Top 6 Ancient Ruins in Costa Brava, Catalonia

May 21, 2022 Veronika Gaddis

Whether you're looking for sandy beaches, rocky coves, tranquil villages or mountain scenery, Spain's Costa Brava has something to offer you. Situated in the north-east of the country overlooking the Mediterranean Sea, the Costa Brava region enjoys hot summers and mild winters, making it an all-year-round holiday destination. There are plenty of opportunities in the Costa Brava to play golf, tennis or football, as well as to take part in water sports. The Sant Daniel Valley on the western side of the Gavarres hills has mountain biking and trekking paths with stunning views. If you are looking for a cultural activity, the Archaeological Museum in Banyoles is housed in a Gothic palace and has displays of paleontology and pottery as well as archaeology. Modern art lovers must not miss the Theatre Museum in Figueres which has a collection of Salvador Dali's paintings. At the end of the day, if you still have some energy, there is no shortage of nightlife in towns such as Lloret de Mar.
Restaurants in Costa Brava

1. Puig de Castellet Iberian Settlement

Urbanitzacio Roca Grossa C / Poblat Iberic, 17310 Lloret de Mar Spain +34 972 36 57 88 [email protected] http://lloretdemar.org/es/que-visitar/los-inicios-de-lloret/329-lloret-de-los-iberos-puig-de-castellet
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4.5 based on 115 reviews

Puig de Castellet Iberian Settlement

2. Ruins of Empuries

C/ Puig i Cadafalch s/n L'Escala, 17130 Spain +34 972 77 02 08 [email protected] http://www.macempuries.cat
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Ruins of Empuries

Empúries is one of the finest historic settings in Catalonia.Two cities, one Greek and one Roman, set by the sea at L’Escala on the south of the Bay of Roses, named by Unesco as one of the most beautiful in the world.

Reviewed By MesaGrandJunction - Grand Junction, United States

What a beautiful and fascinating location - right on the sea! There are 2 cities - the Greek city closest to the water and the Roman city above it. The mosaics in the Roman city are amazing, and the museum has some very well-preserved mosaics and sculptures. The audio guide, which is included in the admission price, is available in many languages and really helps you picture life in Empuries.

3. Ciutadella de Roses

Avinguda de Rhode, 17480 Roses Spain +34 972 15 14 66 http://www.visitroses.cat
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Ciutadella de Roses

Reviewed By 810allanc - Ipswich, United Kingdom

We did this on the morning of our free day in Roses. It was two hours very well spent and gave us an appetite for lunch. You cannot physically miss the citadel as its has an almost complete surrounding wall and is on the main road into the modern town. Entrance is a very reasonable 4 Euros with reduction for seniors. First you get a small well set out museum detailing the various phases of occupation and then you go out into the old settlement. The laminated guide sheet, which is available in several languages, is clear and informative and you can easily self guide to get insights into how the first town developed. Interesting and instructive.

4. Torre de Montgo

Passatge de Bellcaire-42, 3, 17130 L'Escala Spain
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Torre de Montgo

5. Montbarbat Iberian Settlement

Urbanitzacio Masies de Lloret, Lloret de Mar Spain
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Montbarbat Iberian Settlement

6. Turo Rodo Iberian Settlement

Lloret de Mar Spain
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