Some of the best beaches on the Costa Brava—and in Spain—are undoubtedly the beaches of L’Estartit. This small town in the Baix Empordà offers visitors a combination of wide sandy beaches, hidden rocky coves, outstanding natural beauty, and crystal-clear waters you’ll want to be in. L’Estartit’s location within the Montgrí, the Medes Islands and the Baix Ter Natural Park is an added draw for nature lovers, who can enjoy dunes, cliffs, spectacular seabeds and wetlands of great ecological importance.
Whether you’re travelling with family, as a couple or with friends, you’ll find the ideal beach for what you’re looking for: long stretches of sand with all the services, smaller and quieter coves, or areas for water sports in an exceptional setting. Keep reading to discover the best beaches in L’Estartit and learn more about the Costa Brava.
The best beaches in L’Estartit
This selection of beaches and coves includes our favourite spots to relax in the sun and enjoy the Mediterranean in L’Estartit:
Platja Gran L’Estartit
We’ll start with L’Estartit’s main beach, which is also the best known. It’s nearly 5 kilometres long and connects the port with the mouth of the River Ter. There’s plenty of space here, even in August; for that reason, and thanks to its shallow waters, it’s one of the best options for families with children. From here you can admire the beauty of the Medes Islands, an icon of L’Estartit.
Platja de Griells
This beach is a little quieter than Platja Gran, but it still offers access to essential services for a great day at the beach. If you like kayaking or paddleboarding, you can have a great time here thanks to the calm sea. It’s one of the best beaches in L’Estartit.
Cala Ferriol
Now we’ll tell you about a small cove surrounded by vegetation that covers the cliffs. To get to this beach in L’Estartit, you’ll need to walk a 1-hour trail, but the setting and tranquillity are the perfect reward.
Cala Pedrosa
A wild cove—very small and not easy to access (you’ll need to follow a trail or arrive by sea)—with few visitors precisely because of that. For lovers of peace and quiet, hiking and snorkelling, it can be a great option.
Dog beach in L’Estartit
Fortunately, more and more travellers want to take their pets on holiday and, for that, it’s important to know where we can take our faithful friends. In L’Estartit there’s a specific area on Platja Gran, the town’s main beach, where dogs and other animals can swim in the sea. To enjoy this area, head to the southern end of this magnificent dog beach in L’Estartit.
Services and accessibility on the beaches of L’Estartit
The main beaches in L’Estartit offer a wide range of services for visitors to enjoy, such as showers, sun lounger and parasol hire, toilets, and a great selection of food and leisure options. The best range of services can be found at Platja Gran, also known as L’Estartit Beach, although Griells Beach also has most of the services mentioned.
Take the opportunity to walk along the seafront promenade or cycle it, so you can see its full length and discover shops, restaurants and different beach areas. If you prefer to look for smaller, quieter coves, bear in mind that these don’t have services: you’ll need to bring water, something to eat and anything else you might need.
Water activities and nature
On the beaches of l’Estartit, one of the watchwords is fun. There are plenty of activities for all tastes and ages:
- Diving
Many travellers come to L’Estartit to enjoy marine life around the Medes Islands, one of Europe’s best diving destinations.
- Boat trips
Another way to enjoy the seabed is to hop on a boat with underwater viewing, a safe and easy activity for the whole family.
- Kayaking or paddleboarding
Two very relaxing activities that let you enjoy the sea in a different way, and which are especially appealing here thanks to the calm, clear waters.
- Hiking
There are several hiking routes in the Natural Park that includes L’Estartit, which is ideal for enjoying nature walks and then a bit of beach time.
- Water parks
On the main beaches of L’Estartit you’ll find inflatable water parks, offering lots of fun in the water for the whole family.
Recommendations for your visit
We’d like to share a few tips and recommendations to make your visit to the beaches of L’Estartit as perfect as possible:
- During the summer months, it’s best to get to the beach very early; that way you’ll find parking and a good spot to lay out your towel.
- If you’re planning to go hiking, it’s a good idea to bring suitable footwear, water and food, and use sun protection.
- As well as the beaches, you can visit Montgrí’s historic centre to learn a bit more about the region, or climb up to its castle to enjoy fantastic views over the Empordà.
- Remember this is a Natural Park, an area of great beauty and environmental value, so you must follow its rules: you can’t collect fauna or flora, anchor boats outside authorised areas, or leave litter.
Make the most of your days in L’Estartit
One of the best ways to experience the Costa Brava is to enjoy the beaches of l’Estartit and the beauty of the Montgrí, the Medes Islands and the Baix Ter Natural Park. Here you’ll find wide beaches, hidden coves, a wide range of leisure options and the ideal conditions for an amazing summer in an exceptional place.
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