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Top Angel Investors in Spain (2026): Madrid, Barcelona & Beyond

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Top Angel Investors in Spain (2026): Madrid, Barcelona & Beyond

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25 Profiles
David Alcobero
David Alcobero
Founder
anguila ventures

Founder at anguila ventures

Barcelona, CT, SpainInvestor
TechnologyC#b.i
Ikuska Sanz
Ikuska Sanz
Business Angel
WA4STEAM

Business Angel at WA4STEAM

SpainAngel Investor
HealthcareTechnologycountry:Spain
Ahmad Doumani
Ahmad Doumani
Co-Founder and Business Partner
Growth Gate Capital

Co-Founder and Business Partner at Growth Gate Capital

SpainVC Partner
Technologycountry:SpainInvestments
Andrea Calderon-Miguel
Andrea Calderon-Miguel
Angel Investor and Founding Member
Calafia Iberia

Angel Investor and Founding Member at Calafia Iberia

Madrid, SpainAngel Investor
Technologycountry:Spain
Merary Soto
Merary Soto
Founder, Managing Director
Thrive Forward

Founder, Managing Director at Thrive Forward

Barcelona, CT , SpainManaging Director
Technologycountry:SpainBloomberg Professional/API
Manuel Mates Garcia
Manuel Mates Garcia
Co- Founder and Managing Partner
Big Sur Ventures. Early stage VC Tech investor

Co- Founder and Managing Partner at Big Sur Ventures. Early stage VC Tech investor

Barcelona, CT , SpainManaging Partner
SaaScountry:SpainEntrepreneurship
Pedro de Álava
Pedro de Álava
Founder and managing partner GP
SIDE CAPITAL PARTNERS SGEIC SA

Founder and managing partner GP at SIDE CAPITAL PARTNERS SGEIC SA

Mislata, SpainVC Partner
TechnologyNouman BodPrivate Equity
Angel Cadavieco
Angel Cadavieco
Co-Founder and Managing Partner
Alza Capital Partners

Co-Founder and Managing Partner at Alza Capital Partners

Madrid, SpainManaging Partner
TechnologyFinancial AnalysisInvestment Banking
Francisco Velazquez de Cuellar
Francisco Velazquez de Cuellar
Founder, President and Managing Partner
Axon Partners Group

Founder, President and Managing Partner at Axon Partners Group

Madrid, SpainManaging Partner
TechnologyVenture CapitalStart-ups
Juan Boltendahl
Juan Boltendahl
Founder and Managing Partner
BOLTENDAHL International Partners

Founder and Managing Partner at BOLTENDAHL International Partners

Madrid, SpainManaging Partner
Technologycountry:SpainOrigination
Patricia Castro
Patricia Castro
GENERAL PARTNER and CO-FOUNDER
BO Capital Partners SGEIC S.A.

GENERAL PARTNER and CO-FOUNDER at BO Capital Partners SGEIC S.A.

Barcelona, CT , SpainVC Partner
Technologycountry:SpainVenture Capital
Patricio Hunt
Patricio Hunt
Co-Founder and GP at ALX Firstech Ventures FCRE
Firstech Ventures

Co-Founder and GP at ALX Firstech Ventures FCRE at Firstech Ventures

Barcelona, CT , SpainVC Partner
SaaScountry:SpainCorporate Finance
Joan Alsina
Joan Alsina
Owner and Managing Partner
ACCESO Corporate Partners, S.L.

Owner and Managing Partner at ACCESO Corporate Partners, S.L.

Barcelona, CT , SpainManaging Partner
Technologycountry:SpainBusiness Strategy
Adolfo Favieres
Adolfo Favieres
Managing Director - Head of Southern Europe Private Markets Real Estate
BlackRock

Managing Director - Head of Southern Europe Private Markets Real Estate at BlackRock

Madrid, SpainManaging Director
TechnologyFinancial AnalysisProject Finance
Elena Pons
Elena Pons
Managing Director and Chief Investment Officer
MCE Social Capital

Managing Director and Chief Investment Officer at MCE Social Capital

Barcelona, CT , SpainManaging Director
Technologycountry:SpainFinance
Christian Bardenheuer
Christian Bardenheuer
Co-Founder and Managing Director
ONNI Capital Partners SL

Co-Founder and Managing Director at ONNI Capital Partners SL

Madrid, SpainManaging Director
Technologycountry:SpainHigh-Level Relationship Management
Santiago Alvarez De Toledo
Santiago Alvarez De Toledo
Search Fund Founder and Managing Director (In Launch Phase)
Windward Ventures / Brisa Capital

Search Fund Founder and Managing Director (In Launch Phase) at Windward Ventures / Brisa Capital

Madrid, SpainManaging Director
Technologycountry:SpainManagement Consulting
Alfonso Bassols
Alfonso Bassols
Co-founder and Managing Partner
Aldea Ventures

Co-founder and Managing Partner at Aldea Ventures

Barcelona, CT , SpainManaging Partner
TechnologyCorporate FinanceBusiness Strategy
Carlos Trenchs Sainz de la Maza
Carlos Trenchs Sainz de la Maza
Co-Founder and Partner
Aldea Ventures

Co-Founder and Partner at Aldea Ventures

Barcelona, CT , SpainVC Partner
TechnologyE-commerceEntrepreneurship Education
Angel Gutierrez Borjabad
Angel Gutierrez Borjabad
Co-Founder and Managing Partner
7R Ventures

Co-Founder and Managing Partner at 7R Ventures

SpainManaging Partner
TechnologyEntrepreneurshipManagement Consulting
Yann de Vries
Yann de Vries
Co-Founder, General Partner
Kembara VC

Co-Founder, General Partner at Kembara VC

SpainVC Partner
Technologycountry:SpainBusiness Development
Jorge Juliani Aznar
Jorge Juliani Aznar
Partner
Buenavista Equity Partners (formerly GED Capital)

Partner at Buenavista Equity Partners (formerly GED Capital)

Madrid, SpainVC Partner
Technologycountry:SpainBusiness Valuation
Gregory Lee
Gregory Lee
Founder and Managing Partner
Morinaka Partners

Founder and Managing Partner at Morinaka Partners

Barcelona, CT , SpainManaging Partner
Technologycountry:SpainFrench
Cristina Marsal
Cristina Marsal
Founder and Partner
Sandman Partners SGEIC

Founder and Partner at Sandman Partners SGEIC

Barcelona, CT , SpainVC Partner
Technologycountry:SpainPowerPoint
Iñaki Arrola
Iñaki Arrola
Founder and General Partner
K FUND

Founder and General Partner at K FUND

Madrid, SpainVC Partner
Technologycountry:SpainEntrepreneurship

Angel Investors in Spain: Southern Europe's Startup Powerhouse

Looking for angel investors in Spain? This Spain angel investors list covers 142+ verified investors across one of Europe's fastest-growing startup ecosystems. Spain has emerged as a major European tech hub, with Madrid and Barcelona producing globally competitive companies like Glovo, Cabify, and Wallapop.

This comprehensive Spanish angel investor database profiles active investors from Madrid's vibrant startup scene to Barcelona's Mobile World Capital and Valencia's emerging tech corridor. Spain's combination of lifestyle, talent, and EU market access is attracting both local and international founders. Updated for 2026 with verified contact information.

Spain Startup Ecosystem (2026)

€2.5B+
VC Investment (2026)
142+
Active Investors
€25K-€350K
Angel Check Size
#5
in EU Startups

Top Spain Angel Investors

Why Spain for Startups?

🌍 Spanish-Speaking Market

Access to 580M+ Spanish speakers worldwide. Spanish startups have a natural bridge to Latin America, the world's fastest-growing tech market, giving them a massive addressable market.

📱 Mobile World Capital

Barcelona hosts Mobile World Congress (MWC), the world's largest mobile tech event. This positions Spain at the center of global mobile innovation and attracts international tech talent.

🏖️ Talent & Lifestyle

Competitive cost of living compared to London or Paris, excellent quality of life, and Spain's Digital Nomad Visa attract international tech talent and remote-first startups.

Investment Focus by Industry

Notable Spanish Success Stories

🛵 Glovo

Barcelona-born delivery super-app operating across 25+ countries. Acquired by Delivery Hero for €2.3B, making it one of Spain's biggest tech exits ever.

🚗 Cabify

Madrid-headquartered ride-hailing platform operating across Spain and Latin America. Raised $500M+ and became one of Uber's main competitors in the Spanish-speaking world.

💸 Flywire

Founded by a Spanish entrepreneur, Flywire is a global payments platform for education, healthcare, and travel. NYSE-listed with $3B+ market cap, proving Spanish founders can build public companies.

🛍️ Wallapop

Barcelona-based second-hand marketplace with 15M+ users. Raised $280M+ and is one of Spain's most downloaded apps, leading the circular economy movement.

Spain Angel Networks & Groups

Business Angels Network Catalunya (BANC)
Leading Network

Catalonia's premier angel network connecting Barcelona's tech ecosystem with experienced investors. One of the most active angel groups in Southern Europe.

Keiretsu Forum Spain
Global Network

Spanish chapter of the world's largest angel investor network. Active in Madrid and Barcelona with regular deal flow presentations and syndicated investments.

Big Ban Angels
Madrid-Based

Madrid's leading business angel network connecting investors with innovative Spanish startups. Focuses on technology and digital businesses.

Lanzadera

Valencia-based accelerator founded by Juan Roig (Mercadona). One of Europe's largest startup accelerators, providing funding, mentorship, and office space.

Hot Sectors in Spain (2026)

💻
Technology
SaaS, marketplace, platform
🤖
AI/ML
NLP, automation, analytics
💰
Fintech
Payments, neobanks, BNPL
🏦
Banking
Digital banking, open finance
🌿
Sustainability
Clean tech, circular economy
🏨
Travel Tech
Hospitality, booking, tourism

How to Approach Spanish Angel Investors

The Spanish investor ecosystem is relationship-driven. Here's what works best:

Best Practices for Spain Outreach

  • Show LatAm potential: Spanish investors love startups that can expand to Latin America, leveraging the shared language and cultural connections.
  • Attend key events: South Summit (Madrid), 4YFN (Barcelona), and Mobile World Congress are essential networking events.
  • Build local community: Spanish startup culture is highly community-oriented. Engage with local startup hubs and coworking spaces.
  • Demonstrate capital efficiency: Spanish investors value lean operations and a clear path to profitability.
  • Join accelerators: Programs like Lanzadera, Wayra (Telefonica), and Plug and Play Spain provide direct investor access.

How to Use This Database Effectively

  1. Filter by sector: Use our filters to find investors who specialize in your industry vertical, whether that's fintech, travel tech, or AI/ML.
  2. Check investment stage: Ensure the investor's typical check size matches your current raise. Most Spanish angels invest €25K-€350K.
  3. Research portfolio: Study their existing investments to understand thesis alignment and potential conflicts.
  4. Craft personalized outreach: Reference specific portfolio companies and explain why your startup complements their investment thesis. Read our investor email guide.
  5. Follow up consistently: Stay in touch with quarterly updates showing growth metrics and milestones.

Access Spain Investor Database

Get verified contact info for 142+ Spain-based investors including angels, VCs, and family offices. Filter by industry, check size, and more.

Get Full Access →

Spain's startup ecosystem is booming, with Madrid and Barcelona both establishing themselves as top European tech hubs. The unique advantage of access to 580M+ Spanish speakers makes Spain an ideal base for global expansion. Browse all Spain investors or read our guide on how to email investors for outreach tips.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who are the top angel investors in Spain?+
Top Spanish angel investors include successful entrepreneurs from companies like Glovo, Cabify, and Wallapop, along with corporate executives from Telefonica, BBVA, and Santander. Many operate through Business Angels Network Catalunya (BANC), Keiretsu Forum Spain, and Big Ban Angels in Madrid. Browse all Spain investors.
How do I find angel investors in Spain?+
Find Spanish angel investors through networks like BANC and Keiretsu Forum Spain, accelerators like Lanzadera and Wayra, and events like South Summit in Madrid and 4YFN in Barcelona. Use platforms like Datapile to access verified contact information for 142+ Spanish investors. See proven methods to find angels.
What is the typical angel investment check size in Spain?+
Spanish angel investors typically write checks between €25,000 and €350,000. Syndicated deals through angel networks can pool capital for investments up to €500K-€1M. Spain's startup-friendly tax incentives and growing ecosystem are attracting larger check sizes. Read our complete check size guide.
What sectors are Spanish investors most interested in?+
Spanish investors are most active in Technology (38%), AI/ML (16%), and Fintech (14%). Travel tech, proptech, and sustainability are uniquely strong given Spain's tourism industry and EU green transition focus. Banking innovation is also prominent with support from major banks like BBVA and Santander.
Is Spain a good place to raise startup funding?+
Yes, Spain is one of the top startup ecosystems in Southern Europe. Madrid and Barcelona are both in the top 20 global startup ecosystems. The Spanish-speaking market of 580M+ people provides a huge expansion opportunity to Latin America. The Startup Act (Ley de Startups) provides tax benefits and visa facilitation for international founders. Explore Spain investors.