Les Vies Verdes:
Scenic Cycle Greenways
Some old and disused railway lines in Girona Province have been converted into beautiful cycle greenways suitable for cyclists of all levels
Stunning coastline and scenery aside, La Costa Brava is also renowned for its wonderful gastronomy, with seafood and local wines to the fore. From the simplest and most traditional local dishes to world-renowned Michelin-starred restaurants, La Costa Brava has something for every palate. And there are numerous culinary campaigns every year to help you sample it all!
Some old and disused railway lines in Girona Province have been converted into beautiful cycle greenways suitable for cyclists of all levels
Some old and disused railway lines in Girona Province have been converted into beautiful cycle greenways suitable for cyclists of all levels
Girona Province is home to a number of spectacular castles; some medieval and some even older. Some are ruins and others perfectly preserved
Pals is one of the most charming of the many amazing medieval villages dotted around the Baix Empordà countryside. If you only see one, see Pals
The Costa Brava region of Catalunya boasts some of the finest golf courses you’ll find anywhere, from Par 3s right up to PGA grade courses.
El Camino de Ronda is a spectacularly beautiful coastal hiking trail starting at the French border and running the length of La Costa Brava.
Gambas de Palamós is a mark of quality and authenticity guaranteeing that only the finest of prawns fished off the Palamós costa are served.
The stunning Costa Brava has almost too many beautiful beaches to count. We’ve picked some of the very best from the El Baix Empordà region.
The southern end of La Costa Brava is home to three of its most famous towns: Tossa de Mar, Lloret de Mar and Blanes, each one of them unique
Begur is an absolute must see with its colonial Cuban ambience, the 360º vistas from the ruined castle, plus its stunning Costa Brava coves!
Palafrugell’s 12km coastline includes the gorgeous seaside towns of Tamariu, Llafranc and Calella de Palafrugell — three absolute gems!
Did you know the name “Empordà” comes from the ancient Greek “Emprion”? It meant the “place of trade” at St Martí d’Empúries, near L’Escala
Charming, historic, compact and fascinating, Girona has been described as a smaller, safer, cleaner and more manageable version of Barcelona
La Bisbal d’Empordà is the capital of El Baix Empordà county and renowned for its artisanal ceramics, and there’s lots of history there too!
The Costa Brava hinterland is full of history & charm, as is instantly evident to anyone exploring the hamlets of Peratallada & Palau-sator
The “Dalinian Triangle” museums (Figueres-Cadaqués-Púbol) capture the aura of Dalí, the Empurdan artist who left his mark on the region.
The area around the Costa Brava town of Calonge is full of lovely walking trails that just so happen to take you by some excellent wineries.
FC Barcelona is a world-famous football club and a symbol of Catalan identity for many, but there are lots of other teams in Catalunya too!
“La Ruta dels Volcans” (or “Volcano Route”), makes for a fantastic weekend break in the Natural Park of the Volcanic Region of the Garrotxa.
The Baix Empordà is full of picturesque and beautifully preserved medieval villages, full of local history and just waiting to be explored.
The Baix Empordà region on Girona’s Costa Brava has a wonderful variety of fantastic things to see and do. These are our Top 10 highlights.
Can’t stand dubbed movies? Want to watch V.O.S.E? In Spanish cinemas most movies are dubbed, but some cinemas do show original version films
The spa town of Caldes de Malavella has been renowned since Roman times for its thermal springs which are believe to have healing properties
Within easy reach of La Costa Brava, in the eastern Pyrenees, are skiing resorts catering for skiers of all levels of experience & ability.
When autumn rains begin to fall Catalans traditionally “hunt” mushrooms, and some of the best spots are in the Pyrenean foothills of Girona.
The Empordà region was once home to an ancient Iberian tribe called the Indiketes. The ruins of their main city lie just outside Ullastret.
DosKiwis Brewing of Rupià in El Baix Empordà is a fine example of the growth of craft brewing in Catalunya as beer tastes continue to change
This easy-to-follow seafood paella recipe with prawns, mussels, clams & squid will have you producing delicious paella in your own home in no time.
Catalan is the first language spoken on the Costa Brava, not Spanish. Spanish is spoken too, of course, but very much as the second language
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