Costa Brava Road Trip: from Begur to Tossa de Mar… | VAN-AWAY, give yourself the freedom to roam

About this road trip

764 km

Short (2 to 4 days)

Europe

An ideal destination to escape and soak up some vitamin D for a 2-day weekend—or even 3 days to have time to relax on the beautiful white sand beaches—departing from our rental agencies in Toulouse or Montpellier. If you’re coming from farther away, plan for a longer stay and combine it with other stunning areas in the region, such as Cadaqués further north, or Barcelona and Sitges further south!

Do you only picture Costa Brava as a coast lined with concrete high-rises? Yes, there are some… but let us show you the hidden gems you can discover… ideally off-season!

Craving umbrella pines, the sound of cicadas, small turquoise-water coves, and fishing villages proudly lining up their colorful traditional boats? Then this weekend plan is just for you! Let’s hit the road…

For those leaving Friday after work and wanting to make the most of their weekend starting Saturday morning: a secure and convenient parking area is available in Le Perthus.

And if you have more time, you can also combine this itinerary with the one through the Parc Naturel Régional de la Narbonnaise.

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Your weekend begins on the cape of Begur, in the heart of the Empordà. This village and its surrounding beaches form one of the most wonderful places on the Costa Brava.
The old quarter of Begur will charm you with its multiple monuments, but if the sea is calling you, you’ll quickly go discover the most beautiful beaches of the Costa Brava, especially Cala Illa Roja, also known as Cala Moreta, probably one of the most photographed beaches on the Costa Brava. Access via Pals beach.

Once you’ve had your fill of this superb and large beach, it’s time to head to another wonderful site, south of Begur: The Aiguablava cove (blue water), a small beach of fine, golden sand with turquoise and shallow waters. The relief at both ends of this cove is ideal for walking, and offers marked trails under the pine trees.

Another superb cove, even more rugged: Cala Aigua Xelida, further south, north of Tamariu. From the cove, after a few turns under the pine forest, you’ll discover the charming little fishing port of Tamariu with its crystal-clear waters.

To end this beautiful day, spend the evening in Calella de Palafrugell, another tiny and charming fishing port with whitewashed facades, best visited out of season. For those who opt for a restaurant, several beachfront establishments offer Spanish seafood specialties in a sumptuous setting.

For your night in the camper van, two possibilities:

For those who prefer camping: the International Campsite of Calonge, despite its unpromising name, offers a beautiful wooded and quiet park. It is open all year round!
For adventurers, several nice sites on the Park4Night application, but we have a preference for this one, in a quiet location, close to Calella

Calella de Palafrugell waterfront at sunset

Were you dazzled by the superb landscapes of this first day on the Costa Brava? This second day will take your breath away! For those who have time and are following this superb Costa Brava circuit over 3 days, don’t miss the walk along the very wild Cap Roig, a protected area of more than a thousand hectares. Along its superb trails under umbrella, maritime, and Aleppo pines, you’ll discover magnificent coves far from everything: Cala Senia, Cala Estreta, Cala de Roca Bona… Start the hike from the beautiful Cala Castells beach, and follow the seaside until you reach the beautiful Cap Roig botanical gardens. Before reaching the gardens, head back in the other direction by cutting through the inland to complete this beautiful 4-hour loop.