Els Quatre Gats

Els Quatre Gats is a historic café located in Barcelona, Spain, famous for its role as a gathering place for artists and intellectuals in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Opened in 1897, it became a hub for avant-garde artists like Pablo Picasso, who frequented and exhibited there. The café’s name means "The Four Cats," referring to a nickname for its founders. It played a key part in Catalonia’s cultural renaissance, fostering creative exchange and innovation. Today, Els Quatre Gats remains a symbol of Barcelona's artistic heritage and cultural history.