Ganja in Mataró, Spain - ma story

Hi, folks! Today I plan to share my rasta-experience after visiting infinite party Mataró in Spain. Brief conclusion - for some reason it’s not easy to get really good🍀cannabis buds or hash in Mataró in an “oldschool way”, but options do exist. Below I describe what is going on with weed in Mataró.

So, I just touched down back home from Mataró 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, Mataró was lit — couldn't have had a better time without those dank buds keepin' me company.

Where to buy weed in Mataró

Steve shared his experience on the weed purchase process in Mataró. 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 Mataró. 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.

Usually, locals already buy weed by talking to dealers they trust through messages like Telegram or Signal with payment via cryptocurrency. Then, the weed is left in a secret spot where they can pick it up without meeting the seller in person. This is new secured way of cannabis delivery used in Mataró.

What Do People in Mataró Think About Weed?

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

As I was actively asking and discussing weed - Steve invited me to his apartment for a small party that very first evening - just a couple of his rasta friends, beer, weed and PS5 - exactly what I do love😁😁😁. How lucky I was😁 Steve told he will be my weed dealer while I am here in Mataró so I had no issues with great stuff all that time.

Steve also confirmed locals are OK with weed in Mataró if you behave yourself correctly, while it’s better to avoid cops and not to have more than 10 grams in your pocket.

Marijuana laws in Spain

It is important to outline that high % THC cannabis, weed, and hash are forbidden in Mataró. 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 Steve who has lived here in Mataró for a while, so knows a lot about 4:20 movements😁. He said that strict official regulations are not so tough in practice.

Laws and regulations of weed in Mataró

All products with high THC (substance in cannabis that makes you high) above 1% are strictly forbidden for distribution. But in fact according to Steve cops are rather relaxed about weed in Mataró and rarely touch tourists, but this always depends on the exact cop and whether he likes your face or not.

So theoretically if you do not smoke in public and get caught with not more than 10g of weed or 5g of hash in Mataró - you should not get arrested. Cops 👮may take your stuff and after some conversation should get you free, but better to avoid all this stress anyway.

Weed in Mataró: Your Questions Answered

Is high-THC weed illegal in Mataró?

Yup, you won’t find high-THC bud legally unless it’s medical, but the cops aren’t usually trippin' if you’re packin' less than 10 grams.

What happens if you get caught with weed in Mataró?

Depends. If you’re lookin' like you’re movin' weight, you could catch some heat. But most tourists with a small stash aren’t bothered much.

Can you still find weed the old-school way in Mataró?

For sure! While the darknet and encrypted messengers are where it’s at now, you can still hustle around parks or chat up the right taxi driver and might get lucky.

Is There Good-Quality Weed in Mataró?

Yes, but you might have to look a bit harder to find it. The quality can be different depending on the exact weed dealer.

Is Hash Available in Mataró?

Yes, hash, which is another kind of cannabis, is also available in Mataró. It’s a bit like weed but prepared differently.

How Much Does Weed Cost in Mataró?

The price can change depending on how good the weed is. High-quality weed can cost about €20 to €25 per gram, and hash can be even more expensive.

Five random facts about cannabis

1. Cannabis Has Tons Of Nicknames

Due to its illegal status, cannabis is one of the drugs with the most nicknames out there. Weed, ganja, pot, grass, dope, reefer, hash, and even sandwiches if you’re a How I Met Your Mother fan are just a few of the slang terms that have become a part of the beloved cannabis culture.

2. Uruguay Was The Future

In 2013, Uruguay became the first country in the world to legalize growing, selling, and consuming cannabis.

3. USA Grows The Most

According to Civilized Life, the United States is the top marijuana-producing nation in the entire world. Behind it are Morocco, Afghanistan, Mexico, and Colombia. Who would have thought?

4. George Washington Grew Cannabis

That’s right. The first president of the United States of America grew hemp. His farms at Mount Vernon were used to grow hemp in order to make paper, rope, sail canvas, clothing, and fishing nets.

5. Psychoactive Compound

The primary psychoactive compound in cannabis is THC (tetrahydrocannabinol), responsible for the "high" sensation