Catalonia

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To the north-east, and the most northerly of Spain’s Mediterranean regions, Catalonia’s coastline is interspersed with sheltered coves and white-washed fishing villages such as Rosas. Medieval walled villages stand amongst the pine-clad rocky Catalonian mountains rising sharply from the coast, where the beaches vary from wide, long sandy stretches to pretty small pine-backed coves. The region’s largest city, Barcelona, has a continental atmosphere and offers an enticing mix of history and culture.

Barcelona

The ancient capital of Catalonia with excellent shops and bustling cafés in the Ramblas quarter. The highlight is Gaudi’s incredible unfinished cathedral, La Sagrada Familia.

Salou

As the tourist capital of the Costa Dorada, Salou is one of Catalonia's most popular holiday destinations (behind nearby Barcelona) thanks to its many tourist attractions and Mediterranean climate. Salou is blessed with a number of excellent white, sandy beaches that are rated some of the best in Spain. The Salou Promenade, which runs adjacent to Salou's largest Llevant beach, is one of the most beautiful landmarks of Salou and lined with good quality restaurants and beach bars.

Estartit

This once sleepy fishing village is now a picturesque family resort at the foot of the Montgri mountain range. Estartit's position affords its visitors over 15 kilometres of rocky coastline and some of the longest beaches in the Costa Brava. However, Estartit has done something which many coastal towns buoyed by tourism have not - retained much of its old world charm. Traditional Catalan dishes are served at many of its quaint family owned restaurants, especially near the harbour.

Figueres

A peaceful Catalan town, and home to Salvador Dali’s fascinating museum with its unique dome roof.

Gerona

This ancient Catalonian town has a wonderful 14th century cathedral. A maze of alleys and cobbled streets wind through the pretty old quarter and this area looks particularly attractive at night.

Cadaqués

Once a summer retreat for wealthy Catalans, today this popular village next to a wonderful beach has a pretty harbour and cafés lining narrow streets.

Pals

A medieval hilltop village perched high above the sea with wonderful views of the bay and Medas Islands.

Sitges

A mixture of the old and the new, Sitges was developed as a summer resort for the wealthy citizens of Barcelona.

Family attractions

Aquabrava Waterpark

Near the site at Rosas, with giant spiral waterchutes and slides.

Cabárceno Game Park

Those staying at the sites in Cantabria will love a drive through this game park, with zoo and nature reserve.

Walking

We provide detailed walking notes at the Santillana campsite.

Universal Mediterranea

Universal Mediterranea is the new Universal Studios resort in Spain offering theme park fun, two new hotels, and a brand new Waterpark.

Port Aventura

Port Aventura features fabulous rides, to thrill every member of the family, dazzling shows and entertainment, and an infinite variety of shops and restaurants to suit all tastes. The world is at your finger tips as you journey around the theme park, visiting exotic Polynesia, imperial China, flamboyant Mexico or the delights of the Wild West or Mediterranean. Why not prebook your tickets with Keycamp and enjoy a discount on entry prices.

Estartit:

Castell Montgri >

Pals:

Cypsela >

Calella de Palafrugell:

La Siesta >

Playa d'Aro:

Internacional de Calonge >

Lloret de Mar:

Camping Tucan >

Salou:

Cambrils Park >

Vilanova I la Geltru:

Vilanova Park >

Nr Salou:

L'Ametlla Village Platja >

Nr Cambrils:

La Torre del Sol >

Playa Montroig:

Playa Montroig Camping Resort >

Bonmont:

Bonmont >

Cambrils:

Pueblo El Dorado Playa >