Things to do in Estartit
Situated on the Costa Brava, Estartit is a small seaside resort on the north-east coast of Spain.
Small but perfectly formed, Estartit attracts thousands of visitors every year who come to enjoy the sun, sand and sangria, and a wealth of things to see and do on the ´Wild Coast´ of Spain.
Estartit is located in Girona province, which is part of the community of Catalonia, and the town stretches from Cala Montgó in the southern part of the Bay of Roses, to the Ter river estuary in the Bay of Pals. The town stretches 3km east to west, and includes the nearby hills of Roca Maura and Torre Moratxa.
The Medes Islands Catalonia Spain
Just 1km offshore lies the Medes Islands, which is a world famous diving paradise made up of several uninhabited islands. These islands have been protected by Natural park status and are home to many unusual species of flora and fauna which live above and below the water line.
Tourism in the Costa Brava and in Estartit bought a large influx of visitors to the region in the 1960s, and the area continued to grow and develop into one of Spain´s most popular holiday destinations. Hotels, apartments and camp sites now surround Estartit, and this once sleepy fishing village has evolved into a lively Costa Brava resort.
Estartit is particularly popular with golfers, divers and sailors, and there are many golf courses, dive sites and sailing schools in and around the town. Estartit is 140km from Barcelona, 40km from Girona and 40km from Figueres. The nearest airport is Girona/Costa Brava Airport, which is just 50km from Estartit.
Things to do in Estartit
Most daytime activities in Estartit take place near the beachfront, and you can also take time to explore the rugged coastline close to the town, plus the old Spanish villages which are dotted around the countryside.
If you are planning a hiking, walking or cycling holiday in Spain, Estartit is the perfect place to come, and the region boasts a rich variety of landscapes, rocky coves and fertile plains. Horse riding is also a popular pastime in and around the town, and several riding centres can be found close to the town.
Catalonia golf
Catalonia is also home to some of the best golf courses in Europe, including two which are within easy reach of Estartit. The Emporda course is one of the most spectacular courses in Spain, and the club can be found between Torroella and Pals. The Golf Club of Pals is also popular, and it is set in pine forest close to the sea.
Torroella de Montgri attracts many culture vultures, and the major landmark of this town is the hilltop castle which dates back to the 13th century. The castle can be reached via a long path which starts at Carrer Fatima, and takes about an hour. The walk is worth it just for the views alone.
The town of Torroella de Montgri has narrow, old, winding streets and an impressive Gothic church which was built in the 14th century. Pals, to the south of Estartit is also a superb stopping off point for visitors who want to explore the ´real Spain.´
Estartit offers a wealth of international restaurants, including British fish and chips, Spanish paella and superb seafood, and even Chinese and Japanese restaurants. Try the Catalan restaurants for local specialities.
Estartit hotels
If you decide to stay in Estartit, you will find a wealth of hotels, apartments and camp sites in and around the town. You can find cheap hotels in Estartit, five-star luxury hotels and several guest houses and hostals to suit all tastes and budgets. Estartit is the perfect resort for a family holiday
Small but perfectly formed, Estartit attracts thousands of visitors every year who come to enjoy the sun, sand and sangria, and a wealth of things to see and do on the ´Wild Coast´ of Spain.
Estartit is located in Girona province, which is part of the community of Catalonia, and the town stretches from Cala Montgó in the southern part of the Bay of Roses, to the Ter river estuary in the Bay of Pals. The town stretches 3km east to west, and includes the nearby hills of Roca Maura and Torre Moratxa.
The Medes Islands Catalonia Spain
Just 1km offshore lies the Medes Islands, which is a world famous diving paradise made up of several uninhabited islands. These islands have been protected by Natural park status and are home to many unusual species of flora and fauna which live above and below the water line.
Tourism in the Costa Brava and in Estartit bought a large influx of visitors to the region in the 1960s, and the area continued to grow and develop into one of Spain´s most popular holiday destinations. Hotels, apartments and camp sites now surround Estartit, and this once sleepy fishing village has evolved into a lively Costa Brava resort.
Estartit is particularly popular with golfers, divers and sailors, and there are many golf courses, dive sites and sailing schools in and around the town. Estartit is 140km from Barcelona, 40km from Girona and 40km from Figueres. The nearest airport is Girona/Costa Brava Airport, which is just 50km from Estartit.
Things to do in Estartit
Most daytime activities in Estartit take place near the beachfront, and you can also take time to explore the rugged coastline close to the town, plus the old Spanish villages which are dotted around the countryside.
If you are planning a hiking, walking or cycling holiday in Spain, Estartit is the perfect place to come, and the region boasts a rich variety of landscapes, rocky coves and fertile plains. Horse riding is also a popular pastime in and around the town, and several riding centres can be found close to the town.
Catalonia golf
Catalonia is also home to some of the best golf courses in Europe, including two which are within easy reach of Estartit. The Emporda course is one of the most spectacular courses in Spain, and the club can be found between Torroella and Pals. The Golf Club of Pals is also popular, and it is set in pine forest close to the sea.
Torroella de Montgri attracts many culture vultures, and the major landmark of this town is the hilltop castle which dates back to the 13th century. The castle can be reached via a long path which starts at Carrer Fatima, and takes about an hour. The walk is worth it just for the views alone.
The town of Torroella de Montgri has narrow, old, winding streets and an impressive Gothic church which was built in the 14th century. Pals, to the south of Estartit is also a superb stopping off point for visitors who want to explore the ´real Spain.´
Estartit offers a wealth of international restaurants, including British fish and chips, Spanish paella and superb seafood, and even Chinese and Japanese restaurants. Try the Catalan restaurants for local specialities.
Estartit hotels
If you decide to stay in Estartit, you will find a wealth of hotels, apartments and camp sites in and around the town. You can find cheap hotels in Estartit, five-star luxury hotels and several guest houses and hostals to suit all tastes and budgets. Estartit is the perfect resort for a family holiday
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