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An aura of mystery surrounds the village. More than five kilometres of iodine-rich beaches are a permanent source of health and well-being. Having been awarded the Family Tourism certification, which certifies the quality of its beaches and accommodation adapted to the needs of families, it offers travellers a unique cultural asset, the Iberian Citadel, with a wide range of activities to discover the pre-Roman past.
To enter Calafell is to embark on a journey into the Middle Ages, to inhale the essence of the sea and to surrender yourself to your senses. Located in the region of Baix Penedès, its medieval castle with a Romanesque church inside provides the traveller with shade and holds countless secrets to be discovered. Artfully combining its historical legacy and its deep seafaring tradition. In Calafell you can discover the legacy of the Iberians in the citadel, with interesting activities for schoolchildren and tourists.
But Calafell is so much more. A plethora of water activities await you here and gentle waves with gentle slopes have made this beautiful spot a favourite destination for families.You are free to choose whether you want to relax by playing golf, enjoying water sports, tasting the rich gastronomy, sunbathing on its magnificent beaches... Literary figures such as Carlos Barral, who considered Calafell to be fundamental in his life and work, as well as writers of the calibre of Gabriel García Márquez, Mario Vargas Llosa and Octavio Paz, among many others, have been distinguished visitors to this village. At the Barral family's house in Calafell, an old fishermen's "botiga", now converted into a museum, guided tours and activities are held to explore Calafell's seafaring and literary past.
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Plan your trip
You can start organising your trip right now. We provide you with all the information you need to make your stay in the Costa Daurada perfect.
WHEN TO GO?
The Costa Daurada's Mediterranean climate with mild winters and warm summers with little rainfall makes it an ideal place to visit at any time of the year. You can take part in outdoor sports in any season and, if it's the beach you're looking for, then from May onwards you can enjoy this beautiful Mediterranean coastline with its mild springs, which are ideal for practising water sports and taking a dip.
DOCUMENTS
Besides your official ID or passport, essential for travelling, don't forget your driving licence if you plan to rent a car, and your Spanish or European health card. Young people, students and pensioners can also benefit from discounts on public transport, museum tickets and other tourist attractions. The ISIC International Student Card, the Euro 25 and the GO 25 will give you a whole host of discounts.
How to get there
AIRPORTS
Reus Airport is located on the Costa Daurada and is served by four airlines that connect the city with international destinations such as the United Kingdom, Ireland, Belgium and Germany.
Reus Airport has buses that connect with the main provincial capitals such as Reus and Tarragona; the main towns on the coast, including Salou, Cambrils and La Pineda; and finally Barcelona. Taxi and car rental services are also available.
Barcelona Airport is located 80 kilometres from the Costa Daurada and is served by intercontinental, international and domestic airlines.
Barcelona Airport has buses that connect directly with Tarragona, El Vendrell, Calafell and Barcelona. Taxi and car rental services are also available.
BUS
The cities of Tarragona and Reus have bus stations, from where regular bus lines operate to connect the regional capitals with the rest of the cities in the surrounding areas and the Costa Daurada, as well as to cities in Spain and the rest of Europe.
BY ROAD
Two motorways cross the Costa Daurada, the AP-7 and the AP-2. The first, the AP-7, known as the Mediterranean motorway, runs from La Junquera to Alicante, while the northern motorway connects the Basque Country with Barcelona via Tarragona. There are also other roads that cross the Costa Daurada, such as the C-32 as far as Ventrell, the N-240 that links the Costa Daurada with Lleida and Zaragoza, as well as the N-340 that connects Girona with the Spanish Levante, following the coastline.
BY RAIL
The Costa Daurada has a high-speed train station. It is the Camp de Tarragona station, with a stop for AVE and Altária trains and is connected by bus with Tarragona and also with a taxi rank. RENFE, meanwhile, also has stations on the conventional rail network in practically all the towns on the Costa Daurada.
Where to stay?
La Costa Daurada has a wide range of establishments where you can stay to suit all budgets. Wonderful hotels and flats on the beachfront for the more urban visitors and rural houses set in beautiful natural landscapes or traditional farmhouses that have become real homes for families during the holiday period for those in search of peace and tranquillity. There will be no shortage of amenities to make your stay here an unforgettable memory.
Be sure to remember that the entire coastline has an extensive network of campsites and holiday chalets, both on the beach and in rural areas, which are equipped with every luxury. Whatever you choose, you won't go wrong, all the resorts are close to points of interest for a rewarding walk among the Roman ruins, a taste of the delights of the land or simply a stroll along the dozens of routes that dot the whole region. You decide what you prefer, the Costa Daurada is waiting for you.
Health Care
HOSPITALS
Reus
Centre MQ Reus
43203 Reus
Tel.: 0034 977 01 08 00
University Hospital of Sant Joan de Reus
43206 Reus
Tel.: 0034 977 33 73 03
Opening hours: Accident and emergency 24 hours a day.
Tarragona
Hospital Sant Pau i Santa Tecla
43003 Tarragona
Tel.: 0034 977 25 99 00
Opening hours: Accident and emergency 24 hours a day.
Joan XXIII University Hospital of Tarragona
43005 Tarragona
Tel.: 0034 977 29 58 00
Opening hours: Accident and emergency 24 hours a day.
Ambulances 061
Currency and customs
The euro is the official currency on the Costa Daurada. Credit cards can be used for most business transactions, especially in tourist areas, where efforts are made to speed up spending. Off the beaten track, some small bars and local shops may only accept cash.
PHONE NUMBERS FOR CANCELLING BANK CARDS
- 4 B - VISA Electron - MasterCard - VISA: 0034 902 114 400 / 0034 913 626 200
- Servired (VISA - VISA Electron - MasterCard): 0034 902 192 100
- American Express: 0034 902 375 637
- Red 6000: 0034 915 965 335