RADIO Ens entenem Radio Kanal Barcelona - 106.9 FM Saturday from 7 p.m. to 2 a.m. www.entenem.com

LGBT WEBSITES www.barcelonagay.com www.gaybarcelona.net www.revistanois.com www.touristgay.com

BEACHES La Marbella Beach Nude beach, all types of people.

Sant Sebastià Beach The gayest, next to CN Barceloneta.

TRANSPORTATION Airport El Prat de Llobregat 902404704 www.aena.es

EVENTS

Buses Barcelona Nord Station 902260606 www.barcelonanord.com

Bearcelona Meeting of Bears and admirers.

Annual, around Easter Week. www.bearcelona.org

Trains RENFE 902240202 www.renfe.es

EuroGames 2008 The LGBT sports games. From 24th to 27th of July, 2008. www.eurogames.info www.panteresgrogues.cat

AVE Station Barcelona Sants 902240202 www.renfe.es/ave

Circuit Festival Annual international festival for gays and lesbians.

Annual - August www.circuitfestival.net International Gay and Lesbian Film Festival of Barcelona The month of October.

LGBT Pride, 28th of June International day for Gay, Lesbian, and Transsexual Freedom. Gay Pride. www.28juny.org Dance for Solidarity with HIV + Gays Annual - November Mostra Lambda International Gay and Lesbian Film Festival.

Annual - July www.cinemalambda.com Loveball European Gay and Lesbian Festival.

Annual - August www.loveball.info Gay & Lesbian Circus Show created in Barcelona.

25, 26 and 27th of July, 2008 www.gaycircus.net Barcelona’s LGBT Carnival Sala Apolo Annual January - February

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FGC Ferrocarrils Generalitat de Catalunya 932051515 www.fgc.cat Port Port of Barcelona 902222858 www.apb.es

GENERAL INFORMATION WEBSITES www.bcn.es www.barcelonaturisme.com www.barcelonahotels.es

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RESTAURANTS WITH MICHELIN STARS Restaurant Àbac (**) Rec, 79 933196600 Restaurant Alkímia (*) Indústria, 70 932076115 Restaurant Drolma (*) Pg. de Gràcia, 68 (Hotel Majestic) 934967710 Restaurant El Racó d’en Freixa (*) Sant Elies, 22 932097559 Restaurant Gaig (*) Aragó, 216 (Hotel Cranc) 934297559

Restaurant Lluçanès (*) Pça de la Font s/n (mercat Barceloneta) 932242525 Restaurant Via Veneto (*) Ganduxer, 10 932007244 Restaurant Neichel (*) Beltran Rozpidek, 16 932038408 Restaurant Hofmann (*) Argenteria, 74 933195889 Restaurant Caelis (*) Gran Via Corts Catalanes, 668 (Hotel Palace) 935101130 Restaurant Moo (*) Rosselló, 265 (Hotel Omm) 934454000 Restaurant Lasarte (*) Mallorca, 259 (Hotel Comtes de Barcelona) 934453242 Restaurant Comerç 24 (*) Comerç, 24 933192102

BADALONA ASSOCIATIONS AGIL Gay and Lesbian Association of Badalona Coll i Pujol, 172 baixos 696743524 http://es.geocites.com/

agil-badalona/index.htm

BEACHES La Mora Beach (Chernobyl) Nude beach, next to the port.

L’HOSPITALET DE LLOBREGAT HOTELS AC Som *** Urban hotel inaugurated in 2001, and with every comfort.

Calle Arquitectura, 1 934458200 www.ac-hotels.com

ASSOCIATIONS GL-L’H Gays and Lesbians of L’Hospitalet Llevant, 17 934219310

RESTAURANTS WITH MICHELIN STARS Restaurant Evo (*) Gran Via de Bellvitge, 144 (Hotel Hespèria) 934135030

VILADECANS DISCOTHEQUES Souvenir Saturday, Sunday and holidays in the morning. The session begins at 6:30 a.m.

Noi del Sucre, 75 www.matineegroup.com

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HOSTELS Junior ** 10 Avinguda Sarrià, 9 Absolut Centro 11 Casanova, 72 Barcelona Rooms 12 Comte d’Urgell, 63

BARS - CAFÉS Dacksy CocKtail Bar 16 Consell de Cent, 247 G Café 21 Muntaner, 24 La Chapelle 23 Muntaner, 67 Mandarina 24 Diputació, 157 Punto BCN 28 Muntaner, 63 Sky Bar 29 Aribau, 33 Zancanalla 32 Diputació, 206

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People Lounge 27 Villarroel, 71 Strass 30 Consell de Cent, 245 bis Sweet 31 Casanova, 75 Zeltas 33 Casanova, 75

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BARS FOR WOMEN Dejavú 17 Aribau, 81

BARS FOR MEN Bacon Bear Bar 15 Casanova, 64 Fetish Men (Quizás) 20 Diputació, 161 La Base 22 Casanova, 201 Market-The Woofy Bar 25 Entença, 37

FASHION SHOPS American Men 34 Consell de Cent, 241 By 35 Muntaner, 22 Celestino Muñoz 36 Gran Via, 588 DGM 37 Casanova, 74 E-male 38 Consell de Cent, 236 ES4U 39 Casanova, 56 M69 40 Muntaner, 69 Men by Men 41 Casanova, 63 Next Level 42 Diputació, 189 Ritual 43 Muntaner, 58 Soho Shop 44 Consell de Cent, 218 Zona Eleven 45 Muntaner, 61

DISCOTHEQUES Metro 55 Sepúlveda, 185

FIXED PARTIES Stupenda 56 València, 236

Nosotr@s 57 Casanova, 56

Castro 58 Casanova, 85 El Berro 59 Diputació, 180 El Bierzo a Tope 60 Diputació, 159 El Puchero de Baralantra 61 Muntaner, 103 Eterna 62 Consell de Cent, 127- 129 Iurantia 63 Casanova, 42 23 La Bodegueta de Muntaner 64 Muntaner, 64 23 La Vianda 65 Villaroel, 23 23 Out of China 66 Muntaner, 100 Sazzerak 67 Consell de Cent, 211 Sensazioni 68 Aragó, 159 Sûculus 69 Diputació, 172 Tafino 70 Consell de Cent, 193 Theseo 71 Comte Borrell, 119 Xalupada 72 Diputació, 200 Zoologic Restaurant 73 Casanova, 30

BEAUTY SALONS Alter Ego 46 Gran Via, 551 Beauty Dreams 47 Muntaner, 66 Eduard Boldova 48 Casanova, 72 Fashion Chaning 49 Diputació, 159 Hair Club Estilistes 50 Muntaner, 22 La Pelu 51 Consell de Cent, 259 Le Freak 52 Diputació, 188 Powerfull 53 Diputació, 191 Tito Perruquers 54 Diputació, 199

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Majestic ***** 2 Passeig de Gràcia, 68

Bear Factory 10 Passatge Domingo, 3

AC Diplomatic **** 3 Pau Claris, 122

New Chaps 11 Diagonal, 365

Murmuri **** 4 Rambla Catalunya, 104

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Arena 14 Balmes, 32

Barcelona City Centre 5 Balmes, 60 entresòl

Arena Classic 15 Diputació, 233

Barcelona City Urquinaona 6 Bailèn, 13 pral. 1r

Arena Dandy 16 Gran Via, 593

Hostal Agua Alegre 7 Roger de Llúria, 47

Arena Vip 17 Gran Via, 593

Hostal Que Tal 8 Mallorca, 290

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Kiut 19 Consell de Cent, 280

TRAVEL AGENCIES Arrels Viatges 24 Avinguda Diagonal, 305

FIXED PARTIES La Madame 20 Ronda de Sant Pere, 19-21

ALSO SHOW AS HERITAGE TO BE VISITED:

Tarde Disco 21 Balmes, 32

La Pedrera, World Heritage

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Casa Batlló, World Heritage

dDivine 22 Balmes, 24

Sagrada Família, World Heritage

El Oso Goloso 23 Diagonal, 366

BEAUTY SALONS Hair Club Estilistes 13 Roger de Llúria, 55

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BARS - CAFÉS Burdel 74 7 Carme, 74 La Bata de Boatiné 8 Robadors, 23

BEAUTY SALONS La Pelu 19 Argenteria, 70

FIXED PARTIES El Ball del Casal 20 Verdaguer i Callís, 10 www.lambdaweb.org

BOOK SHOPS Antinous 21 Josep Anselm Clavé, 6 Cómplices 22 Cervantes, 4

RESTAURANTS El Trillo 23 Dels Àngels, 3 La Verónica 24 Rambla del Raval, 2-4 Little Italy 25 Rec, 30

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Angel Gimeno 9 Avinyó, 25

Venus Delicatesen 27 Avinyó, 25

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Ambien Travel 28 Rec Comtal, 2

BEACHES Platja de Sant Sebastià

ALSO SHOW AS HERITAGE TO BE VISITED: Catedral Palau de la Música, World Heritage Liceu Rambla Museu Picasso Santa Maria del Mar Barri del Born Barri Gòtic

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BARS FOR MEN Berlin Dark 3 Passatge Prunera, 18

FIXED PARTIES Café Ole 4 Tarragona, 141-147 Gay Day 5 Tarragona, 141-147

ALSO SHOW AS HERITAGE TO BE VISITED: Permanent AIDS Memorial Avinguda de l’Estadi, 42-48. Montjuïc.

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Located on the coast between Barcelona and Costa Brava, the Maresme smoothly combines the wealth of an internationally recognised tourist area full of activity year round with the quiet of the mountains. A clearly Mediterranean landscape, and a world full of possibilities: nautical and sports facilities, recognised agricultural products, traditions, and flower growing.

The presence of Modernism in towns like Canet or El Masnou helps to create a highly varied historic centre.

This area, though, does not have specific LGBT services, given its proximity to the capital of Catalonia.

lona - Maresme SANT ANDREU DE LLAVANERES ASSOCIATIONS Casal Lambda Maresme Llavaneres Cultural Centre Avinguda Catalunya, 56 www.lambdaweb.org

CALELLA TRAVEL AGENCIES Blau Marí Travel Services Spain It offers all sorts of tourist services for individual clients and groups.

Open from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Sant Josep, 74 937665990 www.blaumaritravel.com

MALGRAT DE MAR HOTELS Lunas Hotels **** 3 and 4-star hotels, 5 pools, and large garden areas.

Avinguda Cristòfol Colón, 14 937690300 www.hotenco.com

SANT POL DE MAR OFFICE OF TOURISM Plaça de la Vila, 1 937604547 www.santpol.org

RESTAURANTS Restaurant La Casa With charm and character, to enjoy fresh, quality products. Close to the gay beach. Open all year.

Riera, 13 937602373 www.restaurantlacasa.com

BEACHES La Murtra Beach Nudist beach.

N-II, km 662,4

And, also outstanding...

SPORTS PORTS C.N. Arenys de Mar Sport and fishing port where almost the entire fishing fleet of the Maresme is located. The sporting port was founded in 1952 and offers a wide range of gastronomic possibilities.

937921600 www.cnarenys.com

GOLF Maresme Golf Club Riera, 147 Premià de Dalt 937522908 www.maresmegolfclub.com

TRANSPORTATION Trains RENFE 902240202 www.renfe.es

INFORMATIONAL WEBSITES www.costadebarcelona

-maresme.com www.costamaresme.com

RESTAURANTS WITH MICHELIN STARS Sant Pau (***) Sant Pol de Mar 937600662 Restaurant L’Esguard (*) Sant Andreu de Llavaneres 937927767 Hispània (*) Arenys de Mar - 937910306 49

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The Costa de Garraf, varied and imposing, with cliffs and small coves at the foot of them, with 25 km of golden sand beaches and tranquil waters, is the county’s undeniable attraction, which also has the Natural Parks of Garraf, Olèrdola and Foix.

Inland is the wine-growing area of the Alt Penedès, one of the most important in Catalonia.

e Garraf Sitges, a pioneering town for tourism in Catalonia, was also the first to have an entertainment spot aimed at the LGBT community, inaugurated in 1979. Following this tradition, it was the first Catalan town to raise a monument against homophobia, in 2006.

It continues to be one of the preferred destinations for many tourists, who find it has everything to offer. Both in the summer and at carnival time, this coastal village is a real international LGBT capital. Sitges upholds the tradition of an old coastal village, but adapted to the current times. Very close to Barcelona -half an hour away by train- it has interesting Modernist architecture and a very well-preserved historical centre.

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SITGES TOURISM OFFICES Sitges Office of Tourism Sínia Morera, 1 938945004 - 938944251 www.sitgestour.com www.sitges.org

LODGING HOTELS Hotel de la Renaixença A charming and pleasant hotel with character, in the centre of the village.

Illa de Cuba, 13 (1) 938948375 www.hotelromantic.com Hotel Romàntic Installed in nineteenth-century villas and full of period details.

Sant Isidre, 33 (2) 938948375 www.hotelromantic.com Liberty A relaxed and informal atmosphere in one of the country’s first LGBT hotels.

Illa de Cuba, 45 (3) 938110872 www.libertyhotelsitges.com Los Globos Near the beach and a residential area that is quiet and welcoming.

Av. Nostra Sra. de Montserrat, 43 (4) 938949374 www.hotellosglobos.com

BARS - CAFÉS Parrots Pub & Terrace Two terraces, on both sides of the square, facing Carrer del Pecat (“Sin Street”).

Plaça Indústria, 2 - 3 (20) www.parrotspub.com

MUSICAL BARS Azul A small, fun spot with a daily happy hour. Open every day from 10 p.m. to 3 a.m. Year-round.

Sant Bonaventura, 10 (6) B. Side Pleasant spot distributed on two floors. Open every day from 10 p.m. to 3 a.m. Year-round.

Sant Gaudenci, 7 (7) Bourbon’s Very popular, one of the first gay bars, it is always lively.

Open every day from 10 p.m. to 3 a.m. From March to October.

Sant Bonaventura, 13 (9) www.bourbonsbar.com El Candil Two bars, dance floor, DJ, and a nice atmosphere. It organises parties all summer long. Open every day from 10 p.m. to 3 a.m. For carnival and from May to October.

Carreta, 9 (11)

Parrots Hotel Inside the village, in the gay area, and very close to the beach.

Joan Tarrida, 16 (5) 938941350 www.parrotshotel.com

El Comodín Drag bar with shows and a fun atmosphere. Open every day from 10 p.m. to 3 a.m. From March to October.

In the winter, only weekends.

Tacó, 4 (12)

ASSOCIATIONS

El Horno A classic, it has a happy hour that is very popular every afternoon.

Open every day from 5:30 p.m. to 3:30 a.m. Year-round.

Joan Tarrida, 6 (13)

Bear’s Club Sitges Club for Bears, Overweight, Mature and Admirers in Sitges. www.bearssitgesclub.org

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El Piano A spot with a relaxed, intimate atmosphere, where the best music is playing. Open every day from 10 p.m. to 3 a.m. From March to October.

Sant Bonaventura, 1 (14)

Mediterráneo The biggest. It has a dance floor, DJ, two terraces, and a billiard table. A lively spot. Open every day from 10 p.m. to 3:30 a.m. For carnival and from May to October.

Sant Bonaventura, 6 (18)

La Locacola Small and quiet, it is a good place to have a drink and listen to quiet music.

Open every day from 7 p.m. to 3 a.m.

Year-round.

Bonaire, 35 (15) www.lalocacola.com

Orek’s Always lively, with music from the 80’s and 90’s, and a dance floor.

Open every day from 10:30 p.m. to 3:30 a.m. Year-round.

Bonaire, 13 (19)

Maripili Its terrace is a hot place to meet during the summer. Open every day from 7 p.m. to 2 a.m. Year-round.

Joan Tarrida, 14 (17)

Prinz Club atmosphere with a small place for shows. Open every day from 10 p.m. to 3 a.m. From March to October.

Nou, 4 (22)

Sitges was the first city in the country to have an entertainment establishment aimed at the LGBT community.

Privilege Modern disco-bar with dance and house music.

Open every day from 11 p.m. to 3 a.m. Year-round.

Bonaire, 24 (23) Perfil Attractive and quiet, it has a pleasant atmosphere and faithful clientele.

Open every day from 10 p.m. to 3 a.m. From March to October.

Espalter, 7 (21) Seven International atmosphere, always very lively and fun. Open every day from 10 p.m. to 3 a.m. Year-round.

Nou, 7 (24) www.barseven.com XXL Industrial decoration, two floors, and a lot of atmosphere.

Open every day from 10 p.m. to 3:30 a.m. In the winter, only weekends.

Joan Tarrida, 7 (25)

BARS PER A HOMES Bear’s Bar Dark and very lively, it organises parties during the summer.

Open every day from 10 p.m. to 3:30 a.m. In the winter, it only opens

Fridays and Saturdays.

Bonaire, 17 (8) www.bearsbarsitges.com Casablanca Welcoming and relaxed cocktail bar for bears and mature clientele.

Open every day from 10 p.m. to 3 a.m. Year-round.

Pau Barrabeig, 5 (10) www.casablancabears.com Man Bar The hardest, it organises theme parties every week.

Open every day from 10 p.m. to 3:30 a.m. From March to October.

Sant Bonaventura, 19 (16)

FASHION SHOPS Alberto Leading brand-name shoes and accessories.

Open every day from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 5:30 to 9 p.m.

Joan Tarrida, 1 (26) Boy Zone Youthful clothes for free-spirited people.

Open every day from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 5:30 to 9 p.m.

Sant Bonaventura, 18 (27)

Costa de Garraf Dive For modern men with style, a classic.

Open every day from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 5:30 to 9 p.m.

Sant Gaudenci, 12 (29) Dive+ The best brands for men, in current styles.

Open every day from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 5:30 to 9 p.m.

Sant Francesc, 36 (32) Dive Beach Swim wear and intimate apparel for men. Open every day from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 5:30 to 9 p.m.

Sant Francesc, 33 (30) Dive outlet Dive fashion at the lowest price, everything is on sale.

Open every day from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 5:30 to 9 p.m.

Joan Tarrida, 3 (31) ES4U Swim wear and intimate apparel from the Catalan brand ES. Open every day from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 5:30 to 9 p.m.

Sant Pere, 5 (33) Jazz Boutique Selection of sports clothes, street wear, and evening apparel.

Open every day from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 5:30 to 9 p.m.

Bonaire, 20 (34)

Ovlas In a unique space, exclusive clothes from this gay firm.

Open every day from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 5 to 9 p.m.

Sant Francesc, 22 (37) www.ovlas.com Testimoni Intimate apparel and swimwear that is more than sexy. Open every day from 10:30 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Sant Josep, 6 (38) www.testimoni.com

MISCELLANEOUS SHOPS DescanShop Mattresses, personalised sofas, and everything for resting.

Open from Tuesday to Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 5 to 9 p.m.

Drets Humans, 13-15 nau 3. Polígon comercial Mas Albà (28) www.descanshop.com Origen Sitges Glass, ceramics, gourmet products and gifts with class.

Open every day from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 4 to 10 p.m.

Sant Pere, 5 (36)

DISCOTHEQUES

L’Atlàntida In the summer, Tuesdays are Gay Beach Party and Wednesdays are Matinee Group in this emblematic open-air discotheque.

Open from 1 to 6 a.m.

Les Garçons Les Coves Beach (39) Select brands for men, in a space with www.clubatlantida.com a lot of style.

Gaudenci, 12 (35)

Organic A youthful, easygoing atmosphere in a space where you can hear everything from Spanish pop to house rhythms.

Open every day from 2:30 to 6 a.m. In the winter, only weekends.

Bonaire, 15 (40) www.theorganicclub.com Trailer The country’s first gay disco, and it is still popular, with weekly parties like the foam one. Open every day from 1 to 6 a.m. In the winter, only weekends. Àngel Vidal, 36 (41)

RESTAURANTS Alma International and Catalan cooking in a family establishment. Open every day from March to October.

Tacó, 16 (42) 938946387 Beach House Asian and Mediterranean cooking, also cocktails. Open every day from March to October.

Sant Pau, 34 (43) 938949029 www.beachhousesitges.com Cine Café International and American cooking, with the film world as its theme.

Open every day from 10 a.m. to 12 midnight, except Tuesday.

Jesús, 55 (44) El Jardín International cooking in a charming space with a garden. Open every day from March to October.

Bonaire, 26 (45) 938948036 El Trull Catalan and International cooking in a classic, elegant space.

Pge. M. Fèlix Clara, 3 (46) 938944705 Ma Maison French and Mediterranean cooking in a relaxed atmosphere.

Open every day from March to October.

Bonaire, 28 (47) 938946054 La Torka French cooking in intimate surroundings.

Sant Pere, 26 (48) 938941483 Monroes Creative international cooking, welcoming and with shows.

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Sant Pau, 36 (49) 938941612 www.monroes-sitges.com Parrots Restaurant International cooking in an informal and colourful setting.

Open every day beginning at 8 p.m.

Joan Tarrida, 18 (50) 938111219 www.parrotsrestaurant.com

MONUMENTS Sitges against homophobia.

“Mai Més” (“Never Again”), 5th of October, 1996-2006.

Between the beaches of Bassa Rodona and l’Estanyol, at the fourth breakwater.

EVENTS Sitges - International Film Festival of Catalonia Annual. Early October. www.cinemasitges.com Carnival Annual. The Tuesday of carnival is gay day. February.

International Meeting of Bears Annual. The weekend of the 1st of May. www.bearssitgesclub.org

BEACHES La Bassa Rodona Beach In the centre of the village.

Balmins Beach Nudist and mainly gay.

L’Home Mort Beach Nudist and gay.

PUBLICATIONS AND WEBSITES

TRANSPORTATION

Gay map of Sitges It is found everywhere. It is published by gay business people themselves.

Trains RENFE 902240202 www.renfe.es

www.gaysitges.com LGBT Information.

CASTELLDEFELS

www.gaysitgesguide.com LGBT Information in English.

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GOLF Terramar Golf Club Camí de la Carrelada, s/n 938940580 www.golfterramar.com

SPORTS PORTS Aiguadolç www.portdesitges.com

MUSEUMS Cau Ferrat Museum Study of the painter and writer Santiago Rusiñol.

Fonollar, s/n Can Llopis Romantic Museum A perfectly preserved 19th-century house.

Sant Gaudenci, s/n Maricel Museum Art collections from the Romanesque to the 19th century, and a gallery.

Fonollar, s/n Church of Sant Bartomeu and Santa Tecla Built in the 17th century, in 1962 it was declared a Historical-Artistic Monument.

EVENTS Sub-headquarters of the International Gay and Lesbian Film Festival of Barcelona.

GAVÀ LODGING HOTELS AC Gavà Mar **** Newly-built, it faces the beach and has a large garden measuring 8,000 square metres.

Tellinaires, 35 936451510 www.ac-hotels.com

VILANOVA I LA GELTRÚ ASSOCIATIONS AMPGIL Parents Association of Gays and Lesbians.

La Collada Civic Centre Turbina, 19 www.ampgil.org

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BARS - CAFÉS Parrots Pub & Terrace 20 Pl. Indústria, 2 - 3

MUSICAL BARS Azul 6 Sant Bonaventura, 10 B. Side 7 Sant Gaudenci, 7 Bourbon’s 9 Sant Bonaventura, 13 El Candil 11 Carreta, 9 El Comodín 12 Tacó, 4 El Horno 13 Joan Tarrida, 6 El Piano 14 Sant Bonaventura, 1 La Locacola 15 Bonaire, 35 Maripili 17 Joan Tarrida, 14 Mediterráneo 18 Sant Bonaventura, 6 Orek’s 19 Bonaire, 13 Prinz 22 Nou, 4 Privilege 23 Bonaire, 24 Perfil 21 Espalter, 7 Seven 24 Nou, 7 XXL 25 Joan Tarrida, 7

BARS FOR MEN Bear’s Bar 8 Bonaire, 17

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La Torka 48 Sant Pere, 26

Man Bar 16 Sant Bonaventura, 19

Monroes 49 Sant Pau, 36

FASHION SHOPS

Parrots Restaurant 50 Joan Tarrida, 18

Alberto 26 Joan Tarrida, 1

MONUMENTS

Boy Zone 27 Sant Bonaventura, 18

Sitges Against Homophobia.

Dive 29 Sant Gaudenci, 12

Between the beaches of Bassa Rodona and l’Estanyol, at the fourth breakwater.

Dive Beach 30 Sant Francesc, 33

BEACHES

Dive outlet 31 Joan Tarrida, 3 Dive+ 32 Sant Francesc, 36 ES4U 33 Sant Pere, 5 Jazz Boutique 34 Bonaire, 20 Les Garçons 35 Gaudenci, 12 Ovlas 37 Sant Francesc, 22

La Bassa Rodona Beach Balmins Beach L’home Mort Beach (Dead Man’s Beach)

GOLF Club de golf Terramar Camí de la Carrelada, s/n

SPORTS PORTS Aiguadolç

Testimoni 38 Sant Josep, 6

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Cau Ferrat Museum Fonollar, s/n

DescanShop 28 Drets Humans, 13-15 nau 3.

Polígon comercial Mas Albà Origen Sitges 36 Sant Pere, 5

DISCOTHEQUES L’Atlàntida 39 Les Coves Beach Organic 40 Bonaire, 15 Trailer 41 Àngel Vidal, 36

RESTAURANTS Alma 42 Tacó, 16 Beach House 43 Sant Pau, 34 Cine Café 44 Jesús, 55 El Jardín 45 Bonaire, 26 El Trull 46 Pge. M. Fèlix Clara, 3 Ma Maison 47 Bonaire, 28

Can Llopis Romantic Museum Sant Gaudenci, s/n Maricel Museum Fonollar, s/n Church of Saint Bartholomew and Saint Tecla

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HOSTALETS DE BALENYÀ

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MUSICAL BARS

Actua Vallès Struggle against HIV/AIDS Passeig Gaudí, 31 937271900 www.actuava.org

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Zona H Two floors and two different settings: a discotheque on the ground floor, and a quieter space upstairs. Open every day from 6 p.m. to 4:30 a.m., Saturday Som Com Som from midnight to 4:30 a.m.

Group for Sexual Freedom of the Vallès Comte de Reus, 2 somcomsomvalles@yahoogroups.com

CERDANYOLA DEL VALLÈS ASSOCIATIONS JALGC Student Building of the Autonomous University of Barcelona.

935812559 (Friday afternoon) http://tau.uab.es/associacions/jalg

MANRESA TOURISM OFFICES Municipal Information Office of Manresa Via de Sant Ignasi, 40 938784090 www.ajmanresa.org

BARS - CAFÉS El bohemia Drinks and meals, in a warm space with unique decoration.

Open from Monday to Saturday from noon to 2 a.m.

Talamanca, 4 938725459

MARTORELLES

MUSICAL BARS Etc, etc The first in the area, it is very crowded, and organises weekly parties. Open every day from 10 p.m. to 2:30 a.m.

Marià Aguiló, 22 www.gayetcetc.com

TARADELL RESTAURANTS El teu ambient A café and restaurant, it also organises talks and activities.

Open from Tuesday to Sunday from 8 a.m. to midnight Carretera de Balenyà, 29 938801250

TERRASSA TOURISM OFFICES Terrassa Office of Tourism Raval de Montserrat, 14 937397019 www.terrassa.org/turisme

BEAUTY SALONS

ASSOCIATIONS

The Color’s Perruquers Unisex hair-styling and beauty salon.

Open from Tuesday to Saturday from 9 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Av. Piera, 100 935701999 www.thecolors-perruquers.com

Dona més dona A group for the naturalisation of sexual diversity.

Galileu, 115 697988758 http://donamesdona.terrassa.net

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Actua Vallès Struggle against HIV/AIDS Menéndez Pelayo, 65 937271900 www.actuava.org

EVENTS International Gay and Lesbian Film Festival of Barcelona Sub-headquarters. October.

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GOLF Caldes International Golf Course 9+3 holes, in attractive natural surroundings.

Camí antic de Caldes a Santa Eulàlia, s/n - Caldes de Montbui 938626265 www.golfcaldes.com Royal Golf Club El Prat- El Vallès Golf Terrassa 46 holes and 9 courses, a varied, exciting field.

Plans de Bonvilar, 17 - Terrassa 937281000 www.rcgep.com

NATURE Montserrat Mountain Natural Park A natural park that is one of a kind, with an important museum and the Sanctuary of the Patron Saint of Catalonia.

To arrive: Cog train 902312020 www.cremallerademontserrat.com Montserrat Office of Tourism Plaça de la Creu, s/n 938777777 www.montserratvisita.com www.abadiademontserrat.net

TRANSPORTATION Airport Sabadell 937101952 www.aeroclub.es

Buses Manresa bus station 938746666 Sabadell bus station 937279292 Terrassa bus station 937331112 Vic bus station 938891917 Trains FGC Ferrocarrils Generalitat de Catalunya 932051515 www.fgc.cat RENFE 902240202 www.renfe.es

RESTAURANTS WITH MICHELIN STARS El Racó de Can Fabes (***) Sant Celoni 938672851 Can Jubany (*) Calldetenes 938891023 Sala (*) Olost 938880106 L’Estany Clar (*) Cercs 938229879 El Cingle (*) Vacarisses 938539125 Els Casals (*) Sagàs 938251200

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The city of Girona, with a unique historical centre and one of the best-preserved Jewish quarters in the country, completes a wide-ranging, varied proposal offering culture, nature, and entertainment.

The existence of thermal baths in the counties of Girona has been well known since Roman times, and various entertainment and thermal centres have been added in recent years.

But the area is best known for its beaches, which are normally surrounded by greenery and have transparent waters. Over 30% of the Girona surface area is protected because of its special natural features.

Brava Its great artistic wealth also stands out, with museums like the DalĂ­ Museum, in Figueres, the Archaeological Museum at the ruins in EmpĂşries, or Ullastret, where you can visit an Iberian village. Besides the over 40 music festivals that take place in the counties of Girona, mainly in the summer.

And a really spectacular gastronomic offer, with Ferran AdriĂ at its head.

The tourist tradition of the Costa Brava has led it to have all sorts of LGBT and gay-friendly services around the area, concentrated mainly around Figueres and Lloret de Mar. Around this area you will also find discotheques installed in former country homes, or small idyllic hotels.

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GIRONA OFFICES OF TOURISM Office of Tourism Open from Monday to Friday from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 4 to 8 p.m. Sundays and holidays, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Rambla de la Llibertat, 1 972226575 http://www.ajuntament.gi/turisme

LODGING HOTELS AC Palau de Bellavista ***** Newly-built, it has magnificent views and is close to the old quarter.

Pujada Polvorins, 1 972080670 www.ac-hotels.com Hotel Carlemany **** Warm, elegant, and welcoming, in the city centre.

Plaça Miquel Santaló, s/n 972211212 www.carlemany.es Apartaments Hap-Dreams In the old quarter, charming rental apartments.

Portal Nou, 26-28 972207913 www.hap-dreams.com

ASSOCIATIONS FAGC Girona P.O. Box 681 17080 - Girona www.fagc.org Grup de Lesbianes de Girona From 8 to 10 p.m.

P.O. Box 681 645579367 www.glg.cat E-Krea Education, inclusion, and leisure.

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BARS - CAFÉS La Llibreria Book and coffee shop, exhibits, and a space with Internet. Open every day from 9 a.m. to midnight.

Ciutadans,15 972204818 Beri Dishes, tapas, and coffees, with a family style. Open every day from 7:30 a.m. to 10:30 p.m.

La Salle, 5

MUSICAL BARS Zona B Drinks and a nice atmosphere in a place without labels. Open every day from 10 p.m. to 3:30 a.m.

Joan Baptista La Salle, 6

SHOPS Bestiari Homemade products and comics.

Open from Tuesday to Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 5 to 8:30 p.m.

In the summer, it also opens Monday afternoons.

Carreras i Peralta, 2 www.bestiarigirona.blogspot.com La Condoneria Condoms, joke items, and gifts.

Open Monday afternoon to Saturday, from 10:30 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. and 4:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Ballesteries, 34 La Salle, 9

RESTAURANTS Chaplin Home-cooked breakfasts and lunches.

Open from Monday to Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Ronda Sant Antoni Maria Claret, 3 (shopping centre) 972223478

Costa Brava

Figueras and Lloret de Mar offer the greatest number of LGBT and gay-friendly services in the Costa Brava area.

LLORET DE MAR OFFICES OF TOURISM Central Tourism Office Open from Monday to Saturday, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 4 to 7 p.m.

From June to September, from Monday to Saturday, from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Av. de les Alegries, 3 972365788 http://ca.lloretdemar.org

LODGING Hotel Augusta Club **** Totally remodelled, and with a nice atmosphere and quality service.

Mestres, 6 (1) 972363157 www.hotenco.com Hotel Excelsior *** Facing the sea, it has a spa centre.

Passeig Verdaguer, 16 (2) 972364137 www.excelsiorhotellloret.com Hotel Mundial Club*** Located in the centre of Lloret Mar, with a pleasant atmosphere.

Vicens Bou, 15 (3) 972364350 www.hotenco.com Hotel Selvamar *** In the centre of the village, it also offers apartments.

Av. Doctor Fleming, 3 (4) 972363311 www.hotelselvamar.com

MUSICAL BARS David A gay classic, it also offers exhibits.

Open every day from 10 p.m. to 3:30 a.m.

Migdia, 53 (5)

La Bubu Disco-bar with a dance floor, a real pioneer in the area.

Open every day from 11 p.m. to 3 a.m. In the winter, closed on Tuesdays.

Areny, 33 (6) www.la-bubu.com You’re Unbelievable House music and a youthful atmosphere, in a small, lively space. Open every day from 10 p.m. to 3:30 a.m.

Migdia, 44 (7)

DISCOTHEQUES Arena Costa Brava The coolest Arena Group hall.

Open every day from midnight to 5:30 a.m. (in the summer).

Pg. B. Camprodon i Arrieta, 36 (8) www.grupoarena.com

BEACHES La Boadella Beach

MAÇANET DE LA SELVA LODGING Can Crespo Catalan country estate with a Hotel Restaurant in natural surroundings. It has a sauna, relaxation and massage rooms.

Urb. Mont Barbat. - Sant Joan, 32 972867133 www.can-crespo.com

AVINYONET DE PUIGVENTÓS LODGING Hotel Mas Pau **** Close to Figueres, with style, and right in the middle of the country.

Road from Figueres to Besalú, km 3,5 972546154 info@maspau.com http://www.maspau.com/ 67

CABANELLES LODGING Els Lledoners de l’Empordà A welcoming country estate and an independent studio for renting.

Els Lledoners, s/n 650430798 www.elslledoners.com

CANTALLOPS LODGING Can Xiquet Surrounded by nature, with a view of the Empordà plain and the sea.

Afores, s/n 972554455 www.canxiquet.com

CASTELL D’ARO LODGING Mas Sicars A family hotel set up in a former country estate, 5 minutes from the beach.

Av. de la Platja, 21 972828114 www.massicars.com

RESTAURANTS Mas Sicars Specialised in traditional Basque cooking. Open every day (beginning at Sant Joan).

Av. de la Platja, 21 972828114 www.massicars.com

CASTELLÓ D’ EMPÚRIES Parc Natural dels Aiguamolls de l’Empordà Information: El Cortalet Road from Sant Pere Pescador to Castelló d’Empúries 972454222 www.parcsdecatalunya.net

LODGING Hotel de la Moneda **** A renovated 17th-century mansion right in the middle of the Jewish quarter.

Plaça de la Moneda, 8-10 972158602 www.hoteldelamoneda.com

Throughout this area, you will find discotheques set up in old country homes, or small charming hotels.

Costa Brava

EMPURIABRAVA

Castelló d’Empúries Marina Empuriabrava Slips for boats up to 26 metres long, and all sorts of services.

Edifici Club Nàutic, s/n 972451239 www.marinaempuriabrava.com Sky Dive Empuriabrava Parachuting, airplane rides, courses.

Sector Aeroclub, s/n 972450111 www.skydiveempuriabrava.com

LODGING Hotel Port Salins **** Located next to the canals, it is modern, intimate, and elegant.

Av. Fages de Climent, 10-15 902454700 www.hotelportsalins.com La Lutine Boat, a floating hotel.

Amarrador, 42 690348517 www.lalutine.es

MUSICAL BARS Different Pub Right in the middle of the entertainment area, it offers drinks and a pleasant atmosphere. Open every day from 9:30 p.m. to 3 a.m.

Los Arcos shopping centre.

Moxó, 50

CELRÀ BARS - CAFÉS La Fàbrica Civic Centre Bar and restaurant in the evenings.

Concerts and activities organised here. Open every day from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 5 p.m. to midnight Fridays and Saturdays until 2 a.m. www.lafabrica.celra.cat

CORÇÀ MUSICAL BARS La Boîte de la Magrana A large country estate made into a disco-bar; DJ sessions. Open Friday and Saturday from 11 p.m. to 4 a.m.

Ctra. de Bisbal a Figueres, 1

FONTCLARA LODGING Prado Rebelde The first country estate and hotel for gays, lesbians and friends.

Ponent, 8 972635037 www.pradorebelde.com

FONTETA RESTAURANTS La Magrana Catalan and market cooking in an elegant atmosphere.

Open Thursday, Friday, and Saturday evenings, and Saturdays and Sundays at midday. In the summer, open every evening.

Plaça Catalunya, s/n 972645281

FIGUERES Dalí Theatre-Museum Plaça Gala i Salvador Dalí, 5 972677500 www.salvador-dali.org Office of Tourism Plaça del Sol, s/n 972503155 972673166 www.figueresciutat.com

GARRIGUELLA DISCOTHEQUES Garri Blues Party hall with concerts, theatre and exhibits.

Plaça de Noves, 6 670880072 garriblues@hotmail.com www.garriblues.com

L’ESCALA Greek and Roman ruins at Empúries.

Archaeology Museum of Catalonia (L’Escala / Sant Martí d’Empúries) 972770208 www.mac.es

ART GALLERIES Arts Sebastián Moreno Works by young artists from all over the world. Also commissions for portraits, mosaics...

Open from Tuesday to Sunday, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 4 to 9 p.m.

Carrer del Mar, 19 972771578 www.sebastianmoreno.com 69

SHOPS Erotic Kundalini Erotic clothes and toys, gifts.

Open every day from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 5 p.m. to 2 a.m.

Pg. Marítim. ed. Albatros 972775535

LA VALL D’EN BAS LODGING El Rourell Rural retreat centre with a large capacity.

972690179 www.elrourell.com El Mas Vell An old stone cabin made into a rural tourism house.

650430798 www.elrourell.com/masvell

MADREMANYA LODGING El Racó de Madremanya Charming hotel located in an 18thcentury stone country home.

Processó, 1 972490649 www.turismoruralgirona.com

OLOT Natural Park of the Volcanic Area of La Garrotxa.

Information: Casal dels Volcans Av. Santa Coloma, s/n.

972264666 Can Serra - (La Fageda de Jordà) Road from Olot to Santa Pau, km 4.

Santa Pau. 972195074

LODGING Hotel La Perla *** Located in the city, just one step away from nature, the volcanic area of La Garrotxa.

Av. Santa Coloma, 97 972262326 www.laperlahotels.com

ROSES Salvador Dalí House-Museum Portlligat - Cadaqués. 972251015 Cap de Creus Natural Park Abbey Palace. Sant Pere de Rodes Monastery. - El Port de la Selva.

972193191

LODGING Villa Montjoi A magnificent rental mansion, where its comfort and exceptional views stand out.

Cala Montjoi, s/n 670880072

SANT FELIU DE GUÍXOLS ASSOCIATIONS El FAR (Homosexual Association of Girona) Sant Llorenç, 14 615668996 www.elfar.org

RESTAURANTS La Lechuga Loca Bar-restaurant, pizzeria and ice cream-snack bar.

Open from 8:30 a.m. to 1 a.m.

Rambla Vidal, 40 972823014

SANT JOAN DE LES FONTS RURAL LODGING Mas La Violella 650430798 www.masviolella.com

SANTA CRISTINA D’ARO DISCOTHEQUES Mas Marcó Ctra. Roca de Malvet, km 1

VENTALLÓ

SHOPS

RESTAURANTS

Condolot Condoneries Erotic items and a great variety of condoms.

Bonaire, 3 www.condolot.com

Restaurant-Bar La Bassa Ca la Mery From Thursday to Friday nights; Saturday, Sunday, and holidays, open at midday and at night. From June to September, it opens at 7 p.m. Closed from January 7th until February 7th.

De la Bassa, s/n 972793235

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VILAMALLA DISCOTHEQUES Natural Advanced Club Good music; it organises parties periodically, and has a terrace and a Chill-Out area.

Open from Sunday to Thursday, from 11 p.m. to 3 a.m. Weekends, until 6 a.m.

Av. Europa, Parcel·la 100 Polígon Internacional Empordà

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CULTURE Castell de Peralada International Music Festival July and August.

Peralada www.festivalperalada.com Cap Roig Festival Music. July and August.

Calella de Palafrugell http://festival.caproig.cat/

WEBSITES www.touristgay.com www.gironagay.com www.costabrava.org

RESTAURANTS WITH MICHELIN STARS El Bulli (***) Cala Montjoi / Roses 972150457 El Celler de Can Roca (**) Girona 972222157 Ca l’Enric (*) La Vall de Bianya 972290015 La Cuina de Can Pipes (*) Mont-Ras 972306677 La Llar (*) Castelló d’Empúries 972255368

Catalonia Fall Festival Theatre. Girona http://www.temporada-alta.net/

Mas Pau (*) Avinyonet de Puigventós 972546154

GOLF

La Cuina de Can Simon (*) Tossa de Mar 972341269

PGA Golf of Catalonia Caldes de Malavella. 972472577 www.pgacatalunya.com

SPAS Hotel Balneari Vichy Català Av. Dr. Furest, 32. Caldes de Malavella. 972470000

TRANSPORTATION Airport Girona Costa Brava Vilobí d’Onyar 902404704 Buses Figueres bus station 972673354 Girona bus station 972212319

Mas les Cols (*) Olot 972269209 Hostal de Sant Salvador (*) La Vall de bianya 972195154 El Rebost d’en Pere (*) Banyoles 972572353 Miramar (*) Llançà 972380132 Massana (*) Girona 972213820

Lloret de Mar bus station 972364074 Olot bus station 972200275 Trains RENFE 902240202 www.renfe.es

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lloret de mar - map LODGING Hotel Augusta Club **** 1 Mestres, 6 Hotel Excelsior *** 2 Passeig Verdaguer, 16 Hotel Mundial Club*** 3 Vicens Bou, 15 Hotel Selvamar *** 4 Av. Doctor Fleming, 3

MUSICAL BARS David 5 Migdia, 53 La Bubu 6 Areny, 33 You’re Unbelievable 7 Migdia, 44

DISCOTHEQUES Arena Costa Brava 8 Pg. B. Camprodon i Arrieta, 36

BEACHES Boadella Beach

ALSO SHOW AS HERITAGE TO BE VISITED: Saint John’s Castle Punta de Fenals Noucentist Gardens of Saint Clotilde Paratge de Santa Clotilde Museum of the Sea - Can Garriga Pg. de Camprodon i Arieta, 1-2

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In Tarragona, the capital, we find a very important legacy from Roman times, which was declared a part of the World Heritage by the UNESCO, while Reus stands out for its Modernist architecture.

Leisure, beach, culture, and history are mixed in equal parts in this area, a tourist destination with a long tradition.

Port Aventura, the great theme park, is the Costa Daurada leisure complex.

Salou was historically home to the majority of LGBT establishments, but now Tarragona is the leader, with a fairly complete gay-friendly offer, along with neighbouring Reus.

Daurada CAMBRILS TOURISM OFFICES Cambrils Office of Tourism Pg. de les Palmeres, 1 977792307 www.turcambrils.info

BARS - CAFÉS Babylon Cafè A pleasant coffee shop in the centre of the village.

Jacint Vilosa, local 3B

REUS TOURISM OFFICES Reus Office of Tourism Plaça Mercadal, 3 (Gaudí Centre) 902360200 www.reus.cat/turisme County Office of Tourism of Baix Camp Dr. Ferran, 8 977327155 www.turismebaixcamp.org

Generalitat de Catalunya Office of Tourism Reus Airport. Reus Tarragona motorway.

977772204 www.catalunyaturisme.com

ASSOCIATIONS H2O Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transsexual Collective of Camp de Tarragona. www.h2oweb.org

BARS - CAFÉS The Green Dog Café Very lively, original and welcoming, two floors with two settings. Open every day from noon to 2 a.m.

Plaça del Castell, 5 Diva’s Lounge-coffee shop space, breakfast, snacks, and cocktails. It has a menu of teas and water pipes. Open every day from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 a.m.

Sunday mornings, closed.

Sant Pere Apòstol, 5 75

+K Amics Organises darts and billiard championships. It also holds theme parties. Sunday to Thursday, 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday, open until 1 a.m.

Modest Gené, 11 www.meskamics.com

RESTAURANTS

Belg Époque Zen Buddhist decoration, with a daily special for lunch and a regular menu at night. In the winter, it opens weekends, and in the summer, every day from 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. and 7:30 to 11:30 p.m.

Verge del Pilar, 20 MISCELLANEOUS SHOPS 977382303 Video Norte Video club with an exclusive sales and rental section. A wide-ranging collection of LGTB items.

Passeig Prim, 13, baixos

BOOK SHOPS Llibreria Gaudí Selection of LGBT literature.

Open from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and from 5 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Saturdays, from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. July and August, closed in the evening.

Galera, 12 977340530

LGBT PRESS Revista Colors LGBT magazine of the Camp de Tarragona area. www.h2oweb.org

RADIO “Dare to Understand” Punt 6 Camp (99.8 FM). Broadcast each week on the Reus local channel

SALOU TOURISM OFFICES Office of the Municipal Tourism Board Espigó del moll, s/n 977350102 www.salou.org

LODGING Regente Aragon **** Urban, dynamic, close to the beach and the nautical club.

Llevant, 5 977352002 www.hotelregentearagon.com

BARS - CAFÈS + 25 With over 25 years of history. Bear look. Open every day from 10 p.m. to 3 a.m.

Brussel·les, 11

MUSICAL BARS Adeene It has three bars and a youthful, modern atmosphere. To start off the night.

Open every night beginning at 10 p.m.

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TARRAGONA TOURISM OFFICES Generalitat de Catalunya Office of Tourism Fortuny, 4 977233415 www.catalunyaturisme.com Tarragona Office of Tourism Major, 39 977250795 http://www.tarragonaturisme.es

LODGING AC Tarragona **** New and located in the centre, it is comfortable whether you are staying for business or pleasure.

Avinguda de Roma, 8 (1) 977247105 www.ac-hotels.com Ciutat de Tarragona **** A modern, centrally-located hotel with all of the facilities for a pleasant stay.

Plaça Imperial Tarraco, 5 (2) 977250999. www.hotelciutatdetarragona.com SB Express Tarragona *** In the city centre, it is a modern, comfortable, functional hotel.

Plaça de les Corts Catalanes, 4 (3) 977221050 www.hotelexpresstarragona.com

BARS - CAFÉS As Crechas In the historical centre, it is a coffee shop with sandwiches, cocktails, and crêpes. Open every evening beginning at 7 p.m.

Plaça del Fòrum, 10 (4) Bar La Penya Coffee shop, bar, and restaurant, with tapas and drinks. Open Tuesday to Saturday, beginning at 8 a.m.

Plaça de la Font, 35 (5) www.lapenya.com El Melic A small café with a large terrace, it is one of the city’s emblematic locations.

Open Monday to Saturday, from 12 p.m. to 2 a.m.

Plaça de la Font, 8 (6)

Costa Daurada MUSICAL BARS New Brooklyn Located in the sports port, it organises parties and events, and offers varied music and a youthful atmosphere.

Open from Thursday to Saturday, from midnight to 5 a.m., Sundays, beginning at 7 p.m.

Moll de Costa, L0809 (7) www.fotolog.com/newbrooklyn Trylogy Cocktail bar with 80’s and 90’s atmosphere and music. Open every day from 9 p.m. to midnight.

Cardenal Cervantes, 5 (8)

RESTAURANTS Aq Restaurant Design, right in the historical centre, and with very meticulous cooking. Open from Tuesday to Saturday, from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. and from 8:30 to 11 p.m.

Les Coques, 7 (9) 977215954 www.aq-restaurant.com Sentits Daily special recommended, in a meticulous space. Open Monday to Saturday, from 11 a.m. to 3 a.m.

Plaça de la Font, 25 (10) www.restaurantsentits.com Xdf Restaurant Facing the Roman Forum, traditional Mediterranean cooking with a modern touch. Open 1:30 to 4 p.m. and from 9 to 11 p.m. Closed Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday nights.

Lleida, 17 (11) 977247116 www.xdfrestaurant.com

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THEME PARKS Port Aventura Vila-seca / Salou 902202220 www.portaventura.es Generalitat de Catalunya Office of Tourism Vila-seca de Solcina. Park Universal Studios Port Aventura 977384656

GOLF Bonmont Costa Daurada 18 holes, designed by Ropen Trent Jones Jr. in 1990.

Mont-roig del Camp 977818161 www.bonmont.es Costa Daurada Tarragona Golf Club 18 holes. Inaugurated in 1981, it is the province’s leading club.

Ctra. d’El Catllar, km 2,7

El Catllar 977653361 www.golfcostadoradatarragona.com

SPORTS PORTS C.N. Cambrils A sports and fishing port with a lot of activity in the area. www.clubnauticcambrils.com

CULTURE Cister Route The joining of three Cistercian monasteries: Poblet, Santes Creus, and Vallbona de les Monges. www.larutadelcister.info Modernism A Modernist route in Reus with examples such as Casa Navàs and Institut Pere Mata. www.reus.cat Roman archaeological remains of Tarraco Recognised as World Heritage, with the amphitheatre as a symbol. www.tarragonaturisme.cat

TRANSPORTATION Airport Reus 902404704 www.aena.es Buses Reus bus station 977770698 Tarragona bus station 977229126 Trains RENFE 902240202 www.renfe.es AVE Station La Secuita 902240202 www.renfe.es/ave

WEBS www.costadaurada.org www.gaysalou.com www.h2oweb.org

RESTAURANTS WITH MICHELIN STARS Can Bosch (*) Cambrils 977360019 El Rincón de Diego (*) Cambrils 977361307

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CULTURE

AC Tarragona **** 1 Avinguda de Roma, 8

Cistercian Route Poblet, Santes Creus, and Vallbona de les Monges

Ciutat de Tarragona **** 2 Plaça Imperial Tarraco, 5 SB Express Tarragona *** 3 Plaça de les Corts Catalanes, 4

BARS - CAFÉS As Crechas 4 Plaça del Fòrum, 10 Bar La Penya 5 Plaça de la Font, 35 El Melic 6 Plaça de la Font, 8

Roman archaeological remains of Tarraco Barà arch 20 km north of the city Tower of the Scipians 6 km from Tarragona Roman villa of Centcelles On the outskirts Archaeological Museum Plaça del Rei, 5

MUSICAL BARS

Paleo-Christian Museum and Necropolis Av. Ramon y Cajal, 80

New Brooklyn 7 Moll de Costa, L0809

Villa “Dels Munts” 20 km away – Altafulla

Trylogy 8 Cardenal Cervantes, 5

Roman Wall and Archaeological walk Pg. Arqueològic

RESTAURANTS

Les Ferreres Aqueduct 4 km from the city centre. Access from the N-240 in the direction of Valls.

Aq restaurant 9 Les Coques, 7 Sentits 10 Plaça de la Font, 25 Xdf Restaurant 11 Lleida, 17

BEACHES Cala Romana Cala Waikiki

THEME PARKS Port Aventura Vila-seca - Salou

SPORTS PORTS C.N. Cambrils

Roman Amphitheatre Pg. de les Palmeres, s/n Praetorium Fòrum Provincial. Pça del Rei s/n Colony Forum Carrer Lleida Roman Circus Rambla Vella, 2 Temple Recinte de Culte Imperial.

Pla de la Seu, s/n Mèdol Quarry 9 km from Tarragona, right on the Via Augusta.

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With Lleida as the capital, a medium-sized city that is home to the majority of the population, the area is timeless and offers a spectacular sight-seeing itinerary including the largest walled area in Europe. The area’s economy is based on the agricultural and food industry and services. It has spaces like the La Mitjana Park and is in the centre of a real green belt of gardens surrounding the city.

The ski resorts of Lleida offer the largest skiing area of the whole country.

There are also various routes like the National Park of Aigüestortes, the Valley of the Llobregós River, the Urgell or the Segre Canal, among other spots, where one can hike and cycle in beautiful natural surroundings.

Wine tourism is also interesting, in an area with its own D.O. area near the Segre.

There are not many, but there are some LGBT and gay-friendly spaces that should be mentioned.

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LA POBLA DE CÈRVOLES RURAL LODGING Casa Rural - Cal Pastor Open year-round, with a beauty salon, massages, and a heated pool.

Les Roques, 7 973175124 www.calpastor.com

LLEIDA TOURISM OFFICES Generalitat de Catalunya Office of Tourism Plaça Ramon Berenguer IV, s/n 973248840 www.catalunyaturisme.com Lleida Office of Tourism Major, 31 bis 902250050 www.turismedelleida.com Lleida and Surrounding Area Tourism Board Rambla Ferran, 18, 3r 902101110 www.lleidatur.com

LODGING AC Lleida **** Located in a quiet neighbourhood within the cultural area of the city centre.

Unió, 8 973283910 www.ac-hotels.com Nastasi Hotel & Spa **** Urban and a point of design reference in the city.

Rovira Roure, 214 973249222 www.hotelnastasi.com

Ramon Berenguer IV ** In the tourist, commercial centre.

Plaça Ramon Berenguer IV, 2 973237345 Principal ** Next to the City Hall, in the historic centre.

Plaça Paeria, 7 973230800

ASSOCIATIONS AMPGIL Branch of the Parents Association of Gays and Lesbians La Mariola Civic Centre Artur Mor, 1 www.ampgil.org Gay-Lesbian Coordinator - Lleida La Mariola Civic Centre Artur Mor, 1 973280710 EAGLE Lleida Gay-Lesbian Action Space of Lleida and Surrounding Area La Mariola Civic Centre www.astrea.es/ong/eagle

MUSICAL BARS La Patacona d’Or Welcoming, with two spaces. Varied music and a public with all sorts of people. Open from Tuesday to Sunday from 8 p.m. to 2:30 a.m. Weekends, until 3 a.m.

Maria Sauret, 13 Pentagrama Since 1980, it has been setting the pace for Lleida’s night life.

Open Fridays and Saturdays beginning at 11 p.m.

Alfred Perenya, 43 www.pentagramasoulclub.es

Lleida, the county capital , is an age-old city with a spectacular sightseeing itinerary.

FASHION SHOPS

WEBSITES

www.gaylleida.net Cirano www.lleidainteractiva.com Modern space with the leading brands of clothing for men and women.

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Open every day from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and 5 to 8:30 p.m.

GOLF Pi i Maragall, 2 Raïmat Golf Club Pompeu VI 18 holes surrounded by vineyards.

Selection of leading brands of clothing Afores, s/n Raïmat for women and men, shoes and 973737539 jewellery. Open every day from 9:30 www.raimatgolf.com a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and 5 to 8:30 p.m.

Passatge Pompeu, 6 TRANSPORTATION www.pompeuvi.com Autobusos Lleida bus station RESTAURANTS 973268500 La fábrica de las tapas Popular and with a large offer of daily Trains specials, wine cellar, and tapas.

RENFE Open every day from noon to 5 p.m.

902240202 and 8:30 to midnight. www.renfe.es Pica d’Estats, 6 9733267386 AVE Station Lleida-Pirineus Lobby 902240202 A quiet restaurant and drinks in a www.renfe.es/ave careful, designer setting. Open every day from 12:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. and 8 to CULTURE midnight. Weekends, until 3 a.m.

Lleida Diocesan Alcalde Porqueres, 5 and County Museum 973221840 Sant Crist, 1 www.lobby.cat 973283075 http://oliba.uoc.edu/lab/lleida/ DISCOTHEQUES River An emblematic and historic space, with fantastic architecture and a select public. Open from Thursday to Saturday, from 11:30 p.m. to 6 a.m.

Xalet del Parc dels Camps Elisis, s/n www.riverlleida.com

Monuments of Lleida Major, 31 bis 973700319 www.paeria.es/turisme

RESTAURANTS WITH MICHELIN STARS El Castell (*) Castellciutat 973360512

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Val d’Aran This is the ideal area to practice all sorts of sports: golf, fishing, hiking, or rafting throughout the year, as well as having 17 ski resorts for practicing this sport in the winter.

In the Alta Ribagorça, we find the Vall de Boí, with a group of Romanesque churches declared a part of the World Heritage by UNESCO. There are various LGBT-friendly lodging options.

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PIRINEUS LA MOLINA SKIING Alp Ski Resort 972892031 Snow news, 972892164 www.lamolina.com

LODGING

Cerdanya Aerodrome Das i Fontanals of Cerdanya Sports use 972881820

INFORMATIONAL WEBSITES www.visitpirineus.com www.cerdanya.org

Solineu Sport ** Welcoming mountain hotel with winter and summer activities.

Av. Supermolina, 7 - La Molina 972892222 TOURISM OFFICES www.solineusport.com County Office of Tourism of Cerdanya Junction N-152 / N-260 Puigcerdà SKIING www.cerdanya.org

LA CERDANYA

MASELLA

Alp Ski Resort 972144000 Snow news, 972890053 www.masella.com

LODGING Alp Hotel Masella *** This is a large family hotel at the foot of the slopes. Winter and summer activities.

Av. Peu de Pistes, s/n 972144201 www.alphotelmasella.com

Puigcerdà Office of Tourism Querol, 1 - Puigcerdà 972880542 www.puigcerda.com Alp Office of Tourism Av. Tossa d´Alp, 6 - Alp 972890385 www.ddgi.es/alp

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NATURE

SOLSONA

National Park of Aigüestortes and Sant Maurici Lake This is the only national park in TOURISM OFFICES Catalonia with high mountain County Office of Tourism of Solsonès landscapes. It has nearly 200 ponds Ctra. Bassella, 1 and countless streams.

973482310 www.elsolsonesinvita.com Home of the National Park of Espot Prat del Guarda, 4 - Espot LODGING 973624036 http://reddeparquesnacionales.mma.es Hotel Sant Roc & Spa **** Installed in a Modernist building, it is full of contrasts and design details.

Plaça Sant Roc, s/n 973480006 www.hotelsantroc.com

Home of the National Park of Boí Carrer de les Graieres, 2 - Boí 973696189 http://reddeparquesnacionales.mma.es

TRANSPORTATION

GOLF

RENFE (Trains) Puigcerdà / La Molina 902240202 www.renfe.es

Royal Golf Club of Cerdanya 27 holes, inaugurated in 1929.

Puigcerdà 972141408 www.rcgcerdanya.com Fontanals Golf course of Cerdanya 18 holes, hotel and golf resort.

Soriguerola - Alp 972144374 www.fontanalsgolf.com

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VAL D’ARAN BAQUEIRA – BERET SKIING Cross-country / Alpine ski resort 973639010 Snow news, 973639025 www.baqueira.es

LODGING AC Baqueira ***** A new building, at the foot of the slopes.

It has a ski rack, solarium and spa.

Urbanització Val de Ruda 902293293 www.ac-hotels.com Meliá Royal Tanau Boutique Hotel ***** At the foot of the slopes, a family hotel with a personal touch.

Ctra. de Beret, s/n 973644446 www.solmelia.com Eira Style Hotel **** Exclusive and next to the slopes, it is rented whole to groups of 25 people.

Ctra. de Beret, s/n - Urbanització Tanau 973645446 www.eirahotel.com

VIELHA LODGING

INFORMATIONAL WEBSITES www.visitpirineus.com www.torismearan.org

TOURISM OFFICES Tourist Information Office of Val d´Aran Sarriulèra, 10 - Vielha 973640110 www.torismearan.org Val d´Aran Tourism Ctra. Gausac, 1 - Vielha e Mijaran 973640688 www.torismearan.org

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SPORTS Bossòst Sports Area Dehòres, s/n - Bossòst 973647241 www.torismearan.org

GOLF Golf Pitch & Putt Salardú – Cap d’Aran 9 holes, courses, and activities.

Ctra. Aiguamòg, s/n - Salardú 973644196 www.golfsalardu.com

RESTAURANTS WITH MICHELIN STARS El Fogony (*) Sort 973621225

Sol Vielha **** Located in the centre of Vielha, the capital of Vall d’Aran. It offers summer and winter activities.

Aneto de Vielha, 1 973638000 www.solmelia.com

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Terres d

In the southernmost region of Catalonia we find the Delta de l’Ebre, the largest wetlands in Catalonia. The Delta Natural Park has nearly 8,000 ha with a unique landscape, with a coastline of large ponds surrounded by canes and reeds, large extensions of salt licks, and long, deserted sandy beaches. This variety allows for many, varied tourist activities to be carried out, especially those related to the rural world and ecology.

The impressive massif of the Natural Park of Ports de Beseit marks the limit of the Ebre area with the neighbouring counties of Castelló and Terol.

There is not a very large specific LGBT offer, but as in all of the Catalan tourist centres, the majority of its resources declare themselves to be openly gay-friendly.

de l’Ebre AMPOSTA Office of Tourism Av. Sant Jaume, 1 977703453 www.turismeamposta.org

BARS - CAFÉS Llar A pleasant café in the centre of the village, always lively.

Open every day from 2 p.m. to 2 a.m., and weekends from 3 p.m. to 3 a.m.

Jaume I, 37

Oqio Lounge Restaurant and cocktail bar with the best view of the hanging bridge and the Ebre River. Open every day from 3 p.m. to 2 a.m.

Plaça de Sta. Susanna, 3

MUSICAL BARS Clubzigrama DJ sessions and good atmosphere, in an avant-garde space. Open from Thursday to Sunday, beginning at 11:30 p.m.

Plaça de Sta. Susanna, 4

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BOOK SHOPS Gavina Llibreria Excellent literary selection, also with LGBT subjects. Open from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 4:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Major, 21

DELTEBRE Office of Tourism Martí Buera, 22 977489679 www.dsi.es/deltebre

RURAL LODGING La Barraca d’en Salvador Rural ecological tourism and the pedagogical recovery of traditions and animal species.

La Canyadora, s/n 977482272 www.dsi.es/labarracadesalvador

BEACHES La Marquesa Beach

L’AMPOLLA LODGING Hotel Flamingo **** It has an indoor and outdoor pool, sauna and children’s play area.

Ronda del Mar, 58 977593816 www.hotelflamingo.cat

TORTOSA Office of Tourism Plaça Carrilet, 1 977449648 www.turismetortosa.com

LODGING Hotel Corona Tortosa *** Elegant and up-to-date, with a lovely garden, it also offers apartments.

Plaça Corona Aragó, s/n 977580433 www.hotelcoronatortosa.com

ASSOCIATIONS

music, and a relaxed atmosphere.

Open from Monday to Thursday, from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and 4:30 to 10 p.m., Friday until 3 a.m., Saturday and Sunday from 6 p.m. to 5:30 a.m.

Rbla. Catalunya, 31

SHOPS Condolot Condoneries Erotic items and a great variety of condoms.

Santa Teresa, 5 www.condolot.com

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NATURE Natural Park of the Delta de l’Ebre This is the largest wetland in Catalonia. Nearby towns: Amposta, Deltebre, Sant Jaume d’Enveja, Sant Carles de la Ràpita and Ampolla.

Information: Casa de Fusta de l’Encanyissada - Amposta 977261022 www.ebre.com/delta Delta de l’Ebre Ecomuseum Information Centre Doctor Martí Buera, 22 - Deltebre 977489679 Dels Ports Natural Park Information: Ctra. dels Reguers, km 1 - Roquetes 977504012 www.ebre.com/elsports Ecomuseo Picasso, 18 - Horta de Sant Joan 977435686 www.elsports.org

SPORTS PORTS C.N. Sant Carles de la Ràpita Main fishing and sports port in the area. www.cnscr.com

TRANSPORTATION Buses Tortosa bus station 977440300

Gaiebre Association defending GLTB rights in the Ebre area Rbla. Catalunya, 31 977500944 www.gaiebre.org

Trains RENFE 902240202 www.renfe.es

MUSICAL BARS

www.terresdelebre.org www.gaiebre.org

Andrògina Art exhibits, film cycles, the latest

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WEBSITES

Edition: Turisme de Catalunya Passeig de Gràcia, 105, 3a planta 08008 Barcelona Contents: Prono Edicions Design: The Pink Partner Pictures: Arthur Friedrich Selbach, Daniel Julián, Felipe J. Alcoceba, Ferran Aguilar, Georama, Imagen M.A.S., Jordi Bastart, Jordi Fuster, Jordi Pareto, José Tió, Miguel Ángel Álvarez, Nano Cañas, Oriol Alamany, Rafael López-Monné Print: Gráficas Contraste ISBN: 978-84-393-7780-1 Depósito legal: 34735-2008

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