WHAT TO SEE AND DO IN BEGUR (COSTA BRAVA)

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Views from the castle of Begur in Costa Brava in Girona

In my travels I always like to look pretty town to visit, and it couldn't be less in one of the most recenttrips to the Costa Brava, in the province of Girona.

On this occasion I already had the intention of visit Monells, town that has achieved fame for being the scene of the film «8 Catalan surnames», as well as Tossa de Mar, to discover its old city.

But some friends suggested me visit Begur, which I did not hesitate.

Cala de Sa Riera in Begur in Costa Brava Girona

I'll tell you first Begur It is located in one of the most beautiful and charming surroundings of the Costa Brava, within the region of Under Empordà.

Very close to the charming town of Calella de Palafrugell and the round road that unites him with Llafranc, as well as gothic town of Pals.

The visit was actually a first approach, a first contact with Begur framed in a route through the area, with the purpose of returning more calmly in the future.

Therefore, this quick visit only allowed me to discover some of its main attractions, such as its coves or his medieval castle.

Cala de Sa Riera in Begur in Costa Brava Girona

What to see and do in Begur

Indeed, I anticipate that Begur In fact, it is an interior town located in an environment of wooded hills culminated high above the site of the aforementioned castle.

Sa Riera Begur Beach

From the center of Begur you have less than ten kilometers beaches in coves which you arrive on winding roads, such as Sa Tuna or Sa Riera.

It's not about the small isolated coves between cliffs that you find near Tossa de Mar, but as in the case of Sa Riera, sIt is a small urban enclave on the shore of a beach.

Surrounded by low houses, most of them holiday homes, this Sa Riera beach It shows the typical image of the boats on the sand.

Corner of the historic center of Begur in Costa Brava Girona

For its part, when you reach the town of Begur you must leave the car in the parking lots in its outdoor area, then go up to the historic center through narrow pedestrian streets.

Watchtowers in Begur

With a long history dating back to prehistory, and with a great boom in medieval times, what will most catch your attention in that historic center are the watchtowers They are still preserved.

They are stone towers built in the 16th century that were built to protect the population from Moorish pirates.

Stately homes of indians in Begur

Another aspect to highlight are the numerous stately homes of indianos built during the 19th century by inhabitants of Begur that at that time they went to make fortune to America, especially to Cuba.

Views from the castle of Begur in Costa Brava Girona

Climb the medieval castle of Begur

Our visit of Begur we focus on the climb to the remains of his medieval castle, that although it can also be done by car, we did it walking from the center.

Through the narrow streets of ascent to the castle you can see beautiful corners with stone houses, but also with facades painted with striking colors.

You will also pass by one of the aforementioned defensive towers.

The origins of the castle date back to the 11th century, being documented that its owner was Arnust de Begur.

Corner of the historic center of Begur in Costa Brava Girona

Later, in 1605 the castle became the property of the municipality of Begur, although during the Napoleonic wars it was practically destroyed.

Located in a spectacular location, now there are hardly any remains of the wall and a tower from which you have beautiful views of the town itself Begur and of the landscapes that surround it.

In sum, a first contact and an invitation to return to Begur to enjoy its attractions more calmly, such as the nearby Romanesque town of Esclanyá.

I know it will be worth it!