Beach
A Weekend in Begur
The charming village of Begur is a wonderful weekend getaway spot, ideally located for exploring some of the most beautiful calas the Costa Brava has to offer. Read more
Calas of the Costa Brava: Part 2
In the second installment of our 12 favorite coves along the Costa Brava, we share six unmissable coves starting at Palamós and work our way up the coast to to the wild and remote Cala Taballera near Port de la Selva. Read more
Calas of the Costa Brava: Part 1
From the easily accessible to the remote and secluded, we share our 12 favorite coves along the Costa Brava. In the first installment this week we share six unmissable coves starting at Blanes and work our way up the coast to Sant Antoni de Calonge. Read more
Barcelona Beaches
There’s really something for everyone on Barcelona’s beaches, from early morning yoga, water sports and volleyball, to trendy beachside bars and traditional restaurants for a hearty paella. Read more
A Jewel Called Gavà Mar
Gavà Mar is a beautiful town with plenty of things to keep you occupied on a weekend away: beautiful beaches, a fascinating promenade, and amazing restaurants who serve up delicious local food. Read more
New in Town: Bar Limón
With the sea breeze floating in through large windows and a menu to rival the city’s best bites to eat, this newly opened restaurant believes that everyday is a brunch day. Read more
Garraf Massif
A peaceful escape is closer than you think. Read more
Beyond Barceloneta
There are plenty more beaches to track down outside the city. Read more
Jellyfish Boom Along Spain’s Coastline
Reports of rising jellyfish numbers this summer cause concern for Barcelona’s beach-goers and holidaymakers. Read more
The Vermillion Coast
This small corner of France carries plenty of Catalan spirit. Read more
Barceloneta beach loses almost a third of its sand
One of the city’s favourite tourist spots is under threat. Read more
Beach Special #3: Costa Brava
Popular with locals and tourists alike, explore the beautiful Mediterranean shores of the Costa Brava. Read more
Beach Special #2: Costa Daurada
The Costa Daurada stretches south from Sitges to beyond Tarragona, and is named after its golden sandy beaches. Read more
Beach Special #1: Maresme
The Maresme coast is known for its long, sandy beaches, all within an easy train journey of the city. Read more
Best beaches near Barcelona
Escape the sunbathing crowds in Barcelona by heading to one of these out-of-town beaches. Read more
Coast patrol: Camíns de Ronda
Beat the crowds to the coast this month and experience the Costa Brava from another perspective, as Carol Moran leads us down a lesser-known, but well-beaten track. Read more
Festival al Cel
Turn your eyes to the skies and check out the spectacular displays by planes in what is the biggest aerial show of its kind in the Mediterranean area (it says here) Read more
Sep 29, 2011 11:16 AM MET INSIDER KNOWLEDGE
Finders/keepers
From the archive: The law against treasure hunting in Spain goes unenforced on the city’s beaches Read more