Costa Brava Guide

Activities - The geographic configuration of the Costa Brava make our area the perfect place to practise sport and walking. Walking tours taking advantage of these spaces which in the past were vital for good communications and relations between our towns, offer everyone the opportunity to enjoy unknown sites ...

Aiguablava, Begur, Costa Brava - Leaving Begur in the direction of Palafrugell we come to Platja d’Aiguablava which, like most of the municipality’s bays, enjoys a truly privileged geographical situation. Dominated to the west by the Ses Falugues mountain, it is flanked by Punta d’Es Mut and, to the rear Cap de ...

Aiguablava, Begur, Costa Brava - Leaving Begur in the direction of Palafrugell we come to Platja d’Aiguablava which, like most of the municipality’s bays, enjoys a truly privileged geographical situation. Dominated to the west by the Ses Falugues mountain, it is flanked by Punta d’Es Mut and, to the rear Cap ...

Aiguafreda Beach, Begur, Costa Brava - Aiguafreda beach can be reached directly by car or on foot from Sa Tuna. This small beach nestling beneath Puig Rodó mountain has a boat jetty and a pleasant picnic zone with stone tables and benches in the shelter of the pines. The tranquillity of this area and its spring make it a perfect ...

Aiguafreda Beach, Begur, Costa Brava - Aiguafreda beach can be reached directly by car or on foot from Sa Tuna. This small beach nestling beneath Puig Rodó mountain has a boat jetty and a pleasant picnic zone with stone tables and benches in the shelter of the pines. The tranquillity of this area and its spring make it a perfect ...

Archaeological Museum, Banyoles, Costa Brava - Archaeological Museum of Banyoles is housed in a Gothic palace, the centre features palaeontology and archaeology collections from different sites in the area. Archaeological Museum is distributed between two buildings. Most defining, the Archaeological and Paleontological Collection -the remains ...

Archaeological Museum, Banyoles, Costa Brava - Archaeological Museum of Banyoles is housed in a Gothic palace, the centre features palaeontology and archaeology collections from different sites in the area. Archaeological Museum is distributed between two buildings. Most defining, the Archaeological and Paleontological Collection -the ...

Archaeology Museum, Torroella de Montgri, Costa Brava - The Thalassa Foundation is promoting the creation of an interpretation centre for matters related with underwater archaeology, with headquarters in L’Estartit, in order to disseminate and research into the historical heritage to be found beneath the sea, the history of seafaring and the ...

Ava Gardner Statue, Tossa de Mar, Costa Brava - Hollywood arrived Tossa de Mar in the 50s, shortly before mass tourism started, putting Tossa de Mar on the map with the shooting of Pandora and the Flying Dutchman, starring screen stars Ava Gardner and James Mason. A statue of the actress was erected in Tossa de Mar old town in honour of her ...

Avinyonet Travel Guide - Avinyonet de Puigventos is an oasis of quietness very near Figueres (Dali Museum) and the French border. It is an ideal base for visiting the area (golf courses, museums, historic monuments and the best Costa Brava beaches). Luxurious and unusual is Hotel Mas Pau, surrounded by splendid gardens ...

Banyoles Travel Guide - 17 km up the freeway from Girona is the lakeside town of Banyoles, site of the 1992 Olympic rowing events. (If you're not in a rush to get to the lake, turn off the freeway at the signs for Palol, with its ruined castle and a fortified precinct, on this attractive alternate route to Banyoles.) ...

Beaches in Costa Brava - Banish your perception of the Costa Brava's beaches as package tour hell and enjoy some beautiful beaches surrounded by Mediterranean vegetation, and little coves tucked away among green pine trees. On a coast characterised by rocky coves, Pals beach is a stretch of fine golden sand more than two ...

Begur Beaches, Begur, Costa Brava - The Begur coast enjoys a shoreline of unparalleled beauty, whose cliffs and pines, the crystal waters of its hidden coves and its abrupt coastline, make this area one of the most characteristic of the Costa Brava. Begur has eight coves and beaches, located to the north, east and south of the town, ...

Begur Travel Guide - Begur is a town with a profound historical personality, the fruit of an intense existence. In the shelter of its medieval castle, coral divers, fishermen, “Indians” (wealthy emigrants returning from Spain’s West colonies) and cork workers have written brilliant pages of a story ...

Cadaques Beaches, Cadaques, Costa Brava - Along the bay of Cadaques and the nature reserve of Cap de Creus, there are  some  beaches and coves. Most of them are still genuine and wild with pure transparent waters. One of the most characteristic features of beaches and coves in this area are the pebbles and the rocks. The ...

Cadaques Travel Guide - The last resort on the Costa Brava before the French border, Cadaques is reached by a small winding road, twisting over the mountains from Roses, the nearest major center. Scenically, Cadaques is a knockout: crystal-blue water, fishing boats on the sandy beaches, old whitewashed houses, narrow ...

Cadaques Walks - The small streets characterize Cadaques. There is a certain charm about them. I thought they were really cute. At one point, you will arrive in a spot where you can see the town from above. Beautiful view on the sea and the boats. Photo Source: Turisme de ...

Calella Bay, L'Estartit, Costa Brava - A small rock bay which is 30 min. on foot from L’Estartit port. Before arriving we pass an extraordinary viewing point, with the Medes Islands in the background: Els Arquets. Also along the way we come across a geological well called Pou de la Calella, a vertical opening which is said to ...

Calella Beaches, Calella de Palafrugell, Costa Brava - The best beach for us is El Golfet. It isn't in the same town, you must go on foot 15 minutes on the coastline. Impressive sights walking over the sea!.   Another great beach is Port-Bo, where wvery first week of July Catalonian fisherman singers song about sea (Havaneres Festival of Calella ...

Calella de Palafrugell - Calella de Palafrugell is well known for the traditional architecture of its Voltes (archways) and for its traditional sings-songs at which Havaneres (sea shanties) are accompanied by cremat (coffee flamed with rum). A festival of havaneres is held in ...

Calella de Palafrugell Beaches, Calella de Palafrugell, Costa Brava - The coastline of the municipality is made up of endless rocks, cliffs, beaches and remote, extremely beautiful beaches. We recommend a trip by boat or kayak along our coastline to discover all its charm. The beaches of El Canadell, Port Bo and El Golfet have the blue flag distinctive, which is ...

Calonge Travel Guide - Calonge is situated on the Costa Brava, and has two main areas: Calonge, inland, and Sant Antoni de Calonge, by the sea. Outstanding in the town are its Medieval castle (12th-13th centuries), Sant Martí Church and Càlcul Street. It dates back to prehistoric times, as can be seen from ...

Camos Travel Guide - A few kilometres south of Banyoles, the village of Camós has a population of 600 and is surrounded by scattered farmhouses and hamlets. The Romanesque church of Santa Magdalena stands in the ...

Cap de Creus - The last resort on the Costa Brava before the French border, Cadaques is reached by a small winding road, twisting over the mountains from Roses, the nearest major center. Scenically, Cadaques is a knockout: crystal-blue water, fishing boats on the sandy beaches, old whitewashed houses, narrow ...

Cap Roig Botanical Garden, Calella de Palafrugell, Costa Brava - A project started by the Woevodski family in 1928 and continued by the Caixa Foundation of Girona. Located to the south of Calella de Palafrugell, in the area called El Golfet, it is a spacious site with huge terraces where you can admire all kinds of brightly coloured amelanchier ovalis ...

Casa Aigua Gelida, Tamariu, Costa Brava - High quality finish to this detached villa with private pool and gardens. The large windows enhance the sea views and peaceful surrounds. A south facing villa designed in very modern style with high quality finish. Large windows allow natural light to embrace the rooms. 900m from ...

Casa Alfora, Begur, Costa Brava - Sleeps 10.  Fully refurbished specious holiday villa on one level with direct sea views and large pool with diving board.  In a peaceful location equidistant from historic Begur and the beautiful golden sand beach resort of Sa Riera with waterfront restaurants. Aircon. A fabulous villa ...

Casa Bianca, Begur, Costa Brava - Sleeps 14. Built and furnished to a high specification with private pool and direct sea views. Three of the 5 bedrooms lead directly to the poolside terrace and the carefully designed garden offers many terraces with eating and sunbathing areas.  You can walk to the beach at Sa Riera (15mins) ...

Casa Erica, Begur, Costa Brava - Sleeps 6.  Villa with large private pool and sea views.  Undergoing extensive refurbishment with the addition of a third bedroom. For 2010 there will be super accommodation with 3 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms (one at poolside).  1.5km from Begur and 2km from Sa Riera beach.  ...

Casa Falugues, Begur, Costa Brava - Modern villa with high quality finish, private garden with a large private swimming pool. The property benefits from large windows that accentuate the natural light and views of the sea. Located in Ses Falugues, Aiguablava, Begur, only 1.5 km from the beach of Aiguablava and 5km from the centre ...

Casa Romero, Begur, Costa Brava - Sleeps 4.  Refurbished in 2008.  A charming villa with private pool and sea view, walking distance to Begur (20mins) and 2km from Sa Riera beach.  In a peaceful location with off road parking. A lovely hideaway! A delightful and beautifully presented villa set within its own ...

Casa Sa Riera, Sa Riera, Costa Brava - Sleeps 8.  Spacious comfortable villa on one level. Superb sea views and just 500m from the golden sand beach of Sa Riera. The beach has several waterfront restaurants, supermarket and beach shop. Additional poolside kitchen and eating area with bbq.  Villa Sa Riera is a traditional ...

Casa Tamariu, Tamariu, Costa Brava - Newly built villa located just 500 metres from the beach of Tamariu and situated in a very quiet area with a fantastic view over the bay of Tamariu. Private garden, views and private infinity pool 8 x 4 metres. The house is built on one level, comprising a spacious and bright living-dining ...

Church of Sant Pere, Figueres, Costa Brava - Figueres parish church. Probably raised on the site of a former early Christian church, the oldest parts still preserved date from the 10th-11th century in part of wall on the north side with an embrasure at the foot of the belltower. Towards the end of the 14th century King Peter the Ceremonious ...

Churucca, Llafranc, Costa Brava - Sleeps 12. Duplex apartment in an exclusive development of just 6 similar apartments with outstanding sea views and shared pool.  1.5km from the chic resort of Llafranc with its crescent beach, promenade and small marina. Internet. 5 bedroom duplex with shared swimming pool and sea views in ...

Club de Golf Girona, Sant Julia de Ramis, Costa Brava - Golf Girona was inaugurated in 1992. The course was designed by the prestigious architect F.G Hawtre, who described it as one of his finest creations. It has a privileged position in a splendid climate, where you can enjoy playing golf all year round. Situated up in the Girona Mountains only 5 ...

Coast of Montgri, L'Estartit, Costa Brava - This is one of the most abrupt and unspoiled stretches of coastline on the Costa Brava. From Montgó to L’Estartit there are the cliffs of the Montgrí mountains with their bays (Ferriol, El Falaguer, La Pedrosa, La Calella), caves and headlands (Milà head, Castell head and ...

Cocktail Rambo, Llafranc, Costa Brava - Every summer, on the second saturday of August the nightlife of Llafranc (Costa Brava) vibrates to the Cocktail Rambo. A fantastic live spectacle of fantasy, fun and fiesta. It all began in 1986, when a group of friends led by Josep Peiró, "el Tit” who regularly took part in ...

Costa Brava Medieval Towns and Villages - The medieval period was of enormous importance in the Girona area, with history forged by the great monasteries and the small independent earldoms, castles, Romanesque and Gothic churches... Starting out Leave Girona from the north exit, and take the C-66 towards La Bisbal d'Empordà. At ...

Costa Brava Walking Holiday, Costa Brava - Come and explore the little medieval villages and the towns of the Emporda (as this part of the Costa Brava is known locally), set in a network of idyllic landscapes to lose oneself in all year round. Enjoy a long walk without having to worry about your luggage, we will transport it for ...

Cycling - The Costa Brava is cycling country: push your pedals through spectacular landscapes, villages and towns - for the most part on surfaced roads with little traffic. The old paths of the railway network today disappeared are convertes in new cycling routes. More than 100 km of pointed out routes from ...

Dali House, Portlligat - Salvador Dali owned a house in Cadaques. This is where he lived for most of the times. It was a pity that I didn't have time to visit it. I heard that he used to add something new to his house, whenever he felt that he has changed. So I guess the house must be full of interesting ...

Dali Museum, Figueres, Costa Brava - The Salvador Dalí Museum is the permanent home of the world's most comprehensive collection of the renowned Spanish artist's work. The Dalí Theatre-Museum contains a wide variety of works which portray the artistic trajectory of the Empordanese painter, from his first artistic ...

Dali Museum, Figueres, Costa Brava - Inaugurated in 1974, the Dali Museum was atop the remains of the former Theatre of Figueres, and contains a broad spectrum of works covering the artistic career of Salvador Dali (1904-1989), from his early artistic experiences and his creations within the sphere of surrealism through to works ...

Dali's Costa Brava, Costa Brava - Salvador Dali, the great master of surrealism holds a great appeal for visitors to the Catalan Pyrenees and the Costa Brava. Figueres, Cadaques-Portlligat and Pubol form the three corners of Salvador Dali's Triangle. Figueres, the capital of the Alt Emporda, is located 37 km north of Girona and ...

El Gitano de Llafranc, Llafranc, Costa Brava - During the 1960’s, Salvador Dalí was a close friend of ‘El Gitano de Llafranc,’ ‘The Gypsy of Llafranc,’ the popular nickname of Manel Bisbe, one of the owners of the Hotel Llafranc. This hotel was one of the Costa Brava’s most important centres of ...

Els Griells Beach, L'Estartit, Costa Brava - Els Griells beach is situated between the Ter Vell Nature Reserve and the residential estate which lends it its name, Els Griells. It is not used as much as the main beach. Here are to be found the main water-sports operators. The Ter Vell Nature Reserve, backing onto the beach, makes its ...

Emporda Golf Course, Gualta,Costa Brava - The Emporda Golf Course is a superb 27-hole design from noted Texan architect Robert von Haage. Opened in 1991, the Emporda Golf Club is fully-established among Europe’s finest top 50 courses. Composed of three nine-hole loops, the Green, Blue and Gold Courses give the possibility of three ...

Ferriol Bay, L'Estartit, Costa Brava - After Montgo bay, this is the second-largest bay on the Montgrí coast. The path to take you to and back from Ferriol bay, on foot from the main trail, takes approximately an hour and a half. Length: 150 m Width: 30 to 70 m Sand: pebbles Depth: average Services: none. An ideal spot ...

Figueres Market, Figueres, Costa Brava - Every Thursday Figueres squares turn into one large market where food, local crafts and numerous more or less useful items are sold. If you are vegetarian, you can get some goat cheese produced in a peasants' cooperative near Figueres. You can also see a wide variety of spices, vegetables and ...

Figueres Restaurants and Cafeterias, Figueres, Costa Brava - Avoid restaurants at Placa Gala-Salvador Dali. Take a walk and you will find some good and cheap restaurants and ...

Figueres Travel Guide - In the heart of Catalonia, Figueres once played a role in Spanish history. Philip V wed Maria Luisa of Savoy here in 1701 in the church of San Pedro, thereby paving the way for the War of the Spanish Succession. But that historical fact is nearly forgotten today: The town is better known as the ...

Fornells, Begur, Costa Brava - The favourable conditions enjoyed by the town of Fornells have made it a pre-eminent summer-holiday and residential location. It is indeed a zone with a special charm, to which are added a pleasant temperature and abundant fishing. This explains how it has over the course of time gone from being a ...

Fornells, Begur, Costa Brava - The favourable conditions enjoyed by the town of Fornells have made it a pre-eminent summer-holiday and residential location. It is indeed a zone with a special charm, to which are added a pleasant temperature and abundant fishing. This explains how it has over the course of time gone from being a ...

Gala Dali House-Museum, Pubol, Costa Brava - Since 1996, Pubol's medieval castle, the residence of Salvador Dali's wife in the 1970s and his own in the early-1980s, has housed the Gala Dali House-Museum. Inside are paintings and drawings Dali gave to Gala for exhibition in the castle, as well as the elephant sculptures which decorate the ...

Girona City Travel Guide - The city of Girona has much to see in the way of a Cathedral, art & archaeology and an ancient Jewish quarter (El Call). The River Onyar divides the city from west to eat, most visitors spend their time on the east side in the old medieval part of the city. The Rambla, the main shopping ...

Golf Courses in Costa Brava - Are you a golf lover? Do you like challenges? You pack your golf clubs and we will do the rest: 10 golf courses in the Costa Brava to test your skills, a great climate, first class accommodation and a superb local cuisine to suit all tastes and budgets. The Costa Brava region offers nine top-class ...

Golf Serres de Pals, Pals, Costa Brava - Located between the villages of Pals and Torroella de Montgri and just at 2 kilometres of the Costa Brava, this newly-built championship course opened in October 2000, completing what the locals call the Golden Triangle of golf courses: Emporda, Pals and Serres de Pals. The course offers lovely ...

Havaneres Festival, Calella de Palafrugell, Costa Brava - Calella de Palafrugell is known for its traditional Havaneres, sea shanties brought back from Cuba by sailors in the 19th Century, which tell of lost loves and faraway ancestors. These lovely sing-songs are usually accompanied by guitar and accordion, and sometimes bass. Havaneres concerts are ...

Hipocrates Spa, Sant Feliu de Guixols, Costa Brava - With more than 20 years of experience, the 4 star Hotel & Spa Hipocrates offers the most advanced treatments in health and beauty. More than 2.500 m2 of modern installations designed and equipped to provide health, beauty and well-being, always adapting to your special needs. An extensive team ...

Hostal Sa Tuna, Begur, Costa Brava - Hostal Sa Tuna is located in an old fisherman’s house opposite Sa Tuna beach. A small sheltered cove in the Begur municipal area surrounded by pine trees and rampart walks which lead to the Sa Riera and Pals beaches. Hosta Sa Tuna is famous for its excellent seafood restaurant. Its five ...

Hotel Aiguablava, Begur, Costa Brava - The 4 star Hotel Aigua Blava is located next to the welcoming coves of Fornells and Aiguablava. It has 85 fully furnished bedrooms, distributed in small bungalows, surrounded by beautiful gardens overlooking the Mediterranean ...

Hotel Alga, Calella de Palafrugell, Costa Brava - We booked a Double Garden Room at Hotel Alga with one telephone call and email confirmation. Early June 2005. Rate was 95 euro per night, b&b. Separately booked flights via Ryanair (Luton/Girona) and car hire . All very simple and good value. Reasonably straightforward journey from Girona ...

Hotel Almadraba Park, Roses, Costa Brava - The 4 star Hotel Almadraba Park is a quiet resort perched on the rocks overlooking the sea. Hotel Almadraba Park welcomes quests to its 66 comfortable rooms. Carefully looked after installations, terraces and a special charm. Hotel Almadraba Park offers you a great Catalan gastronomic ...

Hotel Ancora, Palamos, Costa Brava - The 3 star Hotel Ancora is located a few metres from the peaceful beach of La Fosca. With 46 rooms, modern facilities, local and international excellent cuisine, Hotel Ancora can offer you an unforgettable stay anytime of the ...

Hotel Bonaigua, Begur, Costa Brava - The 3 star Hotel Bonaigua is located in Begur, next to the coves of Aiguablava and Fornells, the most beautiful coves of the Costa Brava, where the nature preserves its original charm. Hotel Bonaigua is walking distance from Begur touristic and cultural attractions (art galleries, markets, live ...

Hotel Cal Tet, L'Estartit, Costa Brava - Cal Tet, with exclusive installations and right in the middle of L’Estartit, opened to the public in March 2005. With its own modern style, its eleven rooms have a terrace with a private Jacuzzi and an innovative technology, with LCD satellite television or Internet ...

Hotel Carlemany, Girona City, Costa Brava - The 4 star Hotel Carlemany is the most charismatic hotels in Girona, located in the heart of this beautiful city, which is a historical, cultural, entertaiment and business centre par excellence. Hotel Carlemany has 90 spacious rooms available, all of them have excellent views and are decorated in ...

Hotel Casamar, Llafranc, Costa Brava - The 2 star Hotel Casamar is located in one of the most beautiful coves of the Costa Brava and in the town of Llafranc. Hotel Casamar offers 20 rooms and an large sun terrace which give the visitor the opportunity to enjoy a quiet and homely atmosphere. Hotel Casamar has been awarded with the ...

Hotel Castell d'Emporda, La Bisbal d'Emporda, Costa Brava - This lovely hotel provides a unique base for enjoying rich Catalan culture and having a restful and luxurious stay in an 800 year old castle. Located on top of a massif, the Puig dEn Marenys, between the Pyrenees and the Mediterranean, the castle once belonged to Pere Margarit, a captain who served ...

Hotel Costa Brava, Playa d'Aro, Costa Brava - I have been going to this hotel for ten years and sometimes twice a year. The staff are so friendly and treat you well. Food is good with plenty of choice. Themed nights also make a treat. Reception and hotel cleaning staff great. Sometimes I think about the price and blush great value for money ...

Hotel del Teatre, Regencos, Costa Brava - Situated in Regencos village square. This house was once the old village theatre. It has been superbly restored with all the comforts one needs for a restful break. Within easy reach of Palafrugell, Begur and the Empordà Golf ...

Hotel El Moli, Pont de Molins, Costa Brava - El Moli hotel and restaurant is situated within a beautiful landscape in the middle of forests and fields opening onto the banks of the River Muga. The natural stone building originates from the 17th century and was in full operation as a mill until 1960. It was restored and converted into a ...

Hotel Emporda, Figueres, Costa Brava - The 3 star Hotel Emporda is located at the northern entrance of the city of Figueres, next to the Dali's museum. Hotel Emporda was founded by Josep Mercader, one of the most prestigous figures in the Catalan gastronomy, making it an obligatory stop for all lovers of good cuisine. Hotel Emporda ...

Hotel Es Furio, Tamariu, Costa Brava - Within a stone's throw from the enchanting Tamariu beach, it still maintains the seaboard facade of a small fishing village. A peaceful, relaxing spot which becomes very busy at weekends in summer and all through the month of August. Ideal for a restful break and for short excursions by the ...

Hotel Garbi, Calella de Palafrugell, Costa Brava - Just 200 metres from Calella de Palafrugell and 30 minutes from five golf courses, the Serra family run a welcoming hotel, the Garbí. A hotel where guests can swim in the heated swimming pool in the garden or relax in the jacuzzi in their room. And where they can enjoy refined Mediterranean ...

Hotel Hipocrates, Sant Feliu de Guixols, Costa Brava - The 4 star Hotel Hipocrates is ideally located in Sant Feliu de Guixols, in the heart of the Costa Brava. It is a prestigious resort which combines holiday and health. Hipocrates is a comfortable hotel with a friendly, family environment, offereing every possible service and facility. The hotel has ...

Hotel Hostalillo, Tamariu, Costa Brava - The 3 star Hotel Hostalillo is located in one of the most beautiful spot on the Costa Brava. Surrounded by pine trees, on the coast. 70 rooms with en suite bathroom and television, garden overlooking the sea, wide patios, meeting room, bar and ...

Hotel La Costa, Pals, Costa Brava - The 4 star Hotel La Costa is located in the heart of the Costa Brava, less than 100 metres from a long, sandy beach, bordered by the Platja de Pals Golf Club and close to the Serres de Pals Golf Club, its own golf courses. The hotel is less than 2 km away from the Basses d’en Coll Nature ...

Hotel La Placa, Madremanya, Costa Brava - Hotel La Placa is located in an old 15th Century farmstead, in the centre of the medieval village of Madremanya. Stones, tiles, original barrel and Bohemian arches have survived and have been combined with present day decoration. Rooms are equipped with fireplaces, creating an enchanting ...

Hotel Les Illes, L'Estartit, Costa Brava - L’Estartit is one of the most important tourist centres of the Costa Brava. Therefore you should choose the kindness and the very personal service of the Hotel Les Illes. It is located in front of the port and at 2 minutes distance from the boats. This hotel is specially conceived for ...

Hotel Llafranch, Llafranc, Costa Brava - The 3 star Hotel Llafranch is a family run resort situated on the promenade facing the sea, with 26 fully equipped rooms. Hotel Llafranch offers a wide range of top quality traditional and gourmet cuisine. It is open all ...

Hotel Llevant, Llafranc, Costa Brava - The 3 star Hotel Llevant is situated right on the sea front promenade of the typical fisherman’s village of Llafranc. Hotel Llevant is a small, family run hotel offering guests elegant facilities in its 24 rooms and excellent ...

Hotel Mas de Torrent, Torrent, Costa Brava - The 5 star Hotel Mas de Torrent is situated in the beutiful village of Torrent, very near the nicest beaches and coves of the Costa Brava (Begur, Llafranc, Calella, Aiguablava, Palamos…), the Roman remains at Empuries and the medieval cities of Pals and Peratallada. Mas de Torrent is ...

Hotel Mas Falgarona, Avinyonet, Costa Brava - The 4 star Mas Falgarona is located where the plain meets the eastern Pyrenees near Figueres, in a traditional 15th Century manor house, now converted into a privileged Hotel. In these times of incessant change, Mas Falgarona, the people who lives there, the scenery, the quiet, the cooking and the ...

Hotel Mas Pau, Avinyonet, Costa Brava - Surrounded by splendid gardens and situated in a country setting, the Hotel Mas Pau and its prestigious restaurant occupies a 16th Century farmhouse which has been perfectly restored and carefully decorated with valuable antiques. All of this creates a sumptuous atmosphere which is the ideal ...

Hotel Mas Salvi, Pals, Costa Brava - This newly-opened hotel is in a 17th century Catalan country house surrounded by meadows of alfafa and corn. In the original building, there is a large upper attic floor with fireplace and six lovely suites with garden or private terrace, and in a garden annex building, there are another 16 ...

Hotel Melia Golf Vichy Catalan, Caldes De Malavella, Costa Brava - The Melia Golf Vichy Catalan is located in the heart of the PGA Golf de Catalunya, alongside Caldes de Malavella, a spa resort on the Costa Brava in notheast Spain. Although modern in design, decorated in warm and welcoming colours and employing superior quality materials, the hotel is superbly ...

Hotel Mirallac, Banyoles, Costa Brava - Hotel Mirallac ia a four star resort located next to Banyoles lake and only 20 kilometers from the city of Girona. Hotel Mirallac offers 27 rooms with bathrooms, television and meeting rooms. Hotel Mirallac excellent location makes it an ideal place to relax, walk or practice adventure sports like ...

Hotel Nieves Mar, L'Escala, Costa Brava - On the seafront, with wonderful views of the Gulf of Roses, the 3 star Hotel Nieves Mar offers its 65 rooms and 10 suites, all completely renovated, extremely comfortable and with sea views. Managed by the owner with a homely and cordial atmosphere. You can also taste the fish and seafood ...

Hotel Peninsular, Girona City, Costa Brava - Hotel Peninsular is a gem located in the historical and commercial centre of Girona, at only 5 minutes on foot from the Girona cathedral. Hotel Peninsular experience welcoming guest for over 150 years is a guarantee of quality and good service. Hotel Peninsular offers completely refurbished ...

Hotel Picasso, Torroella de Montgri, Costa Brava - The 3 star Hotel Picasso is situated in the most peaceful area of the Costa Brava. The quality and variety of its services together with its fine cuisine make it a very pleasant family hotel. Hotel is 400 metres from the spacious and solitary beach of La Gola, situaded in front of the Medes ...

Hotel Playa Sol, Cadaques, Costa Brava - Hotel Playa Sol staff is very nice and extremely hospitable. Breakfast is included, and you can go downstairs in the breakfast parlor between 8am and 11am. This may be different in the summer. The food is great, and the views from both the dining room and the parlor are unbelievable. You will be ...

Hotel Playa Sol, Cadaques, Costa Brava - The 3 star Hotel Playa Sol is located in the bay of Cadaques. It has one of the most beautiful and charecteristic view to be found in Cadaques. The amenities are modern an comfortable. There is a large garden with a swimming pool and restaurant, which is open in summer, private garage, rooms with ...

Hotel Rosamar, Sant Antoni de Calonge, Costa Brava - The 3 star Hotel Rosamar is a friendly resort well located only few metres from a beautiful sandy beach, with splendid views over Palamos bay from the terraces of its comfortable and spacious rooms. Hotel Rosamar high standards of service and welcoming family atmosphere make it the ideal ...

Hotel S'Agaro, S'Agaro, Costa Brava - Light, airy and refreshingly modern in design, the S’Agaro Hotel puts you in a peaceful frame of mind the moment you cross the threshold. And with its hillside location, where only the birds in the pine-tops disturb the serenity, you are assured of a restful time here, whatever you do. If ...

Hotel Sa Punta, Pals, Costa Brava - Hotel Sa Punta is quality resort located in a quiet area, just a fifteen minute walk to the main Pals beach and surrounded by spacious gardens, terraces and two swimming pools (one with salt water). The large, air-conditioned rooms are all beautifully decorated and have private bathroom, ...

Hotel Sala de Camos, Camos, Costa Brava - The 3 star Hotel Sala de Camos is settled in a restored Historical building situated at the bottom of a valley, next to the Sant Vicenç de Camós Church. Its Gothical hall is fitted out as a restaurant for its guests, its wacthtower has a fireplace and library, and a hall made ...

Hotel San Jorge, Platja d'Aro, Costa Brava - Looking out to the sea on a lovely stretch of the Costa Brava, overlooking two coves and surrounded by pine-trees that frame the immense blue of the Mediterranean sea, is the 4 star Hotel San Jorge. Its 119 rooms are fully equipped with air conditioning, en suite facilities, direct telephone, ...

Hotel Sant Roc, Calella de Palafrugell, Costa Brava - A peaceful, 3 star family hotel, built in 1954, set directly on a cliff top overlooking the sea in the authentic heart of the Costa Brava. Its position is unbeatable and is only 300 metres from the centre of the village. The hotel boasts a magnificent terrace and a wooded garden set right on a ...

Hotel Terramar, Llafranc, Costa Brava - The 3 star Hotel Terramar is located on the sea front of the magnificent beach of Llafranc. Discover this warm and friendly hotel, set in beautiful surroundings opposite the sea. Its history goes back to the year 1934, when Llafranc was nothing but a little cove of fishermen. Slowly, holiday-makers ...

Hotel Terraza, Roses, Costa Brava - The 4 star Hotel Terraza is located on the beach of Roses. It is a homely and comfortable hotel with all modern amenities. Hotel Terraza has also lounges facing the sea, bar, restaurant serving international cuisine, indoor swimming pool, suna, hydromassage, mini golf, tennis court, games room, ...

Hotels in Costa Brava - Costa Brava hotel guide is a selection of the best charming Costa Brava Hotels. We offer you a selection of friendly and warm small quality Costa Brava Accommodation throughout the Costa Brava. The hotels are chosen not only for their location but also charm and good food. Most are independent, ...

Illa Roja, Sa Riera, Costa Brava - Sleeps 10-11.  A high spec. villa in an enviable location, just 500m from the golden sand beaches of Pals, Illa Roja and Sa Riera.  You can hear the sea from the terrace!  Begur is just 3.5km away.  Magnificent views, space and comfort. Fantastic sea views and private pool. ...

Jewish History Museum, Girona, Costa Brava - Jewish History Museum wants the rehabilitation of Girona's old Jewish Quarter, as well as housing temporary exhibitions on themes related to Jewish culture. Jewish History Museum services also include a specialised documentation centre and library. Activities related to Jewish culture throughout ...

Jewish History Museum, Girona, Costa Brava - Jewish History Museum wants the rehabilitation of Girona's old Jewish Quarter, as well as housing temporary exhibitions on themes related to Jewish culture. Jewish History Museum services also include a specialised documentation centre and library. Activities related to Jewish culture throughout ...

Josep Pla Foundation, Palafrugell, Costa Brava - The Josep Pla Foundation is located in the author's birth house and the neighbouring house. There, you can consult the Josep Pla library and the Documentation Centre, which contains the collection of manuscripts, the collection of images and the newspaper library. In his birth house, there is a ...

L'Escala Beaches, L'Escala, Costa Brava - West and North of L'Escala centre, the Cami de les Dunes footpath leads along the shoreline past a string of beautiful and small coves as far as the Greek and Roman ruins at Empuries and the neighbouring village of Sant Marti d'Empuries. Platja de les Muscleres  is a fine sandy beach in ...

L'Escala Travel Guide - At the southern end of the Gulf of Roses is L’Escala, a seafaring town and long-established fishing port, specialising in red fish (sardines, herrings etc.) and salted anchovies. There are many typical restaurants. Along the coast are tourist developments, such a Cala Riells, with a ...

L'Estartit Beaches, L'Estartit, Costa Brava - The Platja Gran of L'Estartit is a long beach divided into three sectors: the main beach (1 km x 100 m), Els Griells beach (0.5 km x 50 m) and La Pletera beach (1.8 km x 70 m). The zones for swimming and the zones for water sports are clearly marked by buoys. Situated facing the town ...

L'Estartit Travel Guide - L'Estartit is most outstanding for its interesting landscapes and stunning natural beauty, with views over the bay, the Medes Islands and the surrounding protected countryside. Within the village, special mention should be made of the fishing harbour and the Passeig del Molinet seafront promenade. ...

La Bisbal d'Emporda Travel Guide - La Bisbal d’Emporda is the chief town of the Baix Emporda region; it is a busy market town serving the whole comarca. For centuries it has been a pottery manufacturing town and still boasts a school of pottery and numerous workshops. It was formerly a domain of the bishops of Girona (hence ...

La Colina, Begur, Costa Brava - Sleeps 10.  Finished to a high standard with outstanding panoramic views of sea and countryside.  Private pool, terraces and ‘away from it all’ lawned garden with built in bbq.  South facing with three bedrooms leading to poolside.  Begur is 1km and the pretty beach ...

La Julivia, Begur, Costa Brava - Sleeps 8. Outstanding south facing villa with well proportioned accommodation on one level with an extra poolside kitchen with built in bbq.  Also at poolside is a shower room and wc.  The sea and country views are truly panoramic and you will find peace and comfort in this delightful ...

La Plata, Tamariu, Costa Brava - This modern and exclusive villa is built into the rocks, located right in front of the sea. Situated in quiet Aigua Gelida, approxiamtely 1.5 km from the beach of Tamariu, you benefit from the peace and tranquillity of the ocean, whilst being close to restaurants, shops and the beach. This ...

La Pletera Beach, L'Estartit, Costa Brava - La Pletera beach is the least-used section, with practically no houses in the vicinity. Along with the Ter Vell Nature Reserve, this beach is included in a programme for restoration of the coastal dunes and Baix Empordà marshes. Its surroundings and its limited accessibility make it a ...

Les Dunes, Torroella de Montgri, Costa Brava - Sandy dune on the path to the summit of the Gran mountain, with grasses and pine groves planted at the beginning of the 20th century to secure the sands which used to be carried away by the north wind from the Gulf of ...

Les Voltes, Calella de Palafrugell, Costa Brava - Built in the 19th century, Les Voltes is situated in front of the Port Bo and Calau beaches. Previously was used by the fishermen for sheltering from the rain. In about the 1950s, the modern vaults of carrer de Miramar were ...

Llafranc Beaches, Llafranc, Costa Brava - The coastline of Llafranc is made up of endless rocks, cliffs, beaches and remote, extremely beautiful beaches. We recommend a trip by boat or kayak along our coastline to discover all its charm. The beach of Llafranc has the blue flag distinctive, which is granted each year by the European ...

Llafranc Beaches, Llafranc, Costa Brava - The coastline of Llafranc is made up of endless rocks, cliffs, beaches and remote, extremely beautiful beaches. We recommend a trip by boat or kayak along our coastline to discover all its charm. The beach of Llafranc has the blue flag distinctive, which is granted each year by the European ...

Llafranc Travel Guide - Llafranc (2 km north of Calella de Palafrugell) is one of three coastal towns belonging to the municipality of Palafrugell. The combination of a very good summer climate and excellent beaches is exploited for both domestic and international tourism. Llafranc has retained a more traditional look ...

Llanca Travel Guide - Located in Alt Empordà, only 160 km away from Barcelona, and 15 km away from the border with France, the village of Llançá has become a popular holiday destination for those seeking peace and quiet. The town is also remarkable because of its historic-artistic heritage, of which ...

Lloret de Mar Travel Guide - On the most southerly part of the Costa Brava, lies the town of Lloret de Mar. With a deep seaside tradition, today it is one of the largest tourist centres on Girona's sea front. Beaches and coves with clear water combine with an interesting historic centre and a wide range of accommodation and ...

Madremanya Travel Guide - Madremanya is a beautifully preserved example of a medieval village. Madremanya is located between Girona and La Bisbal ...

Mas Pinell Beach, L'Estartit, Costa Brava - This beach is 5 km from L’Estartit as the crow flies and 13 km away by road; it can be reached by car. Length: 1.3 km Average width: 80 m Sand: fine Depth: medium Services: Showers, wastepaper baskets, beach bar. Lounger/sunshade hire. Paddleboats, surfing. Car ...

Montgo Bay, L'Estartit, Costa Brava - This is the major geographical feature of the entire Montgrí sealine. Its rounded shape has given rise to the hypothesis that it could be a former doline that sank, filled with water and enlarged by the action of the sea. In Roman times it was used as a point of disembarkation, as shown by ...

Montgri Castle, Torroella de Montgri, Costa Brava - Symbol of the municipality. Started in 1294 at the orders of King James II, due to a confrontation with the earldom of Empúries, the works were interrupted in 1301 and the building left unfinished. The walls were raised, forming a square with the four towers built onto each of the ...

More Destinations - Costa Brava has been considered a package holiday, fish and chips and sangria destination, an image based only on few towns of the Southern Costa Brava. The real Costa Brava is a diverse region of extraordinary natural beauty and heritage (Dali, Romanesque, Roman Ruins). ...

Municipal Museum of Tossa de Mar, Tossa de Mar, Costa Brava - Apart from displaying the pictorial work of Marc Chagall and other contemporany artists, this museum exhibits a well-endowed collection of Roman archeological remains from ...

Museu de la Pesca, Palamos, Costa Brava - A reflection of the history, and of the past and current life of the seamen and women. The aim is to protect, promote and research the maritime fishing heritage of the Catalan coast. The only one of its kind in the Mediterranean. Services offered: guided tours, workshops, itineraries, sea trips ...

Museum Art-2000, Torroella de Montgri, Costa Brava - This museum has the painting collection of the Vila Casas Private Foundation on exhibition. The building which houses the permanent exhibition is one of Torroella’s most notable civil buildings. We do not know precisely the year it was built in, but it belonged to various noble families ...

Museums and Galleries - The great artistic heritage of the Costa Brava region is housed in the whole designated museums and galleries where visitors can admire diverse artistic tendencies of every style and ...

Palamos Beaches, Palamos, Costa Brava - All Palamos’ beaches are easy to reach on foot or by vehicle and give beachgoers the option of choosing between the sandy beaches of Gran de Palamós, La Fosca or Castell, the rocky Cala Margarida or Cala S’Alguer coves, or a mixture of the two, such as Cala Estreta. ...

Palamos Fishing Port, Palamos, Costa Brava - Palamos is the most important fishing port in the province of Girona, with centuries of history, and the harbour makes a very interesting ...

Palamos Travel Guide - Palamos is situated at the eastern end of the wide bay that bears its name. On a headland overlooking the busy port for fishing, trade and pleasure boats, which was founded in 1279 by the King Peter II “the Great”, stands the old quarter, with its still medieval layout. The modern ...

Palau Saverdera Travel Guide - Palau Saverdera is a small traditional Catalan village in Girona Province a couple of miles from Roses and Cadaques. It has a resident population of under 1,000 people, yet boasts several exceptional restaurants. El Bulli, recently voted as the World's Top Restaurant, is just 15 minutes ...

Pals Golf Course, Pals, Costa Brava - Established in 1966 and designed by FW Hawtree, Club de Golf Pals is one of Spain's finest courses and has held numerous national and European events including the Spanish Open, Catalan Open, Spanish amateur and other professional championships. It runs parallel with the beautiful white sands of ...

Pals Travel Guide - The municipality of Pals is made up of 2 areas, the three-and-a-half kilometre beach of Pals, ideal for water sports and the inland restored medieval village of Pals. You have the chance to play other sports such as golf, tennis and so on. Here the visitor will find a ...

Passeig del Canadell, Calella de Palafrugell, Costa Brava - In the mid 19th century, the first summer-houses with basements started to be built in Canadell. The current promenade, previously called Terrassa dates from the same period. In the Passeig del Canadell you will find the summer residence of the Catalan writer Josep ...

Pedrosa Bay, L'Estartit, Costa Brava - A small bay snuggled in a heavenly setting among pine trees and rocks, so that the visitor cannot resist a swim in the summer and gazing at the scene in winter. Out facing the bay is Pedrosa island, just to put the finishing touch on the scene. The path to and back from Pedrosa bay on foot, ...

Peralada Golf Course, Peralada, Costa Brava - The Golf Club Peralada, spread over 140 hectares, is in the heart of Alt Emporda, in a privileged location, just ten minutes from the Costa Brava and from the Pyrenees and an hour from Barcelona. 18 holes Golf Course (Par 71), 5.990m. 9 holes Pitch & Put, putting green and approach area, ...

Peralada Music Festival, Peralada, Costa Brava - Every July and August the grounds of Peralada's castle host a prestigious music and dance festival. The Peralada International Music Festival is organised, run and financed through a non profit-making Castell de Peralada Cultural Foundation. It is held in Perelada, a small village with 1.500 ...

Peralada Spa, Peralada, Costa Brava - The philosophy of the Peralada Wine Spa is based on a therapy using extracts from the wine to help achieve improvements in health through relaxation and personalised treatments. The different treatments using grape-derivatives combat free radicals stimulate the production of collagen fibres and ...

Peralada Travel Guide - Peralada is another important fortified precinct with several noteworthy buildings. The main attraction is the impressive castle of the Rocaberti family which stands in the midst of a large park. The castle is now the site for the luxurious Casino of Peralada, with roulette, blackjack, baccarat, ...

Peratallada Castle, Peratallada, Costa Brava - The village was documented as early as 1065. You can make out two clearly different sectors: the fortified centre and the palace. The fortified or defensive centre, in other words, the castle itself, are built on an enormous base of sandy rock. The palace is made up of various bodies of ...

Peratallada Travel Guide - The village of Peratallada is found just at the point of contact between the Gavarres hills and the lands of the plain of the Baix Emporda, to the left of the Grossa stream. The village, which was declared a historic-artistic monument is one of the most important centres in Catalonia, with regard ...

PGA Golf de Catalunya, Caldes de Malavella, Costa Brava - One of the best courses in Spain, the PGA Golf de Catalunya has hosted European PGA Tour events including the Spanish Peugeot Open in 2000. The Sarazen World Open Championship was played there in October 1999 and that year, the course was host to the European Seniors Qualifying School. Already ...

Platja d'Aro Travel Guide - Platja d'Aro is the most touristic and commercial complex on the Costa Brava. Platja d'Aro is located in an enchanting spot in the heart of the Costa Brava, next to a beach of golden sand, plentiful in small heavenly creeks which will undoubtedly delight those who enjoy nature and fishing. ...

Platja de l'Illa Roja, Begur, Costa Brava - From Sa Riera there runs in the direction of Pals beach a coastal path which leads to Illa Roja bay and then emerges at Racó beach. The nudist nature of Platja de l’Illa Roja means that it supplements the zone’s tourist provision. Presided over by a great rock of a reddish colour ...

Platja del Raco, Begur, Costa Brava - There runs from Sa Riera towards Pals beach a coastal path that leads to Illa Roja bay and, further on, to the Racó beach. Platja del Racó is the last beach belonging to Begur municipality. An atmosphere of stillness and calm reigns over it, making it very well-suited for those ...

Platja del Raco, Begur, Costa Brava - There runs from Sa Riera towards Pals beach a coastal path that leads to Illa Roja bay and, further on, to the Racó beach. Platja del Racó is the last beach belonging to Begur municipality. An atmosphere of stillness and calm reigns over it, making it very well-suited for those ...

Platja Fonda, Begur, Costa Brava - From Fornells, by passing along a coastal path, one reaches Platja Fonda, a highly singular bay both in its location and access and its physical features. The beach is quite literally sunken down to a remarkable depth in relation to the path along which one gets to it, the last section being formed ...

Platja Fonda, Begur, Costa Brava - From Fornells, by passing along a coastal path, one reaches Platja Fonda, a highly singular bay both in its location and access and its physical features. The beach is quite literally sunken down to a remarkable depth in relation to the path along which one gets to it, the last section being formed ...

Pont de Molins Travel Guide - Pont de Molins is situated within a beautiful landscape in the middle of forests and fields opening onto the banks of the River Muga. Pont de Molins has a great place to stay, the comfortable Hotel El Moli. The Costa Brava beaches are only 18 km away, the French border 20km and Figueres 8 ...

Regencos Travel Guide - Regencos is a small medieval stone village a couple of miles from Begur, Tamariu and Llafranc in Girona ...

Restaurant Casamar, Llafranc, Costa Brava - Has been the chef Quim Casellas, who after years of learning has created along with a great team and his sister Mary the great adventure of making a restaurant Casamar great reference in the area. Hotel - Restaurant Casamar C/ Del Nero, 3 - 17211 Llafranc - Girona Tel: +34 ...

Restaurant El Bulli, Roses, Costa Brava - Located in Roses, on the Costa Brava, El Bulli is open only from April to September. During the other six months, the chefs are holed up in their laboratory in Barcelona devising new and exciting recipes. El Bulli is said to be booked out a year in advance, and virtually every serious chef ...

Restaurant El Moli, Pont de Molins - El Moli restaurant is situated within a beautiful landscape in the middle of forests and fields opening onto the banks of the River Muga. The natural stone building originates from the 18th century and was in full operation as a mill until 1960. It was restored and converted into a restaurant ...

Restaurant Es Furio, Tamariu, Costa Brava - Originally a house belonging to fishermen it was turned into a hotel in 1934 and renovated in 1993, always having been owned by the Suquet family. This small hotel has become an emblematic establishment on the unbeatably beautiful beach at Tamariu. It offers seafood cuisine, based on traditional ...

Restaurant Mas Pau, Avinyonet, Costa Brava - Mas Pau menu is marked from the beginning by a constant approximation to Empordanese cooking through the most characteristic and distinctive products of the district, but viewed from an enormously personal and imaginative perspective. The finest vegetables from the market of Figueres, the ...

Restaurant Terramar, Llafranc, Costa Brava - Restaurant Terramar menu offers you an accurate selection of dishes elaborated with seasonal local products you will be able to taste in our restaurant in front of the sea. Restaurant Terramar cosy sea terrace offers you the chance to have lunch, have dinner, have a snack or simply have a drink ...

Restaurants - The Costa Brava has an excellent cuisine based on fresh fish and seafood, grilled or baked in salt or cooked as a stew in the traditional dish suquet. Each area has its own peculiarities: along the coast, you will find a myriad of specialities from the sea: seafood, fish, etc., with ...

Roses Travel Guide - Once the oldest town in Catalonia (Rhode), Roses is a living museum mapped out by the traces of the passing ages, and as a privileged place that was lodged deeply in the affections of the many cultures who once inhabited its past. Adorned by a wide and varied range of artistic and historical ...

S'Agaro Travel Guide - The residential area of S'Agaro stands on a rocky headland between Platja d'Aro and Sant Feliu. Development began in 1924 on private initiative and the original plans, by Rafael Maso, were extended in 1940 by Francesc Folguera in the same refined, classical noucentista style. Photo Source: Hotel ...

Sa Conca Beach, Cadaques, Costa Brava - If you are in Cadaques during summer and would like to splash in the water and sunbath for a while there is a quite a small peeble beach (all the beaches in Cadaques have peebles) named Sa Conca. Once you are in the centre of Cadaques at the seafront just go all the way to the left around the ...

Sa Riera, Begur, Costa Brava - Sa Riera is Begur’s largest beach and the one closest to the town. It is very easy to get to from the town, simply by taking the ring road and going down to the bay. It can also be reached from Sa Tuna or Aiguafreda along the road that connects the various towns. Sa Riera, whose name comes ...

Sa Riera, Begur, Costa Brava - Sa Riera is Begur’s largest beach and the one closest to the town. It is very easy to get to from the town, simply by taking the ring road and going down to the bay. It can also be reached from Sa Tuna or Aiguafreda along the road that connects the various towns. Sa Riera, whose name comes ...

Sa Tuna, Begur, Costa Brava - Tucked into and protected naturally by the Punta d’Es Plom and Cap Sa Sal headlands, Sa Tuna bay has retained its ancestral beauty almost intact and is outstanding for its calm atmosphere and the quality of its crystal-clear waters. The slatey colour of the beach lends a sensation of ...

Sa Tuna, Begur, Costa Brava - Tucked into and protected naturally by the Punta d’Es Plom and Cap Sa Sal headlands, Sa Tuna bay has retained its ancestral beauty almost intact and is outstanding for its calm atmosphere and the quality of its crystal-clear waters. The slatey colour of the beach lends a sensation of ...

Sailing Clubs and Marinas - Lovers of sailing can choose from a wide variety of services, from courses organised by the sailing clubs to hiring sailing boats with or without a skipper, or organised cruises for small groups. Sailing allows you to contemplate the coastline from a privileged position and reach places only ...

Salvador Dali House-Museum, Cadaques, Costa Brava - Salvador Dali House-Museum is situated in Portlligat bay, north of Cadaques. The house is surrounded by the landscape and bathed in the light which Dali always reflected in his paintings. Indispensable for all those seeking to understand the painter's peculiar universe. Dali's studio, library ...

Sant Antoni de Calonge - Sant Antoni de Calonge is a lovely village with a medieval layout crowding around the castle of the Dukes of Sessa, which was built in the 12th Century. Sant Antoni de Calonge has developed considerably through tourism along the beach which continues as far as Palamos. Around Sant Antoni de ...

Sant Feliu de Guixols - Sant Feliu de Guixols is an eminently Mediterranean town situated at the heart of the Costa Brava and surrounded by hills with woods of pine and holm oak, wich has become an important holiday resort offering visitors a wide range of services. All year round Sant Feliu has an intense commercial ...

Sant Feliu de Guixols History Museum - Permanent exhibitions featuring prehistoric and ancient civilisations; ceramics, crystal and art; rescues at sea and the cork room. Plus temporary exhibitions. The Museum began with the display of the archaeological finds of Eduardo González Hurtebiese at Punta dels Guíxols in the ...

Sant Pere Pescador - Sant Pere Pescador (12km north of L'Escala) is surrounded by natural spaces of wonderful landscape and natural interest and crossed by the River Fluvia. It has the benefit of a sandy 7km long beach. The first reference to the town dates from 974 when it was owned by the monastery of Sant Pere de ...

Sights in Costa Brava - Anyone can find theit perfect retreat in the Costa Brava, a range that encompasses a diversity of landscapes rarely equalled in Europe. Between the balmy beaches of the Mediterranean lie regions of lush meadowland, swathes of dense broadleaf forest, weirdly eroded limestone pinnacles and valleys so ...

Siurana Travel Guide - Siurana is a small farming village of some 140 inhabitants. From its highest point there is a view down over the sea — the nearest beaches being in Sant Pere Pescador and Sant Marti d’Empuries — as well as of the Canigó mountain to the northeast. The nearest town is ...

Spas in Costa Brava - The the Costa Brava area has many health resorts which do not only offer peaceful rest and comfortable accommodation, but also their medicinal waters which are especially appropiate for many ailments. At the same time, they are important tourist centers in lovely surroundings and close to ...

Tamariu Beaches, Tamariu, Costa Brava - The coastline of Tamariu is made up of endless rocks, cliffs, beaches and remote, extremely beautiful beaches. We recommend a trip by boat or kayak along our coastline to discover all its charm. The beach of Tamariu has the blue flag distinctive, which is granted each year by the European ...

Tamariu Beaches, Tamariu, Costa Brava - The coastline of Tamariu is made up of endless rocks, cliffs, beaches and remote, extremely beautiful beaches. We recommend a trip by boat or kayak along our coastline to discover all its charm. The beach of Tamariu has the blue flag distinctive, which is granted each year by the European ...

Tamariu Travel Guide - Tamariu is situated 4km north of Llafranc in a tranquil and secluded bay of the Costa Brava. It's name comes from the presence of many Tamarind trees along the promenade. Tamariu is typical of the many small coves set amongst rugged pine covered cliffs cascading down to meet the crystal clear ...

The Lake of Banyoles, Banyoles, Costa Brava - The Lake of Banyoles is one of the largest in the Iberian Peninsula and one of the most important natural phenomena in southern Europe. This, along with the fact that it is set in idyllic countryside, has converted it into one of the main attractions of the region. You can carry out all kinds of ...

The Mae West Room, Dali Museum, Figueres, Costa Brava - The Mae West Room is located in the Dali Theater-Museum. Couch shaped like a woman's red lips sat before a nose-shaped fireplace below two abstract paintings. If you climb a staircase and look through a lens the paintings become eyes, sofa lips fireplace nose frames by a giant curtain of hair ...

The Mae West Room, Dali Museum, Figueres, Costa Brava - The Mae West Room is located in the Dali Theater-Museum. Couch shaped like a woman's red lips sat before a nose-shaped fireplace below two abstract paintings. If you climb a staircase and look through a lens the paintings become eyes, sofa lips fireplace nose frames by a giant curtain of hair ...

Torremirona Golf Club, Navata, Costa Brava - Torremirona Golf Club set in 122 hectares of park land four miles west of Figueres, near the village of Navata, 20 km south from the border with France, in the middle of the wonderful countryside of the Catalonia Pyrenees, with views over the Costa Brava. Situated 120 km to the north of ...

Torremirona Spa, Navata, Costa Brava - Spa resort offers its guests a Sport and Leisure Centre considered to be one of the most innovative in Europe where you can relax and enjoy your free time. Fitness and health centre 3.600 m2 with Spa, sauna, hydro-massage, indoor and outdoor swimming pools, 4 tennis courts green-set and 4 ...

Torrent Travel Guide - The medieval village of Torrent, 6km west of Begur, has managed to preserve its rustic feel while still injecting a vitality into its labyrinth of narrow streets and ...

Torroella de Montgri - Torroella de Montgri and l'Estartit are two centres of population of the same town with the most variety on the Costa Brava. On the coast you can enjoy the endless sandy beach, and miles and miles of totally unspoilt rocky coastline, with beautiful little corners and coves, with pine groves that ...

Torroella de Montgri - Torroella de Montgri and l'Estartit are two centres of population of the same town with the most variety on the Costa Brava. On the coast you can enjoy the endless sandy beach, and miles and miles of totally unspoilt rocky coastline, with beautiful little corners and coves, with pine groves that ...

Torroella de Montgri Old Quarter, Torroella de Montgri, Costa Brava - The layout of the old section of town reflects Roman design, with four streets. Carrer Ullà, Carrer Primitiu Artigas, Carrer Major and Carrer de l'Església converging to a hub in the Plaça de la Vila. Two of these streets, Carrer Major and Carrer de l'Església, are of ...

Tossa de Mar Beaches, Tossa de Mar, Costa Brava - Imagine the smell of the Mediterranean sea and experience it in one of the most beautiful and emblematic landscapes of the Costa Brava, a succession of cliffs and lookout points surrounded by greens and blues, where beaches and tiny coves play hide and seek with the waves. Cala ...

Tossa de Mar Travel Guide - It will be difficult for you to find a place such as Tossa de Mar, which gathers in perfect harmony thick woods suitable for long walks, with pine trees by the seaside or hanging onto the cliffs, and quiet secluded beaches caressed by a transparent blue sea, with waves breaking against the ...

Toy History Museum, Sant Feliu de Guixols, Costa Brava - The Museum has more than 2.500 toys, dated from between 1870 and 1970, most of them made in Spain (private collection belonging to Tomas Pla). You can follow the development of toys from tin to plastic. Rambla Antoni Vidal, 48-50 17220 Sant Feliu de Guíxols telf: +34 972 82 22 49 ...

Viladrau Travel Guide - Viladrau is located in a beautiful area in the county of Osona, on the northern face of the Montseny mountain range. Guided walking routes and other environmental, literary, historical activities are on offer together with a school of ...

Villa Borna, Sa Tuna, Begur, Costa Brava - Sleeps 10.  An outstanding villa with ample space, magnificent sea views and infinity pool.  Recent refurbishment includes new kitchen and bathrooms. Close to the charming bay at Sa Tuna with waterfront restaurants. Begur is 2.5km. Internet Large detached villa with stunning sea views ...

Villa Dasa, Begur, Costa Brava - Sleeps 10.  In a wonderfully sunny position with spacious accommodation on 2 floors.  Comfortably furnished with sea views and pool with decked terrace. 2km from Begur and Sa Riera Beach. Wifi.  Modern spacious villa with sea views and private pool in a very good location, ...

Villa El Far, Llafranc, Costa Brava - A highly sought after property situated on the hill of the lighthouse “El Far” of San Sebastian, just 1.5 km from the beach of Llafranc. Situated in a prestigious area high on the hill with magnificent views of the sea and over the bay with private swimming pool and garden. The ...

Villa Eleanor, Llafranc, Costa Brava - Sleeps 8.  Style and comfort with good sea views, private pool and walking distance to the chic coastal resort of Llafranc. Aircon. A south-west facing detached villa with private pool and magnificent sea views. Just 1.4km from Aiguafreda with waterfront restaurants and diving school and ...

Villa Mas Mato, Begur, Costa Brava - Very well appointed detached villa with fantastic sea views from the house and garden. In an elevated position overlooking the surrounding countryside and sea. From the first floor bedroom terraces you can see right down to the beach of Sa Riera and you also have a view of Begur castle which is ...

Villa Rocas, Sa Riera, Begur, Costa Brava - Sleeps 10.  Beautifully presented villa with sea views from all rooms and pool with lawn surround.  Next door to Casa Alfora. Perfect if you are a large group of several families wanting to be close but with your own space. Aircon. Fabulous spacious villa with private pool and sea ...

Walking on the Costa Brava - Hear the sound of your own footsteps as you walk, listen to the lapping of the water against the rocks, feel the force of the waves crashing against the cliffs … as you hike along any of the Costa Brava routes in the ...