Pals is a medieval town nestled in the heart of the Bay of Emporda on the Costa Brava, Catalonia, just a few kilometers inland from the sea. For frequent-flyer hotel travelers seeking a serene base away from the coastal bustle, Pals offers a rich historical atmosphere and authentic Catalan charm. Located along the C31 Palafrugell–L'Estartit road, the town serves as a strategic hub for exploring the region. Notably, the GR 92 long-distance footpath, which traces the Mediterranean coast, passes through Pals on an inland stage between Torroella de Montgrí and Begur. Travelers can enjoy walks toward Palau-sator to the north or head directly to Begur to the south. This setting provides a peaceful retreat while maintaining easy access to the broader Empordà area.
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Pals is ideal for travelers preferring a quiet, historic atmosphere over beachside hotels. Located in the heart of the Bay of Emporda, it offers a distinct medieval charm while remaining just a few kilometers from the sea, making it a convenient base for exploring the Costa Brava inland.
The town lies on the C31 Palafrugell–L'Estartit road, providing key connectivity. The GR 92 long-distance footpath passes through Pals, offering scenic routes north towards Torroella de Montgrí via Palau-sator and south directly to Begur, catering well to walking enthusiasts.
Spring and autumn offer pleasant weather for walking the GR 92 path and exploring the medieval streets. Summer allows easy access to nearby beaches, while winter provides a tranquil experience in the countryside, avoiding the peak coastal crowds.
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Part of the Finca Victoria Hotel & Spa. From the hotel reception you are accompanied to the restaurant, which is accessed via the terrace overlooking the swimming pool. Boasting a rustic-Mediterranean ambience, the dining space is laid out around a bucolic open courtyard surrounded by covered archways where most of the tables are positioned. The aim of the cuisine here, under the stewardship of award-winning chef Jordi Vilà, is to pay tribute to traditional Catalan cooking, albeit with a more contemporary twist, on a menu that includes delicious appetisers, enticing starters, a variety of “sen
WebsiteThis restaurant occupies the “straw loft” of the Mas Pou, a farmhouse built in 1352 and surrounded by rice fields. Here, seven generations of the Pericay family have devoted themselves to a culinary project in which locally sourced ingredients have always taken centre stage. And if the persistent drought in the region doesn’t stop them, they even grow their own rice (Carnalori variety). Choose between an impressive à la carte of traditional dishes, where spectacular rice dishes are the standout option, a tasting menu, plus enticing daily specials.
WebsiteThis is the successful story of an old family business that initially started life as a café. Located along one of the main streets in Pals, it features a dining room with high ceilings that combines a pleasant contemporary look with more traditional decorative details that link it with its past (bar, floors, furniture etc). The chef, who has trained in a number of leading restaurants, creates elaborate traditional cuisine with an imaginative touch that never fails to please guests and includes several interesting seasonal dishes and a few rice options (such as black rice with squid and a pear
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