What to See on the Costa Brava | Spain
Have you planned a trip to the Costa Brava? If this popular region is on your travel wishlist, here are a few places you really must see. Most people fly into the region via Barcelona airport and that’s a city you don’t want to miss. It’s got atmosphere by the bucketload, whether you want to walk along the seafront, browse the stalls at Las Ramblas, or pop into a tapas bar and enjoy local delicacies washed down with a cold beer or two. There’s constant entertainment from street performers as well as interesting shops in the older part of town. And of course, there’s the most famous sight of all – Antonio Gaudi’s still incomplete Sagrada Familia. The view from the top is well worth the climb.
Tossa del Mar, Costa Brava / Jay Cross
Going Back in Time
The Costa Brava is an ancient region and nowhere is this more evident than in Tossa del Mar, where the Vila Vella is an amazing sight. The name means old town. It’s a well preserved walled city, part of which was constructed in the 12th century. Later additions included the fortifications, completed some time in the 14th century. There are other sights to see nearby (such as the Sant Vincenc Gothic Cathedral and a striking lighthouse) so it’s worth planning a day trip to this area.
Going even further back in time, you can also explore the area’s medieval history. Ulla is worth a look and you can also visit the medieval ramparts of the Torroella de Montgrí in La Bisbal. Summer offers a surreal experience as you listen to the sounds of a modern music festival in this ancient setting. And the time travel experience doesn’t end there. The early Iberians left traces of their passage on the Sant Andreu mound – find out more about these 7th century settlers in the archaeological museum in Ullastret.
La Bisbal d’Empordà (Costa Brava) / Jean Robert Thibault
Exploring Natural Beauty
While there’s plenty of natural beauty on show as you walk or drive along the Costa Brava region, there’s one more must-see for nature lovers – the Santa Clotilde Gardens. These exquisite gardens are done in an Italian Renaissance style with fountains and ornate sculptures set among the beautiful flora. The gardens’ location on a hillside give access to gorgeous views and if you look carefully, you might be able to spot Fenals beach, which makes a nice place to relax after your visit.
There’s lots more to see on the Costa Brava, but these attractions make a good starting point for a memorable and enjoyable visit.
Marian Jaime writes for Suntransfers. She recommends the company’s’ low cost airport transfers from Barcelona to get your holiday off to a wonderful start.
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