Calella de Palafrugell, Spain

Calella de Palafrugell

A whitewashed fishing village with small coves on the Costa Brava.

  • May–Oct
  • 1 night
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Things to do

2 days in Calella de Palafrugell

Day 1

  1. MorningWalk the coastal path to the coves of Llafranc and Tamariu.
  2. AfternoonSwim at the Port Bo beach and the rocky coves.
  3. EveningHave dinner under the arches on the beach.

Day 2

Visit the Cap Roig gardens or the medieval village of Pals.

What to eat

Fresh seafood and cremat, rum flambéed with coffee.

Local tips

Make the most of Calella de Palafrugell

Beat the crowds

July and August are busy. Spring and autumn are lovely.

Best photo spot

The white fishermen's houses and arches along the little coves.

Getting there

Buses run from Girona and Barcelona to Palafrugell, then a short local bus.

Don't miss nearby

Llafranc and Tamariu on the coastal path, and the Cap Roig gardens.

Good to know

The coastal path to Llafranc takes about 30 minutes. In early July there's a festival of sea shanties called havaneres.

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Plan your visit

Getting to Calella de Palafrugell

Getting there

  • Girona-Costa Brava Airport (GRO)35 km away
  • Barcelona Airport (BCN)115 km away
  • Girona30 km away
  • Barcelona100 km away

Reachable by car or public transport; a car gives you more freedom to explore the area. Distances are in a straight line.

At a glance

Best timeMay–Oct
TypeHidden town
Good forCoast, Food
Getting thereCar or public transport
Stay1 night
CountrySpain

Questions

Calella de Palafrugell: good to know

Is Calella de Palafrugell worth visiting?

Yes, especially if you like the coast and food. A whitewashed fishing village with small coves on the Costa Brava.

How many days do you need in Calella de Palafrugell?

Plan 1 night. Our free 2-day plan above shows how to spend your time.

When is the best time to visit Calella de Palafrugell?

The best time to visit is May to Oct. July and August are busy. Spring and autumn are lovely.

How do you get to Calella de Palafrugell?

The nearest airport is Girona-Costa Brava Airport (GRO), about 35 km away. Buses run from Girona and Barcelona to Palafrugell, then a short local bus.

What is there to see near Calella de Palafrugell?

Nearby hidden places include Girona (32 km), Collioure (71 km) and Barcelona (101 km).

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