Best Beaches in the Costa Brava
14 hand-picked beaches in the Costa Brava, ranked by our editors. Top pick: Sa Tuna Beach, Begur (4.6 / 5).
Sa Tuna Beach, Begur
Sa Tuna, Begur, Girona · Tiny cove with fishermen houses on the Costa Brava · 4.6 / 5
Tamariu Beach
Tamariu, Palafrugell, Costa Brava · Small golden-sand cove on the Costa Brava · 4.5 / 5
Platja Gran, Tossa de Mar
Tossa de Mar, Costa Brava · Golden beach below the medieval Vila Vella walls · 4.5 / 5
Platja de Cadaques
Cadaques, Costa Brava · Whitewashed fishing village on a quiet cove · 4.5 / 5
Platja de Calella de Palafrugell
Calella de Palafrugell, Costa Brava · Small coves below whitewashed arches · 4.5 / 5
Platja de Llafranc
Llafranc, Palafrugell, Costa Brava · Fine-sand cove under pines in a Costa Brava fishing village · 4.5 / 5
La Fosca Beach
Palamos, Costa Brava · Sheltered sandy beach on the Costa Brava · 4.4 / 5
Aiguablava Beach
Begur, Costa Brava, Catalonia · Small cove below the Parador on the Costa Brava · 4.4 / 5
Platja de Sa Riera, Begur
Sa Riera, Begur, Costa Brava · Quiet cove with fishermen houses on the Costa Brava · 4.4 / 5
Platja de Sant Pol, Costa Brava
Sant Pol, Sant Feliu de Guixols, Costa Brava · Wide golden bay between pine hills on the Costa Brava · 4.4 / 5
Platja de Roses
Roses, Costa Brava · Big calm bay on the north Costa Brava · 4.3 / 5
Platja de Sant Feliu de Guixols
Sant Feliu de Guixols, Costa Brava · Sheltered town bay on the Costa Brava with a promenade · 4.3 / 5
Platja de Lloret
Lloret de Mar, Costa Brava · Main bay of Lloret de Mar with coarse golden sand · 4.1 / 5
Platja de Blanes
Blanes, Costa Brava · Long beach beside the start of the Costa Brava · 4.1 / 5About beaches in the Costa Brava
The Costa Brava in Catalonia has pine-covered hills, rocky headlands and small sandy coves with clear water. Fishing villages sit close to many beaches, and coastal paths link the calas.
When to go
June to September is the main season, with the sea warmest in August. May and September are quieter.
Getting around
A car helps for the smaller coves, but walking paths connect many beaches. Parking is limited in July and August, so arrive early.
Easiest beaches to reach
Sa Tuna Beach, Begur, Tamariu Beach, Platja Gran, Tossa de Mar, Platja de Cadaques.
Quieter hidden gems
Sa Tuna Beach, Begur, Platja de Cadaques, Platja de Calella de Palafrugell.
All beaches at a glance
- Sa Tuna Beach, Begur: best June–September, water about 22 degrees C, access easy.
- Tamariu Beach: best June–September, water about 23 degrees C, access easy.
- Platja Gran, Tossa de Mar: best June–September, water about 22 degrees C, access easy.
- Platja de Cadaques: best June–September, water about 22 degrees C, access easy.
- Platja de Calella de Palafrugell: best June–September, water about 22 degrees C, access easy.
- Platja de Llafranc: best June–September, water about 24 degrees C, access easy.
- La Fosca Beach: best June–September, water about 23 degrees C, access easy.
- Aiguablava Beach: best June–September, water about 23 degrees C, access moderate.
- Platja de Sa Riera, Begur: best June–September, water about 24 degrees C, access easy.
- Platja de Sant Pol, Costa Brava: best June–September, water about 23 degrees C, access easy.
- Platja de Roses: best June–September, water about 23 degrees C, access easy.
- Platja de Sant Feliu de Guixols: best June–September, water about 23 degrees C, access easy.
- Platja de Lloret: best June–September, water about 22 degrees C, access easy.
- Platja de Blanes: best June–September, water about 22 degrees C, access easy.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit the beaches in the Costa Brava?
June to September is the main season, with the sea warmest in August. May and September are quieter.
Which beaches in the Costa Brava are easiest to reach?
The easiest access is at Sa Tuna Beach, Begur, Tamariu Beach, Platja Gran, Tossa de Mar, Platja de Cadaques. Check each beach page for parking and facilities.
Do I need a car for the beaches in the Costa Brava?
A car helps for the smaller coves, but walking paths connect many beaches. Parking is limited in July and August, so arrive early.
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