Sights of Platja d'Aro

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The main beach of Platja d’Aro, simply known as Platja Gran, stretches for more than two kilometres along the coast, which makes it the second largest beach on the Costa Brava, second only to the beach shared by Sant Antoni de Calonge and Palamós.

At first glance, its size is the only remarkable thing about Platja Gran. To discover its full potential one should walk along its entire length because the most exciting findings await you on either end of the long beach.

The southernmost point of Platja Gran is where the mouth of the river Ridaura is found, as well as the yacht club of Platja d’Aro, and the park Pineda de Riuet whose mighty pine trees offer welcome shade in the height of summer. The northernmost point is remarkable for Cavall Bernat, a phallic-shaped natural monument that gave the neighbouring promenade its name.

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.