Where to obtain weed (marijuana ) in Tenerife. Here’s the real-deal info about obtaining cannabis (weed/marijuana) in Tenerife (Spain) — because the laws and culture there are very different from places like the U.S. or Canada:
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Toggle🌿 What the law actually says — Weed (marijuana ) in Tenerife
Cannabis is decriminalized for private use in Spain — meaning having small amounts in a private space isn’t a criminal offence. (buy weed in tenerife)
Public possession or consumption (streets, beaches, parks, hotel balconies visible to the public) is illegal and can lead to hefty fines (often €600+).
There are no legal “dispensaries” like in the U.S./Canada where anyone can walk in and buy weed off the shelf. (Island Boyz | Cannabis Social Club Spain)
Medical cannabis in Spain is very limited and not widely prescribed from pharmacies — you typically won’t find raw cannabis products via a medical route. (Juicy Vapes)
🍁 Cannabis Social Clubs — the main option
The only way people access cannabis in Tenerife in a way that’s seen as tolerated is through private cannabis social clubs:
These are non-profit, private member associations.
You must be a member to receive cannabis products and consume there.
Members pay a fee (often a small annual fee) and can consume on-site in designated areas.
Some clubs may allow temporary membership for visitors, but it varies and isn’t guaranteed — clubs set their own rules.
You generally must show valid government ID (passport) to join. (Island Boyz | Cannabis Social Club Spain)
👉 Examples of clubs you might hear about (these names are from local listings/cannabis culture guides, but you’d need to contact them to confirm current membership rules):
Space Weed Club (Costa Adeje) — a private cannabis club. (spaceweedclub)
CannaIsland Cannabis Club — another private association. (Cannaisland)
There are also many smaller local “cannabis social clubs” scattered around Tenerife towns like Santa Cruz, La Laguna, Puerto de la Cruz, Playa de las Américas, etc. (Weedestiny)
⚠️ Note: While cannabis clubs exist, enforcement and legality are a bit of a grey area. Some clubs operate more openly than others — and local authorities have cracked down on illegal operations in the past. (Reddit)
🧠 What not to do
Do not expect to find public weed shops — they don’t legally exist in Tenerife.
Buying from street dealers is illegal and risky (both legally and safety-wise).
Consuming in public spaces is illegal and can lead to fines.
🌱 Other legal options
CBD products (with very low THC, under 0.2%) are legal and sold in shops, pharmacies, and wellness stores — but they don’t have the psychoactive effects people associate with weed.
Where to obtain weed (marijuana ) in Tenerife.