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An aura of mystery surrounds the village. More than five kilometres of iodine-rich beaches are a permanent source of health and well-being. Having been awarded the Family Tourism certification, which certifies the quality of its beaches and accommodation adapted to the needs of families, it offers travellers a unique cultural asset, the Iberian Citadel, with a wide range of activities to discover the pre-Roman past.
To enter Calafell is to embark on a journey into the Middle Ages, to inhale the essence of the sea and to surrender yourself to your senses. Located in the region of Baix Penedès, its medieval castle with a Romanesque church inside provides the traveller with shade and holds countless secrets to be discovered. Artfully combining its historical legacy and its deep seafaring tradition. In Calafell you can discover the legacy of the Iberians in the citadel, with interesting activities for schoolchildren and tourists.
But Calafell is so much more. A plethora of water activities await you here and gentle waves with gentle slopes have made this beautiful spot a favourite destination for families.You are free to choose whether you want to relax by playing golf, enjoying water sports, tasting the rich gastronomy, sunbathing on its magnificent beaches... Literary figures such as Carlos Barral, who considered Calafell to be fundamental in his life and work, as well as writers of the calibre of Gabriel García Márquez, Mario Vargas Llosa and Octavio Paz, among many others, have been distinguished visitors to this village. At the Barral family's house in Calafell, an old fishermen's "botiga", now converted into a museum, guided tours and activities are held to explore Calafell's seafaring and literary past.
Cambrils is a paradise for the whole family. Discover this symbolic corner of the Costa Daurada, which is dotted with beaches that are ideal for the little ones. Its distinctive biogeography, gastronomy and history make Cambrils the perfect starting point for discovering and savouring the best of the Mediterranean coastline. Almost 9 kilometres of peaceful waters, golden sand and a mild climate for most of the year.
Before you, a whole sea of opportunities: go sailing, go on a catamaran trip, enjoy peaceful boat or cycling excursions, enjoy the excellent gastronomy while you explore its most characteristic districts, la Vila i el Port... Surprising, dynamic, modern and joyful, hermitages, towers, guided tours, family entertainment and concerts complete the attractive cultural agenda of this charming corner of Tarragona.
It is located in the northern part of the Priorat region and is one of the most imposing reliefs in Tarragona. With an area of more than 9,200 ha, this massif is made up of a large block of limestone conglomerates with gorges, chasms, caves and grottoes formed by erosive phenomena over thousands of years. The highest peak is La Roca Corbatera, with 1,163 m of altitude. To climb to the summit of this mountain kingdom you can choose from a variety of natural passes, some relatively straightforward, along bridle paths, others extremely narrow, aerial and often breathtaking.
Man has maintained a spiritual relationship with Montsant for centuries. The first Carthusian monastery in the Iberian Peninsula, Scala Dei, was founded here, and since then it has preserved an intense tradition of hermitage. In 2002 it was declared a Natural Park by the Regional Government of Catalonia. The area around the Montsant river is of immeasurable richness, where mammals such as weasels, martens and wild cats can be found, as well as birds of prey such as the Bonelli's eagle that nests in the impressive cliffs.
This visual spectacle is rounded off by the vineyards of its fertile land and excellent wines with DOs such as Priorat and Montsant. In addition to these two labels, Montsant is known everywhere for its production of oil under the Protected Designation of Origin Siurana.
Salou was the first destination in Catalonia to obtain the certificate awarded by the Catalan Tourism Agency in 2003.
The great expanse, the fine golden sand and the shallow waters make the beaches of Salou a very safe experience for the whole family. Also worthy of note are the play areas (slides, swings...) located along the city's main beaches.
Finally, our location in such close proximity to the theme park, PortAventura World, makes us a leading destination for families in the whole of the Mediterranean.
El Vendrell is certified with the quality seal "FAMILY BEACH", which has a range of accommodation, activity businesses and specialised restaurants for families. El Estany i del Riuet spring is located on the beach of Coma-ruga, in the municipality of El Vendrell (Baix Penedès). Nowadays, the water from the spring is channelled to an outdoor ornamental fountain, where it flows into the Estany and from there into the Riuet, which flows to the beach. Throughout the year it is common to see people of all ages bathing in the Riuet to take advantage of its curative properties. This feature and its shallow depth make the Riuet an ideal place for children and adults to enjoy balneotherapy activities in complete safety.
The Club Náutico de Coma-ruga offers a wide variety of nautical activities for the whole family to enjoy, such as: Paddle Surfing, Kayaking, sailing courses, etc. As well as boat hire.
The wetland area of Les Madrigueres is a coastal area of about 30 hectares, near the maritime centre of Sant Salvador del Vendrell. It is a small area, but with a diversity of habitats: sandy beaches and dunes, coastal lagoons with reed beds and rushes, Mediterranean scrubland and maquises with oak trees. Highlights include the presence of the kentish plover, a bird in serious decline, as well as the remains of seba (Cymodocea nodosa), a marine plant of great value due to its capacity to generate dunes. Near the beach, there is a Civil War bunker. Overall, it is an area of great environmental and scenic interest, because of its unique character in a totally urbanised coastal environment and its role as an ecological buffer zone between the sea, the countryside and the inland mountains.
The Fondo del Mata recreational area has an area fitted out with tables, seats and barbecues, as well as a surrounding area with fountains, benches, two small ponds, whose water is supplied by a mill, and various paths for going for a stroll. This allows its users to engage in a range of outdoor leisure activities.
The Muntanyes de Prades are an area of great beauty. Impressive mountains and forests, historical and monumental heritage, top quality gastronomic products and, most importantly, great tranquillity. These small villages where time appears to have stood still, make the Muntanyes de Prades a perfect destination for families with children who are looking for peace and quiet, outdoor activities and the security of finding everything they need.
With its services and attractions, the Muntanyes de Prades will fulfil the expectations of travelling families. At our destination you will find the red village of Prades and its impressive surroundings with places as spectacular as the Ermita de l'Abellera, the Cueva de les Gralles in Capafonts, the Toll de l'Olla in Farena or the Niu de l'Àliga in Alcover. You will also find interesting and engaging museums for families such as the Museum of Alcover where you will see fossils, and where you will learn what the mountains of Prades were like millions of years ago, the Museum of Rural Life of l'Espluga de Francolí, the Museum or the Caves of l'Espluga.
The Muntanyes de Prades are a place of spectacular and abundant nature, but also a place of culture and gastronomy. Most importantly, it is a place where you can relax and where the little ones can run and play in peace and quiet.
Holidays with the ones you love the most.
Holidays are for disconnecting, for escaping routine and spending a few days with the ones you love the most. At Vila-seca, la Pineda Platja we are well aware of this and would like you to enjoy your getaway with complete peace of mind.
As a destination that is especially sensitive to family tourism, Vila-seca, la Pineda Platja is certified with the Family Tourism seal of the Catalan Tourism Agency. This is why we offer you facilities and services adapted to the needs of young and old alike.
Under the DTF seal which Vila-seca has had since 2011, now called Family Beach, we have a wide range of certified accommodation, restaurants and leisure and entertainment businesses aimed at children and their families. This includes services, equipment, safety standards, entertainment services, adapted facilities, meals...
Let yourself be inspired in the heart of the Costa Daurada, where Calafell ranks as one of the best family tourism destinations in Catalonia. As well as the sun and beach facilities that have characterised this area for many years, with its five kilometres of calm, shallow waters, you can also find numerous quality resources and services specialising in families, such as activities, a children's club, cultural visits and establishments adapted to the needs of a family holiday are all waiting for you. Calafell radiates energy!
Discover the authentic Ferrari experience in over 70,000 m2 of excitement, adrenaline and fun.
A unique theme park in Europe where you can enjoy an exciting experience with your family and learn all the secrets of the legendary Italian brand and its creator, Enzo Ferrari. Get ready to enjoy the most impressive technological and innovative attractions and experiences at PortAventura World Parks & Resort's 3rd theme park. Discover a world of unique experiences in our parks and hotels.
It doesn't get any better than this.Plenty of fun and limitless excitement for the whole family. PortAventura World is one of the most important theme parks in Europe where leisure goes to extreme heights.
In the amusement area you can discover different parts of the world, and feel like the star of exciting adventures. Take a deep breath and indulge in unique sensations, dizzying roller coasters and incredible speeds, such as Shambhala, with 96 metres of freefall, or Hurakan Condor.
For the littlest ones, an incredible world of magic opens up at their feet, Sesamo Aventura, where they will experience something unique that they will never forget. The detailed decoration transports you to six worlds packed full of surprise.
Address: Avinguda de l'Alcalde Pere Molas, km 2, 43840 Vila-seca, Tarragona.
Telephone: 902.20.22.20
Whirlwind rides, dolphin encounters and even a visit to Hawaii are all within reach. Get ready to enjoy an unforgettable day in the facilities of this water park surrounded by palm trees, hibiscuses, fine sand, restaurants and a host of exciting adventures for the whole family.
For the more daring Kamikace, Boomerang or Splash are a challenge that will unleash huge doses of adrenaline.Endless slides or gigantic floats to go down winding white water rapids, descending the rapids, taking a break in the six stretches of calm water will be a spectacular experience in an unrivalled setting.
For the little ones, there are children's areas with lifeguards and a variety of interactive games, waterfalls, jets, pistols, pools... And after all that excitement, there's nothing better than relaxing on the island paradise of Hawaii. A fantastic reproduction of its beaches will make you feel like royalty during your holidays in the Costa Daurada.
Address: C/ Passeig Pau Casals, 65 43481 La Pineda (Vila-seca)
Telephone: 902 34 50 11
Twelve water attractions to enjoy the sun, while having fun sliding down long waterslides and taking a dip in the huge pool. Children's areas, waterfalls and daring attractions so that the whole family can make the most of their stay on the Costa Daurada.
The park also has special areas for children under the age of four with suitable playground equipment so that they can also have fun safely. A rapid of more than 120 metres, the extreme KamiKace and the Toboloco will leave even the most experienced breathless. The complex also has a number of terraces for dining and shops with nice souvenirs.
Address: Finca les Basses, s/n, 43716 Albinyana, Tarragona
Telephone: 977 68 76 56
Situated in a key location and with an excellent climate, the Costa Daurada is blessed with a rich supply of products from the sea and the land, which are the basic ingredients for the best cuisine of the Mediterranean diet, classified by Unesco as Intangible Heritage of Humanity.
On the coast, we find blue fish, white fish and shellfish which are used to make delicious romescos, seafood rice dishes, noodles, paellas and all kinds of dishes, which you can enjoy in the restaurants next to the sea. Inland, products such as calçotada (spring onions), but also olla barrejada (olla revuelta or escudella), pig's trotters with snails, rabbit with rice, partridge stews or omelette with sauce stand out.
In the Prades mountains you will find the cultural and religious footprint left by Homo sapiens. These are the cave paintings that are proudly displayed in Rojals, a hamlet of Montblanc, and a guided tour that allows you to learn about the history through the Cave Paintings Interpretation Centre in the Prades Mountains and to relish the artistic manifestations with a visit to Mas d'en Carles, one of the jewels of cave art on the Costa Daurada.
There are three Cistercian monasteries that form part of the Cistercian Route, two of which are located on the Costa Daurada: the Monastery of Santa Maria de Poblet and the Monastery of Santes Creus.
The monastery of Santa Maria de Poblet, in Vimbodí-Poblet, became the first monument on the Costa Daurada to achieve UNESCO World Heritage status. Poblet is the largest impressive Cistercian architectural ensemble in Europe and is still inhabited by monks who keep the spirituality of the place alive.
Castells are a part of the culture and one of the most deeply-rooted traditions of the Costa Daurada. With more than two centuries of history, this tradition, which was born in Valls, has been expanding, first around Catalonia, and now, even beyond the borders and frontiers of this region. Strength, balance, courage and judgement are values associated with castellera activity and have earned it the status of Intangible Heritage by Unesco.
Tarraco romana, capital of the Roman Empire's Hispania, now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The discovery of Tarragona romana is synonymous with travelling back in time. A visit to the amphitheatre, the walls, the circus, the Praetorian Tower... a tour that will allow you to enjoy a little piece of history.
Be sure to take a stroll through the streets of the Parte Alta, where you can still experience and discover its rich history. Once there, you will finish your trip by climbing up to the terrace of the cathedral, an excellent vantage point overlooking the city.
The Miracle Beach, located to the north of the Port of Tarragona, opposite the Balcony of the Mediterranean and just a few metres from the historic amphitheatre of Tarragona, is without doubt a perfect place to enjoy the sea in an enigmatic setting. Perfect for taking a walk and relaxing after a day's sightseeing.
With its 500 metres length and 75 metres width, the daily cleaning of the sand and the wide range of services available, led to the award of the Blue Flag. It can be easily reached by car, through the Passeig Marítimo de Rafael Casanova, with easy access and good parking.
During the summer season the number 22 bus covers an extensive line of the city and has a stop at the beach. Thanks to the remodelling of this area, garden terraces have been built which connect the historical centre of Tarragona with the leisure area of the port, where you can cool off in a number of establishments, eat or buy whatever you need.
This is a privileged 1,600 m long naturist beach where you can enjoy nature in all its splendour. Further away from the city centre, it lies within a protected area. It can be reached from the N-340 by a road with beautiful views. There are some very interesting species to see, such as the sea lily or the Bonelli's eagle.
This beach is located in front of the friendly village of Almadrava, with its characteristic white houses. At 1,600 m long and with very fine white sand, it is bordered by a beautiful promenade. In its southern part there is an interesting area for diving.
An incredible and heavenly natural beach framed by a coastal dune ecosystem. Along its two kilometres it retains the last dunes and salt marshes of the Ebro delta, an authentic and unique pleasure for the eyes, far from the daily hustle and bustle of the city, of cars and rushing about. Various ponds populated by flamingos are dotted around the park in which it is located and which can be visited all year round, a small zoo for both children and adults, right next to the beach towels. Sunbathing or bathing in its crystal-clear waters also has the added attraction of being surrounded by beautiful routes for hiking or cycling, while spotting animals and plants that are unique to the area.
The beach is equipped with beach shelters, a swimming pool, parasols and a sailing school. Diving enthusiasts will find the perfect backdrop to make the most of the many rocky areas along the coastline. The water quality is excellent, and the fine golden sand invites you to relax, read a book in the gentle breeze... in this idyllic setting there is a nudist area of about 400 metres.
You can start organising your trip right now. We provide you with all the information you need to make your stay in the Costa Daurada perfect.
WHEN TO GO?
The Costa Daurada's Mediterranean climate with mild winters and warm summers with little rainfall makes it an ideal place to visit at any time of the year. You can take part in outdoor sports in any season and, if it's the beach you're looking for, then from May onwards you can enjoy this beautiful Mediterranean coastline with its mild springs, which are ideal for practising water sports and taking a dip.
DOCUMENTS
Besides your official ID or passport, essential for travelling, don't forget your driving licence if you plan to rent a car, and your Spanish or European health card. Young people, students and pensioners can also benefit from discounts on public transport, museum tickets and other tourist attractions. The ISIC International Student Card, the Euro 25 and the GO 25 will give you a whole host of discounts.
AIRPORTS
Reus Airport is located on the Costa Daurada and is served by four airlines that connect the city with international destinations such as the United Kingdom, Ireland, Belgium and Germany.
Reus Airport has buses that connect with the main provincial capitals such as Reus and Tarragona; the main towns on the coast, including Salou, Cambrils and La Pineda; and finally Barcelona. Taxi and car rental services are also available.
Barcelona Airport is located 80 kilometres from the Costa Daurada and is served by intercontinental, international and domestic airlines.
Barcelona Airport has buses that connect directly with Tarragona, El Vendrell, Calafell and Barcelona. Taxi and car rental services are also available.
BUS
The cities of Tarragona and Reus have bus stations, from where regular bus lines operate to connect the regional capitals with the rest of the cities in the surrounding areas and the Costa Daurada, as well as to cities in Spain and the rest of Europe.
BY ROAD
Two motorways cross the Costa Daurada, the AP-7 and the AP-2. The first, the AP-7, known as the Mediterranean motorway, runs from La Junquera to Alicante, while the northern motorway connects the Basque Country with Barcelona via Tarragona. There are also other roads that cross the Costa Daurada, such as the C-32 as far as Ventrell, the N-240 that links the Costa Daurada with Lleida and Zaragoza, as well as the N-340 that connects Girona with the Spanish Levante, following the coastline.
BY RAIL
The Costa Daurada has a high-speed train station. It is the Camp de Tarragona station, with a stop for AVE and Altária trains and is connected by bus with Tarragona and also with a taxi rank. RENFE, meanwhile, also has stations on the conventional rail network in practically all the towns on the Costa Daurada.
La Costa Daurada has a wide range of establishments where you can stay to suit all budgets. Wonderful hotels and flats on the beachfront for the more urban visitors and rural houses set in beautiful natural landscapes or traditional farmhouses that have become real homes for families during the holiday period for those in search of peace and tranquillity. There will be no shortage of amenities to make your stay here an unforgettable memory.
Be sure to remember that the entire coastline has an extensive network of campsites and holiday chalets, both on the beach and in rural areas, which are equipped with every luxury. Whatever you choose, you won't go wrong, all the resorts are close to points of interest for a rewarding walk among the Roman ruins, a taste of the delights of the land or simply a stroll along the dozens of routes that dot the whole region. You decide what you prefer, the Costa Daurada is waiting for you.
HOSPITALS
Reus
Centre MQ Reus
43203 Reus
Tel.: 0034 977 01 08 00
University Hospital of Sant Joan de Reus
43206 Reus
Tel.: 0034 977 33 73 03
Opening hours: Accident and emergency 24 hours a day.
Tarragona
Hospital Sant Pau i Santa Tecla
43003 Tarragona
Tel.: 0034 977 25 99 00
Opening hours: Accident and emergency 24 hours a day.
Joan XXIII University Hospital of Tarragona
43005 Tarragona
Tel.: 0034 977 29 58 00
Opening hours: Accident and emergency 24 hours a day.
Ambulances 061
The euro is the official currency on the Costa Daurada. Credit cards can be used for most business transactions, especially in tourist areas, where efforts are made to speed up spending. Off the beaten track, some small bars and local shops may only accept cash.
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