Costa Brava, Spain
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Platja d'Aro is in Costa Brava.It is an important center for commerce and daytime and nighttime leisure on the Costa Brava. The town boasts more than 2 km of beach and a set of coves that complement its landscape.
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It is divided into two sections by a rock formation that juts out into the sea and is called the islet of Sa Conca. Oriented to the east, it has a total length of 384 m and a width that varies between 5 and 70 m. Made up of very coarse sand, the slope of entry into the water is very steep. The bottom of the water at Sa Conca is sandy, while that of Cala dels Oriços is rocky.
Punta Prima
It is a semi-natural beach, with a length of 475 m, flanked by a pine forest and the Vall d'Or campsite.
platja Llarga
It is a long, very linear and open sandbar, which extends from the mouth of the Ridaura River to the south, and to the north it borders Punta d'en Ramis. Oriented to the east-southeast, it is 1,500 m long and has a width that varies between 40 and 70 m, made up of coarse golden sand. The slope of the entrance to the water is very steep and the bottom is sandy. The entire beach is flanked by a lively promenade where there are bars, restaurants and hotels. It has all kinds of services: toilets, showers, lifeguard, first aid station, ramps for people with reduced mobility, taverns, sunbeds and parasols for rent, children's play areas and centres for practicing nautical activities.
Oriented to the southeast, it is 219 m long and varies between 35 and 40 m wide, made up of coarse golden sand. The slope of the entrance to the water is somewhat steep, with a sandy bottom at the entrance to the sea, and rocks a few meters away. It has all the services: lifeguards, showers, toilets, first aid point, ramps for people with reduced mobility, children's area and rental of sun loungers, parasols and pedal boats. In the afternoon it immediately becomes shaded. At the northern end begins the coastal path, which runs through the small coves until reaching the large sandy beach of Sant Antoni de Calonge.
It is surrounded by pine trees and cliffs, which give it the appearance of a miniature bay. Oriented to the east-southeast, it is 38 m long and has an average width of 12 m, made up of medium and coarse sand, with a slight slope at the entrance to the sea. The bottom is sandy at first, but soon becomes rocky. There are small boats moored on the sand. It does not have any services.
Located in an urbanized area, surrounded by pine trees, which give the cove its name, it is 43 m long and 14 m wide, made up of medium and coarse sand, with a gentle slope into the water, and a rocky bottom. It does not have any services.
Oriented to the east-southeast, it has a length of 32 m and an average width of 7 m, made up of coarse sand and gravel. Nudism is practiced there. Continuing from the beach, on the north side, and forming the same area, there is the Cala del Paller, a very rocky area with complicated access, which reaches the rock formation called Belladona Grossa.
Modern Mediterranean cuisine with fresh seafood, rice dishes and grilled meats, popular for its terrace with sea views.
Family-run spot offering pizzas, pasta, Spanish classics and large portions in a casual setting.
Upscale restaurant focusing on Catalan and French-inspired dishes, with emphasis on fresh local ingredients and sea views.
Grill specialist with Argentine-style parrilla, seafood and extensive wine list in a lively atmosphere.
Popular nightclub and restaurant with themed parties, DJs and guest lists. Book ahead for weekends.
Zsa Zsa
High-energy disco with weekly themed parties, shows and electronic music. WhatsApp for reservations.
Gib's Bar Musical
Lively music bar and club playing commercial hits, with cocktails and a party atmosphere.
BeOut Center
Modern nightclub with lasers, LED screens and VIP area, focusing on electronic and current hits.
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Área de acogida de autocaravanas de Platja d'Aro
By train
Platja d'Aro does not have a train connection. The closest train station is Caldes de Malavella 30 km, but it's probably better go to Girona 42 km and there take the bus.
By car
Platja d'Aro is on the , which comes from Figueres 70 km in the north and connects to Girona via the and to (Barcelona-France) via the .
By boat
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