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The sights, landmarks, points of interest, entertainment and dining on the Costa Brava. Filter by type and location to quickly find places to visit on the Costa Brava coast.
The river Ter rises in the icy Ulldeter in the Pyrenees at the elevation of 2,480 m and discharges into the Mediterranean Sea between the beaches of Pals and L’Estartit at the spot known as Gola del Ter.
The Ter runs for 208 km with an approximate drainage area of 3,010 m2 and an average flow rate of 17,15 cubic metres per second.
On its way to the sea, the river Ter is replenished by two major reservoirs, Pantà de Sau and Pantà de Susqueda, that also supply drinking water to many Catalan towns and cities, including Barcelona.
There is a hiking and cycling route that runs along the Ter, called Ruta del Ter, that makes an exciting multi-day trip (4-7 days).
The River Ter
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Cala Rovira is a moderately large cove in the Costa Brava that lies to the north of the city beach in Platja de Aro. Measuring 240 metres long and 45 metres wide, it’s a fully appointed summer beach with showers, lifeguards, lounger rentals and a café. Its location, amenities and distinctly beautiful views make Rovira a favourite among families of locals and visitors alike.
The older generation may remember another name for this beloved spot—Platja dels Escalens, literally meaning The beach of the Escala locals. Once upon a time, well before the tourism boom in Spain, Escala fishermen used to park their boats in a safe and calm Rovira Cove to then transfer their catch onto carts to proceed onwards to the Sant Feliu de Guíxols fish market.
The Rovira Cove
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The Rural Museum (Museu Rural) at the Mas Pou estate opened in 1996 and now serves as a welcoming informational bite for guests dining at this very popular restaurant.
The museum’s collection contains work tools, mechanisms and appliances used by farmers and peasants in different times. Visitors will learn more about the farmers’ lifestyle and trace the evolution of various rural professions through the ages.
Visitor information
Address: Carrer Extramurs, 1 | Palau-Sator
Phone number: 972 634 125
Opening hours: Tuesday-Saturday and holidays 12:30 pm to 4:00 pm and 8:00 pm to 11:00 pm, Sundays 12:30 pm to 4:00 pm.
Closed between 7th January and 15th February.
The Rural Museum
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Phone number: 972 364 454
Opening hours (15th June to 15th September): Monday-Saturday 10:00 am to 1:00 pm and 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm, Sundays 10:00 am to 1:00 pm and 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm.
Opening hours (16th September to 31st October): Monday-Saturday 9:00 am to 1:00 pm and 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm, Sundays 10:00 am to 1:00 pm and 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm.
Opening hours (November – February): Monday-Saturday 9:00 am to 1:00 pm and 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm, Sundays 9:00 am to 2:00 pm.
Opening hours (1st March to 14th June): Monday-Saturday 9:00 am to 1:00 pm and 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm, Sundays 10:00 am to 1:00 pm and 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm.
Open on 24th, 26th, 31st December and 5th January 9:00 am to 2:00 pm.
Closed on 1st and 6th January, 25th December.
The Sea Museum
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