Discover the many activities offered by the Garraf: sea and mountains, beach clubs and farmhouses, beaches and vineyards…
Summer has arrived and with it the desire to travel, make excursions and get fun. We propose you some activities in the Garraf for enjoying the maximum your stay in Sitges. From any of our villas you can access to all this and much more: you just need a car and want to know new places.
The Garraf Coast is a destination that combines beach and sun, cultural and rural tourism. The towns of Garraf are like an open-air museum, full of castles, medieval towers, Renaissance and Baroque paintings and many more wonders waiting for you to discover them.
Let’s enjoy the sea
The beaches of the Garraf have a special charm. Hot water surrounded by fine sand will make you enjoy the maximum tranquility. In 25 kilometers of coastline are small coves surrounded by cliffs, ideal for sharing with family or couple, but also there are wide beaches, perfectly equipped to practice sport in the sand or nautical activities. Beach volleyball, kayaking, sailing and cycling are some of the most common activities in this area.
The best beach in Sitges is the “San Sebastián” beach, a family beach that has all the services and is adapted for people with reduced mobility. It’s in the heart of the old town and behind it there are countless restaurants and bars for snacks, light meals and late cocktails. The “Cala del Muerto” beach, located in the south of Sitges, should be also good next to “Riera Xica”, “Playa de Aiguadolç” and “Las Casetas del Garraf”.
Vilanova and Geltrú follow the wonderful line of Sitges with beaches such as “Ribas Roges”, “Adarró” beach and Faro beach. Cubellas, another paradise you can not miss, also has idyllic beaches such as “Mota de Sant Pere beach”, “Las Gavinas” beach, “Playa Larga” beach and “Las Salinas” beach.
Discover the nature
Many hidden treasures await you to enjoy its beauty and tranquility. Places that nobody knows and others with international prestige and beautiful routes for walking or cycling, activities in the nature and places to play golf.
The region has two routes that cross it. The GR92, with its variants, runs from north to south the Catalan coast, from La Pleta and L’Ermita de la Trinitat, before reaching Sitges, continuing along Vilanova and Geltrú towards l’Arboç. The GR5 goes from Sitges to Canet, crossing Montserrat, Montseny and Montnegre.
Do you want shorter routes? Do not worry, we have two more options for you. PR-C37 (Olivella Trail) and PR-C143 (Sant Pere de Ribes trail). The detailed routes can be found in tourist information offices. If you are going to do any of these routes, do not forget the canteen and wearing comfortable shoes.
Did you think it was all over here?
As you can see, the activities at the Garraf are eclectic and entertaining, varied and fun. The gastronomic pleasures of this region will surprise your palate. The seafood dishes are the specialty of the area and each municipality offers its personal touch.
The culture of the area is very rich and there is much to visit. You can choose guided tours or go on your own. Museums, romantic areas, parks and much more to discover.
The popular festivals are numerous and loud. The “Three Tombs” of Vilanova and the Geltrú inaugurates every January 17 an extensive calendar of holidays throughout the Garraf. The winter carnivals in Sitges and Vilanova and the Geltrú are the most crowded in the country. In spring is organizing the carpet of flowers of the Corpus and the area hosts the Rally event for vintage cars. During the summer comes the frenzy with the entrance of the heat and the popular parties. Autumn receives the International Fantastic Film Festival in Sitges.
Many more parties, thousands of delicious dishes, quiet beaches and paths full of beauty are waiting for you to enjoy to the maximum of every season of the year. Now that you know some of the many activities in the Garraf, you just have to choose in which villa you want to stay. And enjoy your trip.
