The area

A coast worth slowing down for.

The northern Spanish coast is wild, green and quiet. Here are our favorite spots within an easy drive — beaches, walks, viewpoints and a couple of small adventures.

Aerial view of the bay and beach
In one sentence

"Wide ocean, calm beaches and the most diverse area you'll see all year."

Things to do

Our shortlist for you

Photo of Platja de Tamariu
Beach5 MIN BY CAR

Platja de Tamariu

Our home beach. Located right on the entry to the town.

Photo of Calella de Palafrugell
BEACH+TOWN15 MIN DRIVE

Calella de Palafrugell

Another bay in the area that follows the follows the cliffs. Big beach and busy promenade with good restaurant and bar options. 

Photo of Sa Tuna
Cove20 MIN DRIVE

Sa Tuna

Beautiful small cove with blue water beach in the area of Begur. Make sure to travel along the coast to experience the stunning views of the cliffside coast of the Costa Brava.

Photo of Begur
Town20 MIN BY CAR

Begur

Close Town nestled on the hills of the Costa Brava. Take the stunning coastal drive to Begur, and go for Tapas on town square. Small local shopping options and visit to the Castello on top of the mountain for stunning views.

Photo of Palamos
Day trip25MIN BY CAR

Palamos

Palamós is a historical fishing village on the Spanish Costa Brava in Catalonia. Known for the region's second-largest fishing port, the town offers fine sandy beaches like La Fosca, hidden coves, the Fishing Museum, and the picturesque coastal hiking trails.

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DAY TRIP1 H 10 MIN BY CAR

Girona

Girona is a captivating medieval city in northeastern Catalonia, Spain, located about 65 miles north of Barcelona. Straddling four rivers, it is celebrated for its remarkably preserved Old Town, winding cobblestone streets, and the colorful, pastel-painted townhouses that beautifully line the Onyar River.