If you are in Catalonia you can not miss this incredible town. Llançà has the privilege of being part of the much-desired Costa Brava, besides having beautiful architectural treasures and a great variety of paradisiacal beaches. Undoubtedly an important town to see in Girona and in the Alt Empordà region.
If you have a free day, you must visit these 3 incredible places of the Costa brava. In this route from Monestir Sant Pere de Rodes to Playa Garbet, we have combined culture + charming village + paradisiacal beach We hope you like it!
For this excursion we advise you to bring the best attitude and comfortable clothes, as well as drinks and a snack for the road, since we will be a whole day and of course do not forget your camera or if it is the case, bring your cell phone with plenty of charge, so you do not miss any picture.
Monestir St. Pere de Rodes: Although the origin of this monastery is unknown, its first documents date from the year 878 and we could say that it is preserved in very good condition. Being in the mountain of Verdera, from there, you can see incredible panoramic views of the bay of Port de la Selva and part of Cap de Creus.
Llançà: after a morning cultural visit, we suggest you to stop for lunch in the charming seaside village of Llançà. Only about 25 minutes drive from our first place, we will arrive to this beautiful village glimpsed between mountains and with amazing sea views. And if you feel like it after lunch, you can take a walk along the coast and the seaport.
Garbet beach: finally, we suggest you to relax on this modest and romantic beach of Garbet. Although it is small, it is perfect for a refreshing swim in its dazzling blue waters, open the sun lounger and disconnect from everything until the sun goes down.
Sant Pere de Rodes Monastery
This architectural ensemble is composed of a cloister, its bell tower, some cells, a dining room and a few other buildings around the monastery. In addition, the architecture of this place is the maximum representation of the Catalan Romanesque and which was built around the year 878.
The Monestir St. Pere de Rodes is located in the mountain range from which it takes its name and faces the coast of Llançà and the south side of Port de la Selva and is undoubtedly one of the most visited viewpoints on the Costa Brava.
In our stop by this monastery, we will live a very spiritual experience, at the same time that we will admire some beautiful landscapes, while we enjoy a delicious meal in its renowned restaurant. If you dare you can make one of the many guided tours that are made around this place and get to know a little more of the charming corners that houses this magnificent place.
Llançà
The town of Llançà is full of traditions and lots of nature. With one of the most important natural environments at its feet, this beautiful village of Catalonia is the ideal place to make routes and excursions along its numerous coasts, as well as its beautiful forests full of charm.
If you dare to pass through this place, we recommend sunbathing on one of its beaches, do some water sports (which by the way there is a great variety), climb the Castellar viewpoint You can also walk along the coast until you reach the promenade or take one of the megalithic routes that run through the town and tell the true history and development of this ancient municipality. No matter what plan you choose, the important thing is not to miss Llançà.
Garbet Beach
To finish our route we will refresh ourselves in the beautiful Garbet Beach . This beach surrounded by nature is one of our favorite places on the Costa Brava and we are not lying when we say it is charming.
This beach is located in the bay of Cap Ras . Despite being quite far away, it is usually easy to reach, and the beach has many services for swimmers and restaurants to eat something during the day.
In this beautiful beach we will finish our route, enjoying a beautiful sunset in the middle of the sea and mountains and letting ourselves be seduced by all the splendor offered by its landscapes.
