'Mindfulness in Nature. Collserola. Awaken the Senses and Return to the Present' Workshop
7 November 2026 · 10:00
Centre Cívic Can Felipa, el Poblenou, Sant Martí
Would you like to let yourself be surrounded by the atmosphere of nature and the forest? Shinrin-yoku (forest bathing in Japanese) is a practice consisting of walking through the forest in a meditative and unhurried way. Paying attention to the scent of plants, listening to animals and the wind striking the leaves, observing colours, touching different textures… Nature is a privileged setting for mindfulness practice because it allows us to connect with the present moment. We will follow a route through Collserola, alternating moments of mindfulness, silence and meditation connected with the surroundings. Some of the benefits of mindful walks in nature include lower cortisol levels (the stress hormone), reduced blood pressure, increased empathy and pleasure, reduced anxiety, and improved health and emotional well-being. A minimum level of fitness is required for the route (distance: 8.5 km. Medium difficulty - elevation gain 237 m). Bring comfortable clothing and footwear, water, something for breakfast and a blanket or towel for meditation. Taught by Laura Casas.
Source: Ajuntament de Barcelona · checked on 8 September 2026