The brave adjective with which the writer Ferran Agulló baptized the coast that links the towns of Portbou and Blanes from north to south has become one of the most traditional family destinations in Catalonia. The delightful stretch of sea and mountains that unites the regions of La Selva, el Baix and L’Alt Empordà is ideal to travel by car, as a couple, with friends or as a family.
And you can travel it with peace of mind, especially if you travel by car , which this summer is configured as the safest means of transport. The new reality that emerged due to covid-19 has caused changes in all coastal towns. In most of the emblematic tourist destinations of the Costa Brava, the capacity of the most visited areas of the municipality is regulated, all hygiene, mask and safety measures are complied with and in some cases thermometric controls are carried out in the entrances of the different towns or in the parking points.
Ready to start the journey. The name Costa Brava fits this area of the Catalan coastline like a glove: steep cliffs, wild vegetation that juts out into the sea and endless beaches and coves of golden sand that the bravery of nature has drawn at will.
Adapting to this environment, you can find some of the most charming towns in Catalonia, full of places to disconnect and recharge for the September that is coming. With its 130 kilometers, the coastal path that connects Portbou with Blanes offers endless possibilities to discover fishing villages, beaches, coves, archaeological ruins, defense towers, lighthouses …
Where to begin?
Cap de Creus: Roses and Cadaqués
The towns of Roses and Portbou, with towns halfway through such as Cadaqués , Portlligat or El Port de la Selva , make up the northernmost Costa Brava with one of the area’s natural treasures: the Cap de Creus Natural Park.
Roses is a perfect starting point to enter this protected area, as well as the traditions, culture and gastronomic tradition that beats in the towns around it. Touring the end of Cap de Creus and some of its fascinating corners – such as Guillola Bay or Hell’s Cave – stops in the bright and bohemian town of Cadaqués , marked by Dalí’s long stays, and in the Casa-Museo de Portlligat , his most lasting refuge with Gala, his wife and muse.
Stop in L’Escala
L’Escala is a place trapped in time. You can relive the Roman Emporiae from the 1st century AD through guided tours and the objects found at the site that are preserved in the museum. From there you can discover one of the ecological jewels of L’Alt Empordà: the Aigüamolls de L’Empordà Natural Park. A unique opportunity to contemplate all kinds of animal species, although birds are the main protagonists: more than 300 species cross the park on their migrations and you can enjoy the mallard, the imperial heron, the white stork, the flamingo …
From L’Estartit to Palamós
Between Palamós and L’Estartit there is a string of charming towns: Palafrugell , with its sandy areas of Tamariu, Llafranc and Calella; the coastal strip of Pals and its medieval town, with the Pedró viewpoint over the Medes and the intense blue Mediterranean, or Begur and its succession of beaches and coves with transparent waters, ideal for enjoying all imaginable nautical activities.
The best vantage point to contemplate this wealth is the Montgrí castle . Built between 1294 and 1301 and located 300 meters above the sea, from there you can contemplate the Bay of Roses, Canigó, Montseny, les Gavarres, Baix Ter and the Medes Islands, one of the most important flora and fauna reserves of the Mediterranean and paradise for divers.
If you go with children or simply if you love the sea, the Museum of the Mediterranean is worth visiting with the children, also home to the Interpretation Center of the Montgrí Natural Park, les Illes Medes i el Baix Ter. In addition, beaches like those of L’Estartit or coves like Montgó invite you to practice nautical activities. Come to Estació Nàutica L’Estartit-Illes Medes and enjoy the sea in all its extension.
We call up in Palamós , an ideal tourist town for families. Make sure you visit the Fisheries Museum and sign up for the many nautical activities that the municipality offers.
Lloret and Tossa del Mar
Lloret de Mar is another excellent destination, especially if you travel as a family, with its theme and adventure parks, water parks, delicious beaches … You can bathe on its beaches, visit the Museu del Mar and live an aquatic experience offered by Water World , which has implemented a strict security protocol for you to enjoy all its facilities. And walk the Camino de Ronda before stopping at the castle of San Juan and, from its vantage point, scan the horizon in search of pirates.
To the north of Lloret is Tossa de Mar. Its quiet and shallow beaches and its coves are perfect for enjoying a day of sun and beach with your partner. Do not miss the medieval walled area of Vila Vella and Far de Tossa, today converted into a fantastic lighthouse interpretation center.
Destination: Blanes
Blanes , a seafaring town, is a great final destination in the south of the Costa Brava. It has everything for a getaway that puts an end to summer: beaches and coves such as Treumal or Santa Anna, and two of the most outstanding botanical gardens in the Mediterranean: Marimurtra and Pinya de Rosa, both with a floral diversity of everything. the world and unparalleled views. And sports lovers with the family can practice all kinds of activities, such as a bike ride through the delta of the Tordera River.
Gas stations en route
Touring the Costa Brava by car is one of the most recommended options for this summer. To save on the trip, especially on gasoline, it is advisable to look for the gas stations that guarantee you the best fuel at the best price. In this area of the Catalan coast, the best option is the Platinium Oil group gas stations, which help you manage fuel consumption effectively and guarantee the quality of fuel and service.
Platinium Oil is a network of gas stations located throughout the Mediterranean, from the Catalan Costa Brava to the Alicante coast. The group has 22 gas stations between Catalonia and Valencia.
Platinium Oil’s main objective is to sell fuel of the highest level at the best price. All its fuel comes from the main oil companies in the country and its latest generation pumps have the periodic certification labels approved by the regulatory bodies to comply with the regulations. The entire network has external filters, so the fuel is filtered at a level 5 times higher than your car’s own filter and the purity of the product and its guarantee are 100% guaranteed.
Platinium Oil includes three brands under its trademark: Aneu Oil, Vcc Gasóleos and Peninsula Quality Product in order to offer the highest product quality at all points of sale, the best price in the area, and superior customer service. that of other low cost gas stations and, attention to professionals, a unique free card with great advantages.
Platinium Oil Card
Platinium Oil offers a free card to refuel throughout the gas station network, at no cost, which can be requested at any of the service stations by contacting the staff or through the form that you will find on this website. In addition to being free, it has several advantages. How does it help you save? Through two ways.
Discounts. Tailored to each client, depending on monthly consumption.
Payment types. It allows you to plan and manage expenses through cash payments, credit or prepayments.
