Tossa de Mar travel guide & transfers
A walled medieval village above a turquoise bay
About Tossa de Mar
Tossa de Mar is the only surviving fortified medieval village on the Catalan coast. Its 12th-century Vila Vella walls curve around a headland straight above the main beach, and the coastal road north towards Sant Feliu is one of the most spectacular drives in Spain. Smaller and calmer than Lloret, it suits couples and families looking for character.
Top attractions
Vila Vella walled old town and lighthouse
Platja Gran and Mar Menuda beaches
Cala Pola and Cala Giverola coves
Municipal museum with Roman mosaics
The GI-682 coastal road viewpoints
Travel tips
- The walls are free to enter and best at sunset.
- Mar Menuda is the best snorkelling spot in the village.
- Winding approach roads mean 80 minutes from the airport rather than 70 — plan accordingly.
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