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Catalan Classic Walk
Day 1: Arrive in Castell de PalafrBugell
We meet you at Flaca station and take you to your hotel (35 min), where our rooms have balconies and sea views. It's less than 5 mins walk to the centre of town where you have so many restaurants to choose from that we’ve left evening meals here up to you.
Day 2: Calella de Palafrugell to Castell d'Emporda (9mi/15km/3.5hrs )
You start with a 15min ride to Llofriu from whereyou have a choice of routes. The easier and shortest goes via Torrent and the forested Muntanya Seca. Then it’s on to the picturesque village of Peratallada, possibly the best preserved village in Spain with beautifully restored arches, arcaded passageways and lovely shaded square for a long lazy lunch. The more strenuous option takes you into the les Gavarres hills to visit three dolmen - fantastic views of the Empordà plain. The hotel at Castell d’Empordà has one of the finest located pools we’ve come across.
Day 3: At Castell d'Emporda
Laze by the pool or follow our suggested circular walk linking the pretty mediaeval villages of Corça, Monells and La Bisbal - a lively market town famous for antiques and pottery. Take time to explore the old quarter including the Carrer de Call, formerly a Jewish ghetto - its intricate arches are still intact today.
Day 4: Castell d'Emporda to Begur (14 mi / 21km / 5 hrs )
Gentle walking across the Emporda plain, stopping first at the walled village of Ullastret. The vast archaeological site here contains the remains of one of the oldest Iberian villages in Spain. On through fields bright with sunflowers until you reach peach-coloured Pals – lovely old village with Romanesque church affording stunning views. The final stretch takes you through pine forest to Maria and Narcis’ family-run hotel in the old town of Begur. The food here is fantastic!
Day 5: At Begur
Begur is a fashionable hilltop town with C11 castle, impressive villas and pretty narrow streets made for exploring! It’s just 10 mins by local bus or taxi to the coast where four beautiful sandy coves await: Sa Riera, Aiguafreda, Sa Tuna and, just over the hill, Aiguablava. Each have their own stretch of beach, shops, cafés and restaurants. For people looking for something a touch more challenging, we provide details of a 4-hour circular coastal walk which takes in all our favorite sections.
Day 6: Begur to Calella de Palafrugell (8 mi/13km/3hrs )
Shaded forest paths take you to the pretty seaside town of Tamariu where you pick up the pretty coastal path, passing rocky headlands and small, chic Spanish resorts. Lunch in one of the beachfront bars - you can almost dip your toes in the water as you eat! Back to Calella, perhaps stopping off at the botanical gardens of Cap Roig, in time for a cool swim and a couple of hours relaxing on the beach before dinner.
Day 7: Leave Calella de Palafrugell
We take you to Flaca after breakfast to catch your train back to Barcelona - a city add on here is a popular option before heading home.