October 24th, International Day Against Climate Change
October 24th is a key date for us. Climate change is not a distant threat or someone else's problem. It's here, it's now, and it affects us all. Episodes of extreme drought, more aggressive fires, and relentless heat waves are clear symptoms of an imbalance we have helped create. And it is our responsibility, as a society and as individuals, to do everything possible to reverse this situation.
We don't want to be bystanders. We want to be part of the solution. And one of the most coherent ways to do this is by rethinking how we travel. Tourism shouldn't be a luxury the planet can't afford. If we do it consciously, it can be a powerful tool for sustainability, respect, and social value.
At femturisme.cat, we are clear: sustainable tourism is not a fad, it's a necessity. And we believe it. We are committed to a way of discovering Catalonia that puts people, landscapes, culture, and heritage at the center. We don't want to contribute to overcrowding or the deterioration of the spaces we love so much. We want to enjoy taking care of them and leave them better than we found them.
When it comes to traveling, we have options. We can choose to sleep in accommodations that respect environmental standards, eat local products, travel more efficiently, and discover local projects that work from the land and for the land. We can reduce waste, avoid waste, and practice tourism that nourishes not only us but also the communities that host us.
Because every gesture counts. And because the world we want tomorrow is built by the decisions we make today!
Events
Major Festival of Sant Martí de Peralada
From 5 to 8 November'La Moguda Gastronòmica' in Santa Perpètua de Mogoda
From 9 October to 8 NovemberCalamarenys - Arenys de Mar Squid Gastronomic Days
From 9 October to 8 NovemberFestival 42 - Barcelona Fantasy Festival
From 4 to 8 NovemberRatafía Fair in Santa Coloma de Farners
From 5 to 8 NovemberSant Martí Festival in Altafulla
From 3 to 8 NovemberSant Crist Festival in Balaguer
From 5 to 9 NovemberNearby experiences
Visit and wine tasting with Iberian ham and cheeses - Celler Art Laietà
Celler Art Laietà (Alta Alella)Guided tour of Art Laietà with tasting of organic wines and cavas and pairing of Iberian ham and cheeses, just 20 minutes from Barcelona. Discover the Alella wine region with a unique wine tourism experience at Art Laietà, a family…
El Cep Wine Tasting Space
Vins El CepCome and share good times with friends and family while having a glass of wine in an organic and biodynamic winery with centuries-old roots. You can enjoy the interior spaces of a 15th-century farmhouse or the idyllic landscape of Espiells…
La Creativa: art activities for families in Santa Perpètua de Mogoda!
Santa Perpètua de MogodaLa Creativa is the name given to the monthly family activities held as part of the program at the La Granja Art Exhibition Hall in Santa Perpètua de Mogoda. The activities cover a wide range of topics: crafts, art, creative projects,…
Gaudi Tour - Forever Barcelona
Forever BarcelonaDiscover the genius of Antoni Gaudí with a private guide exclusively for you and your group. A tailor-made tour to understand the mind, symbolism, and technique of Catalonia's most universal architect, skipping the lines and enjoying…
Verdú Ceramic Mural Route
VerdúSince ancient times, Verdú has been an important center of pottery production. From Roman times, three kilns have been located that were used to bake roof tiles, soft tiles, building materials and everyday items. The first documented…
Six perspectives on a unique building at the Maritime Museum of Barcelona
Museu Marítim de BarcelonaTo mark Barcelona's designation as World Capital of Architecture 2026 by UNESCO-UIA, the Museu Marítim de Barcelona wants to highlight one of the most important buildings of civil Gothic architecture, which tells us about medieval maritime…