Costa Dorada ("Golden Coast") is a stretch of coast of the Balearic Sea (part of the Mediterranean Sea) in northeastern Spain, stretching for 200 km from Vilanova i la Zelero in the north to the Ebro Delta of Alcanar in the south. The Costa Dorada covers the entire coast of the province of Tarragona.
Costa Dorada resorts:
Sitges is the closest resort town to Barcelona on the Costa Dorada. It is a lively, youthful place. The city has many bars, clubs, restaurants and other entertainment of the same category. Due to its proximity to Barcelona, the resort is considered quite expensive. The beaches are crowded, but there are secluded bays, a nudist beach and a gay beach. The first resort that welcomes guests to the Costa Dorada is Sitges.
If the resort had to be described in a few words, it would be enough to say that Sitges is among the 10 most youth resorts in the world. The city is hidden in the picturesque bay of the Costa del Garraf, about half an hour's drive from Barcelona. Sitges surprisingly combines the charm of a provincial Catalan town with the dynamics of a modern youth resort. There are boutiques of fashion brands, golf clubs, marinas with luxury yachts, stunning beaches, and numerous clubs. In general, entertainment for every taste. And, accordingly, prices are higher, compared to other resorts on the Costa Dorada.
And one more thing - Sitges is a popular vacation spot in the gay community. There are themed bars, clubs and beaches. Every year a gay parade is held in Sitges.
Calafell is a small, very pleasant town. Between Sitges and El Vendrell along the coast lies the small resort town of Calafell.
Its name translates as "small fortress", and all because the majestic El Castillo de Santa Cruz castle towers over the city - the city's calling card.
An excellent place for a family vacation, there is even a certificate from the Catalan government confirming the status of a family resort.
The tourist part of the city stretches along the coast. Hotels, villas, bars, clubs and other tourist infrastructure are concentrated here. The administrative part of the city is located further from the coast, on a hill. The city has many sports grounds and swimming pools.
El Vendrell is a great place for a quiet, leisurely vacation. A resort loved by Europeans. The territory of El Vendrell includes three tourist areas.
These are San Salvador, Comarruga and El Francas. The coastal waters of the resort are rich in iodine, the beaches are clean, golden and sandy, the entrance is gentle. Another feature and at the same time the advantage of this Costa Dorada resort is that the hotels here "stretch" along the coast, that is, most of them are on the first line.
Coma-Ruga is a built-up area of Vendrell near the coastline. Nearby is the cozy town of El Vendrell and the no less charming San Salvador. In the 19th century, a thermal spring was discovered, which contains the largest amount of iodine in the Mediterranean. The healing properties of water at a temperature of about 20 ° C served as a reliable source for healing many people and preventing serious diseases. The location of the fishing villages is perfectly combined with the incredible beauty of the surrounding landscape of Coma-Ruga. Tourists immediately draw attention to the golden sand, clear sea and very wide beaches.
Torredembarra is a clean, cozy city that can be visited in a day. The old part of the city has narrow streets and old houses typical of Catalonia. There are three beaches in the city, all of which smoothly merge into each other, without a clear division. There is no terrible influx of visitors here, unlike the main tourist destinations of Catalonia, which may appeal to lovers of a quiet, leisurely holiday.
Tarragona is a large modern industrial city. The ancient streets of the city of Tarragona on the Costa Dorada have remained intact to this day, practically unchanged since the times of the Roman Empire. Tarragona has always hosted all kinds of festivals, carnivals and processions. Rambla Street is the city center and the center of the entertainment complex, leading directly to the promenade. Many historical monuments, architectural objects, reflecting a variety of styles, including medieval and Romanesque, Gothic and neoclassical, etc., intertwine with modern buildings, creating a unique architectural ensemble that reflects the culture of the nation. This ancient city was founded by the ancient Romans and was the residence of emperors, as well as a venue for political and religious events. Ancient monuments of Tarragona were included in the UNESCO list as particularly valuable objects. Many unique buildings, palaces, churches and cathedrals have been preserved in this city in their original form. An excellent option for an excursion holiday in the Costa Dorada. There are many attractions, well-developed infrastructure, various festivals and events are constantly held.
La Pineda is simply an ideal place to relax with children. It is not as crowded here as in the more popular Salou. But at the same time, the tourist infrastructure is equally developed, the air is beautiful, the sand is clean with a gentle slope and shallow water. And for children there is everything - both family hotels and a lot of different attractions and entertainment. There are almost no supermarkets or branded stores here, so you won't have a good and profitable shopping trip (you can always go to Salou).
Salou is the most famous and most affordable resort on the Costa Dorada. This is undoubtedly the tourist center of the coast. It is here that you will find the most modern hotels, entertainment for every taste, and the Port Aventura park. Architecture lovers should check out the following sights: the Bonet House, the Church of Santa Maria del Mar, the Old Tower, the Catalan Manor, the Jaime I Monument in the center of Salou, the Torre Vella Fortress.
Cambrils is a charming town - atmospheric and colorful. Gourmets and golf enthusiasts will especially like it here. The first is because of the local fish restaurants, the second is because of the proximity of three golf clubs. Cambrils is an excellent resort for families with children. The parks have areas for children, and the beaches are also equipped for a comfortable stay with children.
Miami Playa is one of the cleanest cities on the coast. Miami Playa is located between the Pyrenees and the sea, which makes vacationing there especially comfortable, since the surrounding resort mountains do not let cold air masses into its territory. It is very quiet here. This resort is quite justifiably preferred by summer tourists and families with children. There are no huge hotels in this resort. In this regard, the beaches are never crowded.
L'Ametlla de Mar - the coastline of this resort is about 16 km, consisting of beaches, cozy coves and rocky massifs. The beaches of the city are characterized by soft and clean sand, as well as crystal clear water of the Mediterranean Sea.
The most famous of them are:
The first two beaches are quieter and more secluded, usually chosen by connoisseurs of simple relaxation, lovers of sun, sand and sea.
The last beach is usually full of yachts, there are jet ski rental points, which attracts lovers and young people.
