Coast of Spain. Costa Barcelona - the most beautiful region in Spain Spain Costa de Barcelona

Choosing a place for a family vacation, especially with small children, is not an easy task. The flight should not be long or tiring, the sea should be crystal clear and warm, the shore should always have fine-grained yellow sand, and the food should be familiar, tasty and designed for delicate stomachs.

Overview of the resort towns of the Costa de Barcelona-Maresme

But at the same time, we should not forget about adults who will want to look at the sights, do some shopping and even relax a little in one of the drinking establishments. Where can I find a place that meets all these criteria? Of course, in Spain!

Spain is a gentle sea and bright sun. Its location at the junction of the endless Atlantic and the closed Mediterranean, Africa and Europe, the world of Islam and Christianity has left an indelible mark on the entire appearance of the country.

Spain is an open-air museum, and it is here that the fantastic creation of the great Gaudi is located - the amazing Sagrada Familia cathedral. Spain is the owner of a huge number of sandy beaches that meet the highest quality standards and along which there is a long chain of hotels aimed at families with children.

The most popular resort centers for family holidays in Spain include:

Costa de Barcelona-Maresme with its small towns of Santa Susanna and Malgrat de Mar;
Costa Dorada with its long sandy beaches, olive and fruit tree plantations, long swimming season and the Port Aventura theme park, where the town deserves special attention;
Costa Brava with amazingly picturesque bays covered with centuries-old pine trees, where lovers of a relaxing holiday can recommend the oldest seaside resort -.

A family holiday in Spain with children is not a difficult ordeal, but a complete vacation on the shores of the Mediterranean Sea with its picturesque landscapes, invigorating healthy air, amazing sandy beaches and shallow coastal waters.

Estimated cost of the trip in a 3-star hotel for 10-11 days for 2 adults and 1 child with departure from Moscow is from 2,300 €. But this money is justified in terms of price ratio and quality rest with high service.

We open this article Category: family holidays in Spain. You will be offered detailed information about popular Spanish resorts that are most suitable for families with children.

The articles will describe resorts in Spain with the following information

How to get to resort centers;
List of hotels and beaches;
Available entertainment with addresses and prices: clubs, water parks, attractions;
Weather at resorts by month.

The first article is devoted COSTA DE BARCELONA MARESME (Costa de Barcelona-Maresme)

The coast of Catalonia, with its many kilometers of beaches of silver sand, washed by the azure waves of the Mediterranean Sea, is popular among lovers of nature and a beautiful holiday.

The coast is surrounded by the Pyrenees mountain ranges, and the mild maritime climate of the province has a beneficial effect on the body, giving it tone, vitality and energy for the whole year.

The coastal towns of the Costa de Barcelona Maresme (Malgrat de Mar, Santa Susanna, Pineda de Mar, Calella) have become thriving resort centers over the past decades, offering a wide network of hotels and entertainment complexes.

The resort towns of the province can be reached from Moscow or Kyiv by flying to Barcelona International Airport - El Prat (Aeropuerto de Barcelona-El Prat). The second busiest airport in Spain is located 10 km from Barcelona.

How to get there for residents of the Russian Federation and ticket prices

Flights directly from Moscow are regularly carried out by the following airlines:

Aeroflot (travel time about 4 hours 40 minutes);
Vueling Airlines (about 4 hours 40 minutes);
"Transaero" (from 5 hours to 5 hours 30 minutes);
Iberia Airlines and S7.

Airlines also add charter flights during the high season.

Choose the cheapest flight tickets It is possible if you analyze the calendar of low prices for air tickets. It works very simply - you look at the prices for air tickets and, seeing what day of the month the best deals are offered, you book them immediately online.

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How to get there for residents of Ukraine and ticket prices

The average flight duration from Kyiv to Barcelona is about 4 hours.
UIA, AirBaltic, Transaero, Turkish Airlines, Lot, Czech Airlines, Tap – Air Portugal and Austrian airlines operate both direct flights and flights with transfers in Prague and Rome.
A direct flight in the direction Kyiv-Barcelona-Kyiv will cost 1 person from $580;
With a transfer in Prague – from $321;
With a transfer in Rome – from $317.

But don't forget that connecting flights for children are not an acceptable option, so you should only consider direct flights.

If you only buy air tickets and make hotel reservations, you can get from the airport to Barcelona by bus, train or expressway.

You can order an individual one. This option is faster and more practical if you arrive at night, when public transport is still in service, you are with small children who are tired from the flight, you are poorly oriented in an unfamiliar country and do not know Spanish.

Also such a transfer is beneficial for a large company, because expenses can be shared by everyone.

Entertainment Costa de Barcelona Maresme

On the Costa de Barcelona Maresme is a popular water park for family fun – Marineland.

It is located at: Ctra. Malgrat a Palafolls s/n 08389 PALAFOLLS.
A free bus runs to the water park from the resort areas of Tossa de Mar, Lloret de Mar, Blanes, Calella, Pineda de Mar, Malgrat de Mar and Santa Susanna daily during the “high season” until September 17.
The bus leaves in the morning at 9.40, 10.40, 11.40, and back in the afternoon at 16.00, 17.00 and 18.00.

Water park attractions

On the territory of Marineland you can enjoy dolphin and sea lion shows(at 12.00 and 16.30) in the dolphinarium, show with such exotic birds like cockatoos, ibis, hornbills (at 11.00 and 16.00) and look at other birds in the zoo (for example, the pink flamingo).

Entrance ticket for adults costs 17.50 €, for children – 12 €.

Mini Park. Designed for small children. On a specially equipped and safe playground in the water, kids will be able to plunge into a world of all kinds of colors and adventures.
Tornado. The new super-attraction, 60 meters wide, spins in a crazy whirlpool of rotations.
Boomerang. The attraction is attractive to very brave visitors who are not afraid of a dizzying fall on a special boat. You can experience an indescribable surge of emotions either alone or in the company of friends.
Crazy Race. 3 slides offer a high-speed ride into the pool. You can have a family competition to see who can dive into the water first.
Black Hole. This is a new and bold water park sensation. You can go down the slide on an inflatable ring through one of 2 pipes 12 m long.
Kamikaze. A very steep descent for extreme sports enthusiasts, where the speed gets faster and faster.
Super Slalom. A zigzag descent that is ideal for visitors of all age groups.
Twister. A family attraction featuring a descent down a spiral tube with many twists and zigzags.
Swimming pools. The water park has many pools of varying depths, providing swimming for all age groups. You can sunbathe and relax on grassy areas, on sun loungers under umbrellas.

Visitors are also provided with free parking, a solarium, a locker room, individual lockers with keys, etc.

Works in the park restaurant "Mare Nostrum", equipped with air conditioning and many fast food outlets where you can eat pizza, hamburgers, chicken, all kinds of ice cream and drink soft drinks, as well as a gift shop with drawings of dolphins, toys, T-shirts and caps.

At the height of the tourist season Pleasure boats run between many resort centers of the Costa de Barcelona Maresme and Costa Brava, which depart from the beach piers several times a day.

The cost of 1 one-way ticket depends on the distance and ranges from 5 to 20 €.

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Those who like active pastime can take advantage of the services sea sports and diving clubs.

Popular sports clubs

Barcelona

Aquamarina
Raya's Diving Center
It is located at: Raya's Diving Barcelona Roger De Flor 220.
Here you can take a scuba diving course, the cost of which starts from 49 €.
Rodasub
Located at: C/ Fluvia, 282 Bac de Roda.
Right next to the club there is the Metro L2 – Bac de Roda.

Mataro

Manatee Diving
Located at: Port Mataró parte alta, módulo B2 locales 7, 8 y 9 08301 Mataró – Barcelona.
Blaumar

Being not so far from Barcelona, be sure to visit. Not only you, but also the children will be interested in visiting this grandiose park.

You will be greeted at the entrance two famous “gingerbread houses”, numerous dragons and quaint walking alleys, called “Bird's Nests”.

Throughout the year, the park is open from 8.00 to 21.00, seven days a week. A visit to the Gaudi House Museum for adults will cost 5.5 €, for children under 18 years old – 4.5 €, entrance to the park – 7 €

You can also have a good time at the golf clubs

Badalona Castell Godmar.
It is located 10 minutes from the center of Barcelona on the grounds of the castle at the address: Pomar de Dalt, 13 08916 Badalaona, Barcelona.
Pitch and Putt Barcelona – Teià.
Located near Barcelona in the village of Teià at the address: C/ Ramón LLull 14, Urbanització Sant Berger 08329 Teia – Barcelona.

Because The resort is located an hour's drive from Barcelona, and you can plan interesting excursions around the capital of Catalonia from the list.

(Costa del Maresme) - the Catalan coast towards the south of the popular Costa Brava. This is a developed tourist area with excellent transport links and railway connections to Barcelona.
Photo: Costa del Maresme Map

The pride of the coast is clean and very wide beaches with excellent sand and warm sea. There are not many rocky and secluded bays here - almost all the beaches are perfectly flat stripes. The sand on most of them is coarse, does not stick to the body and clothes, and does not muddy the sea. There are several suitable diving sites in Santa Susanna and Calella.

The climate of the Costa del Maresme is mild Mediterranean - in summer the sea saves you from the heat, in winter the Pyrenees shelter you from the winds from the north. The average summer temperature is +25-28°C, and the winter temperature is about +9°C. By the end of June, the water warms up to 25°C and swimming brings maximum pleasure.

The Catalans call this place the “fruit coast” - there are a lot of strawberry plantations and orchards here, and the harvest is harvested three times a year.

This coast is famous among Russian-speaking tourists because it is one of the most budget-friendly in the Spanish Mediterranean. Tourists are advised to choose inexpensive three-star hotels that are not inferior in service to expensive “five” hotels. Many people choose this place as a cheap option near Barcelona, accessible by train. From there you can continue your journey to the ancient beauty of Girona.

5 things to do on the Costa del Maresme. Things to do:

Lie on the standard beaches of Pineda de Mar - permanent Blue Flag nominees;
Breathe in the scent of pine trees and serenity in Sant Pol de Mar;
Travel by train to stunning Barcelona;
Overeat with strawberry desserts in Malgrat de Mar;
Spend an exciting day at Aventura Park in Santa Susanna.

Photo: Sant Pol de Mar

San Pol de Mar is a small, tranquil resort located on rocky hills, sometimes overlooking the sea. The city, formed around the medieval monastery of St. Paul, is enveloped in the aroma of mountain pines and the sea. Even in the summer season there is no crowds or bustle here, but only blissful relaxation.

Beaches

Photo: La Murtra

Beaches of Sant Pol de Mar:

Pescadors (Playa dels Pescadors lane "fisherman's beach")– the main and most crowded beach of the city.

La Murtra– an excellent beach, interesting because there are “baths” left in it after heavy rains.

Les Roques Blanques– a picturesque beach with light rocks and secluded places.

Leisure

If you are in the city on July 25, you will be able to attend folk festivals and fairs in honor of the Sant Jaume festival, and in August, baked sardines during the Havaneres song festival.

Attractions

There are many ancient churches in Sant Pol de Mar: Iglesia de Sant Pau (6-7th century) with a magnificent panorama, Iglesia de Sant Jaume (16th century), as well as the monastery of Sancti Pauli, around from which the town grew.

Notable are the holiday homes built here in the early 20th centuries, with beautiful glass ceramics and cast iron railings. They are located along the coastline near Plaza de la Villa.

Photo: Pineda de Mar

Pineda de Mar is a popular resort town with endless white beaches and the azure of the warm sea. There is a wide selection of hotels and apartments for every budget, as well as shops and restaurants. The healing air with phytoncides, the safest beach, a variety of water activities and interesting reminders make the resort suitable for families with children.

Beaches

Resort beaches:

Pineda de Mar– a beach 3 km long, 40 m wide with fine and coarse sand. Well equipped with beach equipment. There are all types of water activities. Annual winner of the Blue Flag.

The beaches of Pineda de Mar also take care of the safety of vacationers: there are lifeguards, a first-aid post, and ramps for the disabled.

Leisure

The city has a lot of parks and a wonderful promenade for walking. There are many cycling routes, for example to neighboring resorts.

Attractions

In the old part of Pineda de Mar you can see buildings from the ancient Iberian period (4th century BC). Interesting are the remains of the medieval castle of Montpalau, the Church of Santa Maria from the 11th century with an amazing facade recreated in the 16th century in the Baroque style. Nearby is the Kan-Zhalpi Palace. In the surrounding area there are remains of Roman structures, such as an aqueduct.

Photo: Calella

Calella is a resort with wonderful beaches, a wide range of options for active leisure, as well as a rich cultural and entertainment program. The city is famous for its many cultural and sports events, as well as its rich excursion program.

Beach

Photo: Garbi

Almost the entire coastline is smooth golden beaches, which are awarded the Blue Flag every year.

Resort beaches:

Central (Playa de Calella)– crowded beach at 1.5 km. There are slopes for the disabled, cafes and restaurants.

Garbi– an excellent beach with sun loungers and even hammocks, fun activities for children, for example, a foam party or a master class on crafts made from shells.

Les Rocus– a beach in a rocky bay that is ideal for diving.

Roca Grossa– a picturesque beach with greenery and rocks the color of sand. Gentle entry into the sea.

The central beaches are too crowded during the season, so you won’t be able to relax there peacefully. If you value silence, then head towards Sant Polo, where you will be rewarded with cozy coves.

Leisure

In the old Dalmau park you can stroll in the shade of the trees and see beautiful views of the city from the top platform. The shady embankment is another great option for walking, and in the evening flamenco bars and lively discos begin to attract.

You can visit the Archaeological Museum or go bowling.

Attractions

The first attraction is the medieval church of Santa Maria in neoclassical style. Walking through the streets of Calella you can see ancient mansions and palaces. And if you walk to the old watchtowers of Las Torretas, the observation decks will offer a panoramic view of the entire coastline all the way to Barcelona.

Photo: Santa Susanna

Santa Susanna is a compact resort, in the foreground of which are luxurious beaches and the azure sea, and behind are hills covered with fragrant pine needles. In the middle are luxury hotels, villas and mansions. The city has many playgrounds and many options for interesting leisure activities.

Beach

The sand of the beaches is quite coarse and in a light storm the water does not become cloudy, but remains clear. Mountains protect the beaches from the wind and decorate the landscape. The long coast of Santa Susanna, 2.5 km, is divided into three beaches ranging from 35 to 50 meters wide:

Levante (Playa de Llevante);
Caletes (Playa Les Caletes);
Dunes (Playa Les Dunes).

Leisure

The beaches of Santa Susanna offer scuba diving, surfing and parasailing. Walking along the promenade it is easy to get to your neighbors in the resort of Malgrat de Mar. In addition, Santa Susanna has parks and botanical gardens: Colomer, Riera and Mirador. The Park at the Boter Fountain is especially picturesque with mineral springs (some of them thermal), as well as unique flora.

There is also a more exciting holiday - in the adventure park Aventura Park , where you can ride thrilling roller coasters, visit a cowboy saloon, ride a train through Mexico and visit China.

Attractions

The most outstanding architectural monument of Santa Susanna is the 13th-century Caen Rates Castle, which houses a cultural center. Many stone houses, chapels, and watchtowers from the Middle Ages have been preserved. The main church of Santa Susanna is notable for its gilded altar.

Photo: Malgrat de Mar

Malgrat de Mar is an ancient city with excellent beaches, various parks and a dolphinarium. Amazing desserts are prepared from local strawberries, which are harvested almost all year round. The resort is a haven for English and Dutch youth.

Beaches

Photo: Central Beach

Malgrat de Mar has a beach line of 4.5 km:

Central (Playa de Malgrat Centre)– a well-maintained beach with a “blue flag”. There are volleyball courts and catamaran and boat rentals.

Tropic Parc– a beach with the largest selection of entertainment.

La Conca– excellent sandy beach.

Leisure

Children will be delighted to visit the local dolphinarium. Tourists have the opportunity to take sailing and windsurfing lessons at local schools. The Passei Maritim promenade is the main promenade and provides access to nearby Santa Susanna.

Attractions

The historical part of Malgrat de Mar is very tiny - just a few streets. The most interesting buildings are the 16th century Church of St. Nicholas of Bari, the watchtower, as well as numerous palaces and mansions of the 20th century in the Art Nouveau style.

You can see the city and its beaches in this video:

Summary of the Costa del Maresme

Costa del Maresme is an inexpensive beach holiday near the unique Barcelona and Girona. Sant pol de Mar is a peaceful, relaxing holiday in a pleasant green city. Pineda de Mar is the best beach holiday, and Calella has a rich cultural program. Calella, Pineda de Mar and Santa Susanna are suitable for families with children, while Malgrat de Mar is suitable for older tourists.

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Catalonia is perhaps the most popular part of Spain among Russians (still Spain, although a lot is being said and done to gain independence for Catalonia). A huge number of charter and regular flights from different cities of Russia land in the capital - Barcelona.

Mild climate, inexpensive hotels with good food, proximity to the beautiful city of Barcelona, Antonio Gaudi, Salvador Dali, gothic, modern, classic... All this can be found in Catalonia.

From resort towns you can travel to Barcelona, visit other regions of Spain, close to France, Andorra.

From Barcelona there are fairly inexpensive flights to Rome, Paris, Venice, and Lisbon.

The main resorts of Catalonia - north of Barcelona: Costa Brava and Costa del Maresme). The Costa Brava, after the city of Blanes, becomes the Costa Del Maresme.

IN south direction from Barcelona towards the city of Tarragona there is a coast Costa del Garraf with the Garraf mountain range of the same name, passing after Tarragona into the sunny Costa Dorada (in the Catalan version Costa Daurada).

Coastal cities

I will describe the cities to which our tour operators sell tours.

Costa Dorada

The warmest coast, the unofficial tourist capital of which is the city of Salou.

Salou

Salou is popular among tourists due to its proximity to the Port Aventura theme park, and also attracts with numerous restaurants, clubs, bars, and wide beaches with soft sand. The sea is beautiful and the water is slightly warmer than on the coasts of Brava and Maresme. What is relevant, for example, at the beginning or end of the season.

Salou is quite a big city. The most interesting place to relax there is in the central part, which runs along the embankment. There are two singing fountains on opposite sides of the embankment. One is more modern with a laser show (near the railway station), the second was built by the architect Carlos Buigas, who created the famous “Magic” singing fountain on the Montjuic hill in Barcelona.

There are many interesting villas on the embankment near the railway station. Some have good restaurants.

Another interesting area Cup Salou (Cape Salou) . It is located on a hill, surrounded by pine trees. The beach is located in a bay between rocks. You need to go down to the water. The place is very beautiful, however, it is far from the center. The area is connected to the central part by bus service. Buses of the Plana network also go to neighboring cities - Reus, Tarragona, as well as to Port Aventura and Barcelona.

From Cup Salou we go straight to La Pined y (not to be confused with Pineda in Maresme). The town is pretty sad. At night it is quiet and peaceful there, unlike Salou, where life is in full swing around the clock. But in La Pineda the hotels are cheaper and higher class, and there is also a Pacha club and a water park. Personally, I love action, so I choose the center of Salou. If you want a quiet holiday, then you can choose La Pineda. In fact, La Pineda and Salou are a single resort area.

These places are popular because Salou is home to the Port Aventura theme park. I advise everyone to visit it, even those who do not like attractions (for example, me)). The park is very interesting.

On the other side of Salou (moving away from Barcelona) there is the city of Cambrils. This is where locals prefer to live, while Salou is more of a seasonal city.

The biggest disadvantage of a holiday on Dorada is that the train pass is not included in the integrated transport system, as with Brava, Maresme and Garraf. On these three coasts you can buy a T10 pass for 10 trips, with which, after traveling by train, you can travel on the metro/buses/trams using the same ticket for a certain period of time (1 zone - 15 minutes). Thus, having arrived by train at Barcelona station from Maresme, you can use the same ticket to get to del Garraf. Or take the bus/metro and go to the other end of the city. Since a ticket for a single trip in 14 cost already 1.8 euros.

A round trip from Salou to Barcelona costs about 20 Euros - not much cheaper than the universal T10 from Maresme for 10 trips. If you travel from Dorada to Barsa often and move around the city, then the travel expenses will be very large. And the distance is longer. It takes 2 hours by bus, about an hour and a half by train.

By the way, you can go shopping to the neighboring cities of Reus and Tarragona. There is Mango in Salou. Dorada resorts are good in themselves. Foreigners come to relax, Barcelona doesn’t bother them much, so they love Dorada very much.

Costa Del Garraf

The city is considered the tourist capital of the coast Sitges , located half an hour from Barcelona (line R2 from Barcelona Sants station). The coast itself is very beautiful - mountain range, coastline. And Sitges is a very worthy town and a level above the rest of the tourist crowd in Catalonia.

The city has good shops and clubs. In general, Sitges resembles the towns of the French Riviera. The beach area is surrounded by breakwaters, so the sea water warms up quickly. Swimming in mid-June is quite comfortable.

The city is popular with gays. Lots of shops and clubs for gays, gay beach.

A gay pride parade is held on the 15th of June. A very cool spectacle. It looks more like a show or a carnival, and most likely that’s what it’s held for.

Calafell

A town with nothing at all and nothing to do. The only good thing is that it is close to Barcelona.

Costa Brava

The most fun town on the Costa Brava is Lloret de Mar . But all Russian tourists call it Lloret de Mar. There are many clubs, discos, and fashionable hotels in the town. Although the resort is more youth-oriented. Very nice historical center. Not far away in the mountains there is a beautiful private castle, very beautiful.

The beach area of the central part is located in a bay and is surrounded by small rocks. The beach strip is narrow. During high season, the beach is crowded with vacationers.

There are breakwaters and coves where you can swim during windy weather. The beach has coarse golden sand.

The downside is that the town is remote from Barcelona and there is no train station. To go to Barcelona, you need to take a bus to the R1 railway station in Blanes, and from Blanes you need to go to Barcelona by train. Or you can go to Barcelona or neighboring Girona by bus from Lloret bus station. The journey to Barca can take about 2 hours.

Those who want silence should stay closer to Fenals beach. There is a good hotel ALVA PARK RESORT & SPA 5* (formerly Rigat Park).

City of Tossa de Mar the most remote, but very beautiful.

Blanes

As I already said, there is a railway station in Blanes, but the station is far from the resort area, so you need to take a bus or walk for a long time to get there, which is inconvenient. Blanes is quite large, but quieter, more boring and simpler than Yoret. There is absolutely nothing to do there. And it’s hardly worth choosing for relaxation.

Malgrat De Mar and Santa Susanna

In Malgrat there is mortal melancholy. All things to do in Santa Susanna. Although both towns are small, with a border in the form of vegetable plantations.

There are railway stations. The cost of a train ticket is more expensive than from Maresme - the next zone.

Costa Del Maresme

This coastline, stretching along the railway, has many inexpensive hotels.

Costa Del Maresme

This coastline is located along the R1 railway line to Barcelona. Therefore ideal proximity to Barcelona. There are a bunch of coastal resort towns along the road.

Kaleia

I really like Kaleya. Wide beach strip. Nice center, good restaurants, many clubs. There are many shops, there is Desigual, Lacosta.

The coast is open. If there is wind, there will be strong waves. There is a railway station. Barcelona is an hour's drive away.

The beach is separated by a boulevard. People walk, relax on benches.

Pineda

This town smoothly flows into Caleia. The city itself with fountains, a local diagonal, and generally quite nice. The prices there are much lower for food and everything.

But you can choose Pineda only to save money - hotels are cheaper than in Caleia. There is nothing to do at all in the evening. It happens that after 23-00 you can walk around half the city in search of an open bar/restaurant. There are no clubs or discos at all. True, hotels arrange animation and offer an all-inclusive system. There are many mini-hotels for European old people. They organize luxurious concerts, costume dances, and sing. So cute.

And not far from the station there is a cafe, nicknamed by a friend “Scrambled Eggs”. There really is a picture of fried eggs on the sign. They make an excellent Sangria, very inexpensive to boot.

You can take a taxi to the clubs of Kaleia and Santa Susanna - 10 euros.

And finally, you can have a great time on the beaches of Barcelona itself. True, those who are spoiled by the clean sea and proximity to resorts frown and suggest it is better to go to the clean beaches of Brava, Dorada, etc. On weekends, huge traffic jams form from Barca towards these places. But if you want to enjoy Barcelona and not have to travel far to the beaches, feel free to choose Barcelona. The beaches in the Barceloneta area have been improved there a long time ago - you can have a great time.

Spain, Costa del Maresme is a resort area of Spain, located half an hour from Barcelona, south of the Costa Brava region, in the northern part of the Costa de Barcelona. Costa Barcelona has a coastline of about 100 km, and the Costa Maresme beach stretches 50 km from the town of Montgat to Blanes, and includes the provinces of Malgrat de Mar, Calella, Pineda de Mar, Santa Susanna and Paul de Mar.

High mountain ranges prevent strong winds from penetrating the resort, excellent sandy beaches and affordable prices for holidays (lower than in the Costa del Sol) in this place make this destination popular for tourists. The climate here is mild, Mediterranean, the weather allows you to relax here from the end of spring to the end of September.

Beaches and beach services in Costa del Maresme

All beaches in the Costa del Maresme are spacious, with golden sand, comfortable for adults and children, equipped with everything necessary. Nearby there is all the necessary infrastructure. The best beaches in the region:

Pineda de Mar beach is one of the most famous and popular beaches, its length is 3 km and its width is 45 meters. The beach is equipped with sun loungers and umbrellas. For an additional fee you can rent a catamaran and rent diving equipment.
Playa de Gran in Calella is located near the city center and is popular, especially among families with children due to its gentle slope into the sea. The beach is marked with a “blue flag” for cleanliness, and its length is 1.5 km. It is equipped with sun loungers, umbrellas, inflatable slides for children, toilets and showers. If necessary, you can rent towels.
Les Caletes beach is located in Santa Susanna. The descent into the sea is gentle here, which is a plus for families with children. There are also several playgrounds on the beach. In addition to children's entertainment, there is entertainment for adults: windsurfing, jet skis, football, volleyball. This beach has diving spots, and the most famous park, Port Aventura, is located nearby. The 13th-century castle of Can Rates now houses a cultural center.
In Malgrat de Mar there is Astillero Beach with golden sand, and there are a lot of people here during the peak season. This is an ancient city with parks and a dolphinarium; along the embankment you can get to Santa Susanna. There are cafes and restaurants near the beach, and all the necessary beach equipment is available on the coast. There are boat and catamaran rentals.

Distance from Costa del Maresme to Barcelona and other cities

How to get to the resort. Well-developed connections between Spanish cities allow you to quickly get from Barcelona and other cities to the Costa del Maresme. The railway network and highways connect resort villages and large cities. But sometimes you have to travel with transfers.

Costa Barcelona on the map of Spain

From El Prat airport (Barcelona airport) you can get to the resort area in several ways:

It is convenient to get directly to the hotel with a rented car. If you rent a car at the airport for all days of your vacation, you can use the same car to go back to the airport. It is better to make a reservation in advance, this will affect the cost of the rented vehicle. Costa Maresme is 51 km away.
You can order a transfer directly at the airport. The driver will meet the arrival with a name plate at any time of the day. At night rates increase. Cost one way - from 80 euros*.
Free transfer from the airport and back is provided by tour operators if you book a package tour with them. In this case, you won’t have to think about how to get there, because the tour operator will meet tourists and bring them directly to the place.
A taxi can quickly get you from the airport to the hotel and vice versa. This method is very comfortable, because by bus and train you need to travel with transfers.
Buses from Terminal 2 run every 10 minutes. You need to buy a ticket for bus “A2” to stop Pl. Universitat, change at the Barcelona stop to bus "e11.1" to the stop "Rda. Alfons XII - Camí Ral", take bus number 554 to the Argentona stop, where change to bus number 557 to the Mataro stop. Total travel time: 2 hours 30 minutes, total ticket price: 10-15 euros*. This is a long route.
On the R2 Nord trains with transfers, which depart every 30 minutes from Terminal 2 of the airport to the resorts. After about 10-12 minutes, get off at Barcelona Sants station and take the R1 train to Mataro station. After the station, the journey remains about 5 km, this journey can be done by taxi. The total travel time is approximately 1 hour 15 minutes, train fares range from 11 to 15 euros*.

Coastline

Important! You must remember to validate your ticket.

From Girona airport it takes a little longer to get there by car, the journey will be 70 km.

Costa del Maresme is perfect for youth holidays and holidays with children. The resort has a lot of entertainment for children: the Marineland water park, a zoo and parks. Fruit trees and strawberries grow in this place, from which very tasty desserts are made.

All hotels are located close to the beach, along which there are cozy restaurants and cafes. Most hotels, including 3* hotels, in this place have good conditions for accommodation and food.

Costa del Maresme, Spain

Note! The most comfortable temperature for a holiday is in July. At this time, the sea is already warming up well, and weather vagaries occur less frequently.

Adviсe:

On the beach, you must use sunscreen;
Do not leave things unattended on the beach;
Pay attention to the color of the flag on the beach (yellow - swimming is undesirable, red - swimming is prohibited).

Not so long ago, the resort was a fishing village, but at the beginning of the 20th century it began to be built up: hotels, villas and houses of wealthy Catalans appeared, as well as parks, water parks and other popular entertainment and historical attractions. Now Costa del Maresme is a popular resort on the Costa de Barcelona with developed infrastructure, which is visited by many tourists from different countries.

*Prices are current as of August 2018.

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