"Lie on a long sandy beach, snorkel in idyllic, blue-watered coves, play golf and explore charming medieval villages – pine-fringed Playa de Pals has it all on a plate."
A long sandy beach fringed by rugged cliffs, fragrant pines and bright-blue seas. Constant Spanish sun warming your skin as you daydream the hours away. And the luscious, smoky aroma of char-grilled fresh sardines beckoning you into a lingering lunch at a nearby beach restaurant. Wish you were here? Well, the place is Playa de Pals, Costa Brava. The mood, happy-go-lucky. Sounds good huh? Hugging a splendid stretch of gentle, pine-blanketed hills, Playa de Pals' beach extends for two miles, so there's always a quiet spot waiting. Better still, towards the southern end, you'll find relaxed restaurants and bars, so you're never far from an ice-cold 'cerveza' or mouth-watering 'tortilla'. And if you tire of the scenery, romantic cliff top paths lead you to sleepy, close-by coves offering excellent snorkelling. Alternatively, leave the beach for a bit, and walk to the 13th century castle on Montgri Mountain or potter around Pals' pottery shops for mementoes. When you're not lounging around, why not really get under the skin of the Costa Brava? Close by, the rolling landscapes come scattered with charming towns that are well worth your time. Discover Pals and Peratallada, with their tightly knotted medieval alleys and stone houses hiding enchanting museums, shops and restaurants. Or head for the lovely ceramics town of La Bisbal. Finally, don't miss the chance to get active. Learn to scuba dive at a local school, go horse riding in the hills or surrender to the call of the six nearby golf courses. Whatever you do, this enchanting corner of Spain will capture your interest and imagination.
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Playa De Pals hotels and apartments
Our hotels and apartments in Playa De Pals include Hotel La Costa.
More Costa Brava holiday destinations
Looking for holidays in Costa Brava? Our Costa Brava holiday destinations include Calella De La Costa, Calella De Palafrugell, Estartit, Gerona, Llafranc, Lloret De Mar, Pineda, Platja D'aro, Playa De Pals, Sant Hilari, Santa Susana, Tamariu and Tossa De Mar.
Beaches
The shimmering golden sands of Playa de Pals sweep their way around a picturesque horseshoe-shaped bay and are idyllic for lying back and unwinding while listening to the sound of the sea. Shelving gently into sparkling translucent waters which are excellent for swimming and snorkelling, you can also try windsurfing and kayaking. A dramatically rugged coastline with craggy headlands offers excellent walking opportunities with awe-inspiring views at every turn.
Eating out
Catalonians preserve their unique culture through their language, folklore and distinctive cooking. With flavours influenced from the Romans, Moors and Spanish the diverse Catalonia cuisine is enriched with an intoxicating blend of sweet and savoury made with the staple rice, olives, oranges and almonds and fresh local produce. Dine at one of the relaxed beachside bars or eat al la carte at a sea view hotel in Playa de Pals. Head into Pals and peruse the menu's of the town's restaurants, perhaps deciding to taster local specialities such as delicious llagosta i pollastre, lobster with chicken in a tomato and hazelnut nut sauce, followed by crema catalana, a heavenly rich egg custard topped with a layer of grilled brown sugar.
Nightlife
Evenings are relaxed and low key in Playa de Pals with the emphasis on unwinding as you ponder the day with the friendly locals. There is a small selection of traditional tavernas and bustling bars sprinkled around the resort where you can sit with a bottle of chilled wine and watch the blazing coral skies at sunset. Pals has a livelier nightlife with a choice of lively bars with occasional live music evenings.
Shopping
Playa de Pals has a charming mix of shops, selling souvenirs, clothing and handicrafts with a shopping mile to browse at your leisure. Visit the town's popular market, held almost on a daily basis and wander through the vibrant and colourful stalls, and perhaps pick up some handmade crafts, jewellery or mouth watering local produce. Head inland to Pals where you can wander through a medieval maze of snaking streets, harbouring chocolate-box gift shops and specialist one-off curios.
Location
6km northeast of the Medieval town of Pals and approx. 55km northeast of Girona airport
Transfer time
Transfer time by taxi is approx. 1 hour 15 mins
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