Costa Brava travel guides
The Costa Brava is one of my favourite parts of Catalonia, with beautiful beaches, turquoise coves, charming coastal towns and scenic coastal paths. I’ve spent years exploring this stretch of coastline and discovering the many places and experiences it has to offer.
Here you’ll find my Costa Brava travel guides, from the best beach towns and hiking areas to family-friendly places and practical tips for exploring the region.
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Best beach towns near Barcelona
I love Barcelona because to me, it’s the city that has it all: incredible food, architecture, culture, beaches and mountains. What more do you need? How awesome is it that you can swim in the sea, check out the Sagrada Familia and head into the mountains, all in the same day?But during the busiest months,…
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Best hiking areas in Catalonia
Catalonia is home to an incredible variety of natural scenery, making it one of the best regions in Spain for hiking. From breathtaking coastal paths and volcanic landscapes to mountain trails and wetlands, there’s something for every type of hiker. In this guide, I’ll share the best hiking areas in Catalonia to help you plan…
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The best playgrounds between Barcelona and the Costa Brava
Exploring Barcelona and the stretch of coastline up to the Costa Brava with kids is a wonderful experience. You’ll find lively seaside towns, beautiful beaches, and plenty of places where children can run, climb, and explore. But even on a holiday filled with sightseeing and beach days, children sometimes just want one simple thing: to…
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The most beautiful beach towns on the Costa Brava
There’s something about the Costa Brava that makes me want to come back time and time again. Luckily it’s just a short drive from my home, which means I have been able to discover a lot of coastal towns. This stretch of coastline in Catalonia, in the northeast of Spain, is so incredibly beautiful. With…
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15 most beautiful villages in Catalonia you must visit
Catalonia is mostly famous for the city of Barcelona, but there are a lot more beautiful places to be found beyond it. From whitewashed fishing villages along the Costa Brava to hilltop towns surrounded by vineyards and forests, Catalonia offers an incredible variety of villages within just a short drive from Barcelona. Many of these…
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Camí de Ronda: Best coastal walks on the Costa Brava
You might have seen photos of turquoise coves, dramatic cliffs, and white fishing villages somewhere along the Spanish coastline. Chances are, they were taken at the Camí de Ronda trail in Catalonia.Stretching along the rugged coastline of the Costa Brava, this seaside trail is the perfect way to discover one of the most beautiful parts…
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Calella de Palafrugell Travel Guide 2026: Best things to do, beaches, where to eat & stay
Whenever I visit Calella de Palafrugell I get amazed by the beauty of this Costa Brava town. It’s so incredibly picturesque with its whitewashed houses, turquoise coloured water and colourful fishing boats. If you ask me it’s one of my favourites on the Costa Brava. In this article I’ll tell you all there is to…
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Weather in Barcelona and the Costa Brava by month
Planning a trip to Catalonia and wondering what the weather will be like? The Costa Brava and the city of Barcelona are popular destinations year-round, thanks to their pleasant Mediterranean climate.In this guide, you will find a clear month-by-month overview of the weather on the Costa Brava and Barcelona. This will help you decide when…
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The 7 best Costa Brava campsites for families
If you’re planning a family holiday on the Costa Brava, camping is one of the most fun, flexible and affordable ways to enjoy the region. I’m a big fan of camping myself and so are my husband and kids. We’re lucky to live close to the Costa Brava, where there’s an incredible variety of campsites…
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Sant Feliu de Guíxols Travel Guide 2026: Best things to do, where to eat & stay
I just recently discovered this Catalan gem, after having lived in Catalonia for 9 years. I can’t believe it took me this long to come here, because to me the area around Sant Feliu de Guíxols is definitely one of the prettiest parts of the Costa Brava. Think beautiful turquoise-colored water, postcard perfect beaches and…
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Best Costa Brava beach towns for families
My family and I live just a short drive from the Costa Brava, so we’ve spent lots of weekends and holidays exploring its beaches and seaside towns. Over the years, we’ve discovered which places are the best to visit for families. If you’re planning a family holiday on the Costa Brava, choosing the right beach…
