Camping in Costa Brava

Costa Brava Holidays

Set the pace of life on your family camping holidays in Costa Brava. When camping in Costa Brava, you can start your day by winding down into the warm sand of a deserted beach, then wander through meadows and whitewashed villages.

Or, for those craving exhilaration over peace with their holidays in Costa Brava, get your heart pumping on a mountain bike or by zooming down the dizzy heights of the Kamikaze waterslide.

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Visiting Costa Brava

Explore Costa Brava

Take a deep breath and jump right in to all of the amazing things to do in Costa Brava! Hit the beach – there are nearly 2,000 to choose from. Be one with nature in the unspoiled countryside and spectacular botanical gardens. Immerse yourself in history, culture, music and art. Enjoy some local dishes washed down with a very decent local wine. Then, if you still have the energy, head downtown to dance the night away.

Feel Costa Brava

Feel the sun on your back as you explore all the things to do in Costa Brava. Stroll along the coastline or cool down in a shady café, cathedral or gallery. Breathe in the smells of pine trees, salt sea water, garlic and spices. Step back and take in the panorama or lean in and take a closer look at the craftsmanship.

Taste Costa Brava

Why have just one dish when you can have a tableful of tapas? In your list of things to do in Costa Brava, food will feature a lot - trust us. Hunks of bread with olive oil, spicy Catalan sausage, fish galore straight from the sea, fresh and tasty fruit and vegetables - the perfect blend of French and Spanish cooking.

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Regional highlights

From tucking into the juiciest Spanish flavours to being surrounded by the most intricate architecture and artwork, here are our favourite highlights:

Peratallada
The winding cobbled streets of Peratallada will lead you over a moat, through stone arch ways, (pose for a snap) to pretty plazas where you can stay a while in the fabulous cafes and restaurants. One of the most memorable medieval villages.

Medes Islands
Dive into a spectacular underwater world teeming with fauna and flora in one of Europe’s most important marine reserves. If you don’t fancy getting your feet wet, why not spy on the sea creatures through the bottom of a glass-bottomed boat?

Dalí Museum, Figueres
Prepare yourself for a truly surreal experience at the Dalí Museum. Housed in the old municipal theatre in Figueres, the exhibition will challenge your perceptions with some of the most amazing paintings, photos, sculptures and installations you will ever encounter.

Girona
Survey the city from the perfectly preserved Roman walls and lose yourself in the winding maze of the Jewish Quarter, virtually unchanged since the fifteenth century. Take a tour of the cathedral and Arab bathhouse and explore the cobbled streets of the Old Quarter of Girona.

Barcelona
Take a tour of Gaudí’s unfinished masterpiece, the Sagrada Familia cathedral, or pay homage to some of the world’s greatest footballers at Camp Nou, home of FC Barcelona. After browsing the shops or wandering around the aquarium, why not rest your legs at a café on the Ramblas?

Getting there

The first thing to consider when thinking about camping holidays in Costa Brava is how you are going to travel there. Fortunately, there are plenty of ways to reach your destination - the choice is yours!

Airports Costa Brava
It's never been easier to choose the fly-drive option.

Gerona
Perpignan
Barcelona

Car Hire
Europcar provide you with really competitive prices on car hire with collection from all major airports or TGV train stations.

Unlimited mileage
Third-party insurance
Collision Damage Waiver
Airport hire surcharges
Local taxes

When calling us to book your car hire you must supply us with details of your flight number and arrival time. This is imperative to guarantee your hire car will be available for pick-up should your flight be delayed.

Ferries to Costa Brava
The old saying that getting there is half the fun is certainly true when you make a ferry ride as part of your plans.

Bilbao
Santander
Calais
St Malo

With a huge choice of operators and routes - not to mention the Eurotunnel, taking your car to the continent has never made more sense.

Days out

There's never a dull moment on these fantastic days out in Costa Brava.

Aquabrava Waterpark, Roses
You’ll have hours of fun in the largest wave pool in Europe and the new Cobra attraction, a high speed journey into the void.

Waterworld, Lloret de Mar
Thrillseekers can get their kicks on the X-treme Mountain, Kamikaze and Water Rapid. Need more thrills? Buy a two day ticket and you can have free entry to Aquadiver Water Park too.

Aquadiver Water Park, Lloret de Mar
Everything you need for a soggy fun-filled day for all the family including Llac Infantil and Kiddie Island for the younger ones.

Magic Park
A place with truly special powers. This supersized indoor amusement park banishes boredom and will keep children of all ages entertained all day long with bumper cars, mini boats, trampolining and ice skating and much more.

Towns and villages

Roam the towns and villages of Costa Brava and you will never want to leave this feel-good region!

Tossa de Mar
An impressive fortified medieval town complete with imposing towers and a picture-perfect old quarter. Packed full of history and only seconds from the beach – that’s a win, win situation.

Pals
Wait until the day trippers have headed home and then enjoy the peace of this hill top medieval village. Enjoy the view over the craggy Medes Islands and one of the most gorgeous beaches on the Costa Brava – perfect for a late afternoon dip.

Girona
Step back in time as you wander around the cobbled streets of the Old Quarter or walk the city’s Roman Walls. Enjoy a leisurely tour of the impressive 14th century cathedral and beautifully restored Arab baths, but don’t forget to leave yourself a little time – and money – to browse the shops.

Cadaqués
Whitewashed houses, café-lined harbour, beautiful beach. No wonder this was the summer retreat of choice of the Catalan high society and a source of inspiration for Dalí, Picasso and Mirό. The perfect place to seek out creative inspiration, or a nice seafood paella.

Barcelona
Indulge in some highbrow and lowbrow culture. Visit the City Museum, explore the modern architecture, drop into a couple of galleries – or enjoy the street entertainment over a leisurely lunch on the Ramblas.

Castellfollit de la Roca
A tiny village with an enormous view. Perched on the edge of a precipice, this charming medieval village is a tangle of narrow streets and homes built from volcanic rock. The views are just amazing – but don’t stand too close to the edge.

History

If you are a history enthusiast, you will certainly get your dose of the past in Costa Brava.

Calonge Castle
What could be more magical than enjoying live music on a warm summer’s night in an elegantly restored medieval castle? Answers on a postcard, please.

Figueres
On the surface a typical peaceful Catalan town - but nothing is what it seems in Figueres. Prepare for a challenge to your senses in the home of the Dalí museum.

Nature

The nature in Costa Brava will give you the best of both worlds - peace in its picture-perfect gardens and adventure in its volcanic region.

Marimurtra Botanical Garden, Blanes
Looking for an oasis of peace away from the hustle and bustle of the coast? Then jump into your speedboat (or hop on the bus) and head for Europe’s finest botanical gardens with stunning views out to sea.

Cap de Creus Natural Park
This rugged headland hides hidden treasures – secluded bays, mysterious rock formations, a lonely watchtower and lighthouse.

Museum of the Volcanoes, Olot
Take a journey through the mysteries of the region’s volcanic creation. And after you’ve been shaken up on the earthquake simulator, you can restore your equilibrium in the museum’s beautiful botanical gardens.

Sports and activities

No matter your age, you will have a brilliant time with these activities in Costa Brava.

Watersports
With kayaking, windsurfing, jet skiing, sailing available the length of the coast, water babies will be spoilt for choice.

Golf
If you’re a keen golfer, the 10 courses in the region will provide the variety to challenge your handicap and keep you happy for the whole holiday.

Walking and hiking
Many of Spain’s Gran Recorrido hiking trails pass through this region. If you’re not such a serious walker, follow the coastal paths to hidden bays where you can wiggle your tired toes in clear, blue Mediterranean waters.

Mountain biking and cycling
Get off road and on your bike. Explore the rugged inland terrain or follow the ‘greenways’ on disused railway lines for a gentler day out.

Can Garriga Paintball
With six different fields, there is plenty of space for everyone and now children from 7 to 13 years can join in on their special course. It's not just paintballing though! There are lots of activities to ensure everyone has a great time.