Weed in Madrid, Spain: my experience

Hi, smokers! You probably know that cannabis laws and regulations vary from one county to another, so let’s go deeper and try to understand what is going on with weed in Madrid. My post covers info about weed laws, regulations, general attitude of locals and cops, hash VS weed availability and pricing, failures and success in searching weed in Madrid.

So, I just touched down back home from Madrid a couple of days ago, still got that fresh buzz in my head as I’m sparking up this joint of girl scout cookies strain. Man, Madrid was lit — couldn't have had a better time without those dank buds keepin' me company.

Marijuana laws in Spain

It is important to outline that high % THC cannabis, weed, and hash are forbidden in Madrid. You can not officially purchase marijuana strains with high at least some reasonable THC % concentration in some coffee shops like in the Netherlands. Medical cannabis may be available for purchase at dispensaries, but you will never get high with CBD buds you may find.

In the bar of my hotel I met Jason who has lived here in Madrid for a while, so knows a lot about 4:20 movements😁. He said that strict official regulations are not so tough in practice.

What if I get caught with weed in Madrid?

In practice, as Jason said - if you are 18+ and carry less than 20 grams of weed or 10 grams of hash and do not smoke in public - you should not expect any arrest. As a maximum, cops will confiscate your stuff after they ensure you are not a dealer who delivers stuff.

There are some stories about occasional cops forcing people to give them a bribe after catching someone with weed, but such cases are rare. Usually cops do not touch foreign tourists who are spending their vacation or business trip in Madrid and bring money to Spain.

What Do People in Madrid Think About Weed?

Even though weed is against the rules, a lot of people in Madrid don’t mind it too much. They just think you should be polite and not smoke it in front of everyone.

Jason was cool enough to invite me to a low-key sesh at his spot — just some homies, beer, weed, and the PS5. Straight up, I felt like I hit the jackpot. Dude even became my plug in Madrid while I was in town, so I was never dry and had my weed handy. He told me as long as you keep it cool, the locals are down with the herb. But like he said — don’t be stupid, and don’t carry more than 10g unless you’re lookin’ to have a bad day.

Where to buy weed in Madrid

Jason shared his experience on the weed purchase process in Madrid. As he said - big dealers purchase everything via darknet - there are services or “onion sites” like DrChronic or Bitpharma where they purchase big portions (via Tor browser and crypto) or cooperate with local cannabis growers.

After that they simply resell weed to tourists and locals in Madrid. In fact you may also go this way, while for tourists this is usually not acceptable - you need to know how do onion sites and Tor browsers work, have corresponding accounts on darknet websites, too long to wait for your package (2 - 7 days), high risks at all steps of this chain, etc etc.

But if you are just visiting Madrid for several days (or up to 2 weeks) and need some weed - dealing with wholesale darknet websites looks like not the best way to spend your time. This is the point where local dealers rush into this game. But if you think you can easily find street dealers with good stuff nowadays - do not hurry so much, the situation with weed in Madrid has changed already.

Now dealers switched to another approach - you simply find their messenger contacts from someone who purchased weed in Madrid already or on some forum comments, choose stuff from menu, discuss drop off area (this may be some hotel or approximate area), after you pay in crypto (yes, now this is #1 payment option for all “dark” payments) - and stuff gets delivered and dropped where you agree. Package with weed is usually masked, you get a photo and coordinates where to pick up your stuff. As a result - no official payments and no meetings in person (you choose just the approximate package drop area, not the exact place where you meet) - so both you and the dealer stay secure and anonymous. This was a little surprise for me, at home I simply buy directly from my trusted dealer via cache, but we have what we have. How happy I was that I met Jason so I do not need to go through all this 🙂

Questions About Weed in Madrid

Is Weed with high THC Allowed in Madrid?

Nope, weed with a lot of THC is not allowed in Madrid. But if you have just a little bit (less than 10g), the police might not make a big deal about it.

What Happens If You Get Caught with Weed?

If you have a small amount (less than 10g) you probably won’t get into big trouble. The police might just take it away.

Can You Find Weed the Old-Fashioned Way in Madrid?

It’s possible, but it’s not as common as it used to be. Most people now buy weed through messengers and pick it up from hidden spots.

Is high-quality cannabis and hash available in Madrid?

Yes, it’s available while quality varies between dealers.

Can you find hash in Madrid?

Yes, many dealers offer both weed and hash. It’s not always in stock, but it’s popular and available.

What are the prices for cannabis and hash in Madrid?

Prices vary depending on the dealer and the quality. High-quality weed can cost €20-€25 per gram, while hash might be €30-€35 per gram. The more you buy, the better the deal you’ll get.

That’s the rundown on cannabis in Madrid. If you’re planning a trip, stay safe, be smart, and enjoy your time in this vibrant city!

Five random facts about cannabis

1. Weed Was The First Online Sale

Of course, it was illegal back then. In the early 1970s, Stanford students bought a bag of weed from MIT students. This means that the first product ever sold online was cannabis!

2. Shakespeare Smoked Cannabis

Maybe his source of inspiration? Marijuana residues were found in William Shakespeare’s home, which we believe could have been an enormous aid in writing all the screenplays and poems.

3. Bob Marley Was Buried With Grass

The musical star was buried with his red Gibson guitar, a cannabis bud, and a Bible open on the 23rd Psalm, which reads: “The Lord is my shepherd, I lack nothing. He makes me lie down in green pastures”. Way to go, Marley.

4. Religious Use

Cannabis has been used in religious rituals in various cultures, notably in Hinduism and by Rastafarians.

5. Munchies

THC increases appetite, often leading to the "munchies," a craving for food after consuming cannabis.