13 activities on the Costa Brava in winter

Situated in the north-east of Catalonia and adjacent to the French border, the Costa Brava is a prime destination for summer holidays. This piece of Spanish paradise enjoys a privileged Mediterranean-type climate, which means it can be visited all year round, even in the middle of winter. Indeed, the winter here is pleasantly mild due to the fact that the area is protected by the Mediterranean Sea, mountains and land. Although the activities on the Costa Brava are not the same as in the summer, the ones you can enjoy in winter will certainly make you happy.

Skiing in the Pyrenees of Girona

Skiing is undoubtedly the winter sport par excellence. Although it doesn't immediately come to mind when you think of the name Costa Brava, you should know that in winter this north-eastern region of Spain, which includes Catalonia and Girona, has a lot to offer if you are a great lover of powder snow. The Costa Brava offers a total of 6 easily accessible ski resorts, including Baqueira Beret, Masella, La Molina, Vallter 2000, Vall de Núria and Espot Esqui.

Savour the local gastronomy

In summer and winter alike, the Costa Brava is renowned for its gastronomy that is sure to amaze your taste buds. It is appetizing, balanced, healthy and typical of the Mediterranean. The specialities that you must try are fideuá in Port de la Selva, churros in Roses, crema catalana in Canyelles Petites, horchata in Pals, biscuits from Castelló d'Empúries, mar y muntanya, esqueixada, pa amb tomàquet or escalivada...

Taste the best wines of the region

After savouring typical Catalan dishes, fall under the spell of wine tourism on the famous AO Empordà wine route. This route takes you on a journey through the world of wine through a wide range of experiences and activities. Rosé, white, sparkling, red, the Empordà offers you a wide range of good wines with excellent vintages in the beautiful landscape of the Costa Brava.

Having a good time in the national parks

The Costa Brava is full of national parks that you can discover quietly in winter: Els Aiguamolls, Serra de Montsant, Cap de Creus, Delta del Erbre, Alt Pirineu.

Strolling on the beaches of the Costa Brava

The Costa Brava is a seaside destination with numerous beaches, towns and coastal villages that attract many tourists every year. In winter you can enjoy the joys of idleness far from the noise, tourists and summer fury. Take a breath of fresh air and recharge your batteries by strolling along the beaches of Pals, Lloret del Mar, Portlligat, Palafrugell, Begur...

Visiting to Catalan museums

The region has a diverse culture and great artistic richness that you can explore by visiting its many museums, including the Cork Museum, the unmissable Dalí Museum, the spectacular Theatre-Museum in Figueres, the Castle-Museum in Púbol, the Palau Solterra Photographic Museum in Torroella Montgri, the Museo de la Garrotxa in Olot, the Art Museum in Girona and the Art Museum of Catalonia in Barcelona, among others.

Discover the beauty of ancient sites

The Costa Brava is not just beaches as far as the eye can see. It is also a region of ancient sites that are a must to discover. You don't need to be an archaeology lover to be overwhelmed by the splendour of the ruins of Empúries, a site where the remains of a Greek city and those of a Roman town are nestled. You can also sail into the distant past in the picturesque village of Ullastret, where the remains of an oppidum are located. The beautiful Girona (Girona) is also full of historical attractions, including the narrow streets of the Call (former Jewish quarter), Santa Maria Cathedral, the art museum, the Eiffel Bridge, the mosaic of colourful houses facing the cathedral, the Arabic baths...

Visit the wonders of the Catalan interland

Located in the Catalan hinterland, opposite the Medes Islands, Pals is one of the medieval gems not to be missed. Once there, take the time to admire its cool stone streets lined with noble residences, venture into the Gothic walls and climb up to the Josep Plà viewpoint.

Away from the hustle and bustle of summer, you will find many wonders in other villages, including the municipality of Castellfollit de la Roca, a small village rising up from a spectacular basalt cliff one kilometre long, 50 metres high and cut by the River Fluvià. It is one of the gateways to the La Garrotxa Volcanic Zone Natural Park.

Also in the hinterland are the Basilica of Santa Maria de Castelló d'Empúries, the Monastery of Sant Pere de Rodes, which overlooks the bay of El Port de la Selva, the Church of Sant Feliu, the Cathedral of Santa Maria de Girona, and so on.

Try scuba diving in Catalonia

A trip to the seabed of the Costa Brava in the middle of winter may seem extravagant, but given the privileged climate that characterises the region, scuba diving is very pleasant in any season, provided you are well equipped. The Costa Brava has many spectacular diving spots: Palamos, S'Agaro, L'Estartit, Sant Feliu de Guixols...

Take a tour of the small country of Andorra

Andorra is a small country located between Spain and France, in the Pyrenees, which is famous for its ski resorts, but above all for its tax haven which encourages tax-free sales. Its territory is therefore punctuated with duty-free shops that will delight shopping enthusiasts. On site, don't hesitate to take beautiful photos as the Andorran landscape is of course majestic.

Discover Barcelona's architectural wealth

On the Costa Brava, it's hard to miss Barcelona, the cosmopolitan capital of the Spanish region of Catalonia, which is famous for its architecture. Many tourists from all over the world visit Barcelona just for its architectural richness. Cheeky, bold, harmonious, colourful, varied, distinctive, unique... so many adjectives come to mind when describing Barcelona's architecture. Among the different buildings that highlight the architectural beauty of the area, the most important are the Basilica de la Segrada Família, Casa Batlló, La Pedrera (Casa Mila) ...

Getting to the Botanical Gardens

The Costa Brava is home to a multitude of equally beautiful botanical gardens. Of course, these are transformed in winter, and it would be a shame to miss them: El Jardi Botanic de Cap Roig in Calella Palafrugell, Santa Clotilde in Lloret de Mar, Pinya de Rosa in Blanes, the Gardens of La Francesca in Girona... An anthology of flowers and plants emblematic of the region is waiting for you.

Discover the most beautiful creeks and creeks

The Costa Brava is known as the Costa Brava, with its coves and inlets scattered along the coast. Even in winter, it is impossible to resist them. The most beautiful ones are mainly on the Cap de Begur side, the Caditeres massif near Tossa de Mar and on Cap de Creus.