Charming towns
Reaching Cadaqués can be an adventure, as is the northernmost town on the Costa Brava. However, it is a good idea to prepare a trip and and make a visit to the surrounding villages following the road along mountain and sea where you can also see the French coast.
Fishing villages like Port de la Selva or Llançà have a special flair, with marvelous sandy beaches. A little further inland, but close, is located San Pere de Rodas, one of the most majestic monasteries of Catalonia and that we always recommend saving a few hours away to visit.
Doing a little longer car trip, this time with lighter roads, we find indoor cities like Girona, considered one of the top 10 tourist destinations in the world for its cathedral and its neighborhoods still retain the spirit in ancient times, or the beautiful medieval city of Besalú, where you can also enjoy incredible mountain meals.
Roses
Roses is a town of Mediterranean essence, with a marked tourist and seafaring tradition, located in an environment of unparalleled natural beauty and landscape, north of the Costa Brava.
The gastronomy of Roses, straddling tradition and creativity, is evidently based on fresh fish. It can be found from the most traditional dish, such as the fish suquet, to the most original invention of Ferran Adrià.
Llançà
Llançà is an old seafaring town located near Cadaqués and the French border. Its coastline, marked by small coves and landscapes open to the Mediterranean, makes it a perfect stop to discover another side of the Costa Brava.
Surrounded by beautiful natural spaces, Llançà invites you to stroll along the sea, enjoy its quiet corners and connect with the most authentic character of the Alt Empordà coast.
Girona
Girona is well-known for the beauty of its historical buildings, such as the imposing Cathedral and the Sant Feliu church; and the authenticity of its streets, like the ones located in the old town or the boulevard, which have perfectly preserved its medieval traits.
But it is also a fashionable city thanks to its culture and gastronomic offers, a good example would be the world's best restaurant: El Celler de Can Roca.
Other towns
Both the Alt Empordà and the Baix Empordà boast idyllic towns. Some are located further inland, while others are right on the coast. Many of these villages have preserved the traditions and magic of the Costa Brava, captivating every visitor.
In the Alt Empordà, you'll find important cities like Figueres, the regional center, known for its shops and the internationally renowned Dalí Museum. In the Baix Empordà, Begur and Calella de Palafrugell are ideal for strolling and getting lost in their streets, while Ullastret and Peratallada are notable for their medieval villages.