Day Trip | Calella de Palafrugell
It originated as a fishing village due to its proximity to the sea and its excellent waters. Over time, the inhabitants had to face attacks from pirates and privateers. To prevent these, several watchtowers were built, some of which—though heavily renovated—still form part of houses and farmsteads in the area.
Today, it preserves the atmosphere once felt in the villages of the region before the arrival of mass tourism, with narrow streets, houses with sloped tile roofs, and some traditional two-story fishermen's homes.
It is located on a rocky coast made up of small coves, with waters renowned for their crystal-clear appearance.
A highlight is the Camino de Ronda, a coastal path that connects Calella de Palafrugell with Llafranc, about 1 km long, offering spectacular views and accessible to all.
In Calella de Palafrugell, you can also find the Cap Roig Botanical Garden, created in 1927 by the Woevodsky couple. It is a place of great beauty where botany, history, landscape, and art come together. This is also the venue for the most important annual music event on the Costa Brava—the Cap Roig Festival. It can be reached on foot from the town center, taking about 30–35 minutes.
Just a few minutes from Calella de Palafrugell lies Llafranc, one of its districts, which was famous during Roman times for its wine production and pottery. Today, it still retains the charm of the coastal towns of the Costa Brava, which is increasingly rare to find.
9:00 AM – Departure from Plaça Espanya, next to the Venetian Towers
10:30–10:45 AM – Arrival in Calella de Palafrugell
Upon arrival, we’ll take a 30-minute walk along the Camino de Ronda, visiting the main beaches of Calella de Palafrugell. This walk is optional but is a great way to learn more about the town and its history.
Afterwards, you’ll have free time to explore both towns, their coves, the Cap Roig Botanical Garden, the lighthouse, and more.
6:00 PM – Return to Barcelona
8:00 PM – Arrival in Barcelona