The Costa Brava also offers a rich cultural and leisure scene that makes it a fantastic destination in autumn.
As the summer heat fades, the magic of its medieval villages emerges amidst the greenest landscapes.
If you are staying at Hotel & Spa Mas de Torrent, do not miss the opportunity to explore the medieval towns of Costa Brava. Here are the must-see spots to include in your itinerary.
Explore the medieval towns of Costa Brava
Pals: a paradise among lagoons
At first glance, Pals looks like something out of a medieval fairy tale. This charming village, perched on a hill just six minutes by car from Hotel & Spa Mas de Torrent, invites visitors to wander its cobblestone streets and admire its stone houses of authentic historical charm.
What sets apart this charming town in Costa Brava is the way it blends this cultural character with its natural surroundings: Pals is surrounded of a vast plain of lagoons and rice fields, where some of the best rice in Spain is grown. After a pleasant walk along the ancient walls, Pals is the perfect place to savor a delicious paella made with this local rice.
Tossa de Mar: a fortified medieval town on the Catalan coast
Tossa de Mar is one of the most vibrant towns on the Costa Brava. While its crystal-clear waters, ideal for diving, attract crowds during the summer, autumn’s calm transforms it into one of the best towns to visit in Costa Brava.
Tossa de Mar isthe only fortified medieval town along the Costa Brava. With a 300-meter perimeter built between the XIIth and XIVth centuries, its walls offer some of the most breathtaking views of the Mediterranean Sea. If you enjoy walking, be sure to hike up to the lighthouse to work up an appetite before indulging in fresh seafood dishes at the town’s top restaurants.
Begur: an architectural gem with a cinematic history
Begur, located just 10 minutes from Hotel & Spa Mas de Torrent, holds an intriguing secret: its castle served as the setting for the final scene of the 1959 Oscar-winning film Suddenly, Last Summer, directed by Joseph Leo Mankiewicz. The town’s narrow cobblestone streets, pastel-colored colonial houses, and castle ruins create a postcard-perfect scene hard to forget.
Autumn is one of the best times to visit Begur, especially during the Feria de la Castañera on November 1st. The town is filled with the scent of roasted chestnuts and traditional seasonal sweets. Furthermore, the local council also organizes a range of cultural activities for the whole family, including a haunted house, escape room, costume contests, and the popular castañada feast.
Calella de Palafrugell: the essence of nature
If you love immersing yourself in natural landscapes, Calella de Palafrugell should be on your Costa Brava medieval town itinerary. This small fishing village has preserved its essence over the years, and its white houses overlooking the Mediterranean give it a distinctive charm compared to other nearby towns.
One of the best ways to discover Calella de Palafrugell is by taking a walk along the Camí de Ronda, a coastal path dotted with hidden coves nestled between cliffs and turquoise beaches. Wrapping up your tour of Costa Brava’s medieval towns in Calella de Palafrugell is the perfect way to end a journey where history, sea, and nature intertwine to offer a truly unique experience.
