Discover the coast of Girona

At Girona is one of the most beautiful coastal regions in Spain. It is a chain of landscapes formed by cliffs, impressive beaches, coves with transparent waters and small villages that are an attraction at any time of the year.

This area of Catalonia is a great reference point for the national tourism and international.

What to visit on the Girona Coast

Below, you will find a series of some of the most attractive locations, so that you can get to know them and discover the coast of Girona.

Empuriabrava

The people of Empuriabrava has a coastline of 7 kilometres, on the Girona coast. There are numerous paradisiacal beaches, which make it an area of natural interest as it is part of the Natural Park of the Empordà Marshes. The main beach of Empuriabrava is located in front of its residential area.

Empuriabrava is also called the Venice of Spain The town has more than 30 kilometres of canals in the locality. Most of the houses and flats have their own private jetty. It is located to the north of the province of Girona and surrounded by the Natural Park of the Empordà Marshes, also known as the Golf de Roses and the Parc dels Aiguamolls de L'Empordà.

Tossa de Mar

Tossa de Mar highlights in the Girona coastThe beaches and coves are beautiful. There are small and isolated or extensive and easily accessible. The most popular and crowded is the Platja Gran, with an approximate extension of almost 400 metres and situated to the north of the old town. A few minutes' walk away is Platja Mar Menuda, about 150 m long and somewhat quieter.

The municipality of Tossa de Mar is home to up to a dozen coves. Three of the most famous are: Cala Pola, Cala Futadera and Cala Giverola. In Vila Vella, the old town, you will find charming cobbled streets, high walls and restaurants. It is also known for being a unique example of a fortified medieval town in the Girona coast.

Roses

Roses is one of the coastal towns of Girona which has the greatest historical heritage. It stands out for the number of beaches and natural parks it possesses, making it one of the areas that attracts the most tourists during holiday periods. The beach located in the town of Roses, The beach is 2 kilometres long and is divided into three beaches: Playa Nova, followed by Playa Rastrell and Playa Salatar.

All three beaches are very popular thanks to their transparent and shallow waters, which makes them ideal for families with children. Another of the great natural attractions of Roses are the coves located in the Roses Baywhich are inside the Cap de Creus or Cap de Creus, in Alt Emporda.

Pals

The beach of Pals stretches for about 3.5 kilometres and is divided into two parts, known as Playa Gran and Playa del Grau. This beach owes its beauty to the pine woods, dunes and impressive views of the Medes Islands. It forms part of the Natural Park of Montgrí, the Medes Islands and the Baix Ter, so there are many hiking routes in the vicinity.

The landscape parallel to the beach, with marshes and rice fields, has turned it into a unique natural space. Pals is considered to be one of the best villages of the Girona coast. It is located on the top of a hill and its hull was declared a Site of Historical Interest, as it was built inside a fortress.

Platja d'Aro

Platja d'Aro is one of the villages that attracts the most tourists annually in the coastal area of Girona. It has very attractive hotels and tourist facilities. On its coast you will find a wide variety of beaches with all the services and a variety of water activities.

One of the main beaches is Platja Gran, if you prefer a long and comfortable beach, with fine sand, easy access, offering all services and close to the centre of Platja d'Aro. Another beautiful spot is Cala Rovira, where you can enjoy its spectacular waters and sunbathe as much as you like.

Cadaqués

Cadaqués is one of those small villages in the Girona coast where you can see little white houses and small fishing boats. It is a wine-producing town, so it is possible to enjoy a good wine while admiring the sunset. It was home to the artist Salvador Dalí and it is advisable to visit the Dalí Museum in his former home.

The town of Cadaqués is the right place to start an excursion to the Cap de Creus nature reserve. This area is located at the foot of the Pyrenees and has many bays. In them, there are a series of coves and beaches, some of them practically virgin, which is demonstrated by the purity and quality of their waters.

Conclusion

The Girona coast is an area of unique natural beauty. Cliffs, hidden coves, lush vegetation and paradisiacal beaches attract thousands of tourists, hikers and divers every year. Now you can get to know this beautiful region and enjoy its breathtaking natural landscapes and the charm of its villages.