Bezienswaardigheden
Marimurtra Botanical Garden
Adres: Passeig de Carles Faust, 9, 17300 Blanes, Girona, Spain .The famous Marimurtra Botanical Garden in Blanes was founded by Carl Faust, an enthusiastic German amateur biologist. It is divided into three areas – subtropical, temperate and mediterranean – where a total of about 3000 species of plants are cultivated.
Pinya de Rosa Botanical Garden
Adres: C/ Camí de Santa Cristina, s/n, 17300 Blanes, Girona .The Pinya de Rosa Tropical Botanical Garden is around two kilometres from Blanes, a visit that is ideal for garden´s enthusiasts. An unusual interesting feature to be pointed out is the fact that some of its beautiful large flowers on display open at dusk and can be admired in all their splendour at night.
Sant Francesc
Adres: Passeig Bitácora, s/n, 17300 Blanes, Girona .Wonderful small beaches in Blanes. A great spot to enjoy the transparent blue Mediterranean sea surrounded by nature.
By the way, we highly recommend a lovely restaurant there by the sea, with a tasty seafood menu and, not to be missed, indulge yourself in a glamorous breakfast with lobster and champagne, at a very competitive price.
Cala Treumal / Santa Cristina
Adres: 17300 Blanes, Girona, Spain .Wonderful small beaches in Blanes. A great spot to enjoy the transparent blue Mediterranean sea surrounded by nature.
Sa Palomera
Adres: Blanes, Spain .The geographical origin of the Costa Brava, a large rock by the sea with pedestrian access. An ideal spot to take unforgettable photos of Blanes!
Sa Forcanera
Adres: Blanes, Spain .Wonderful small beaches in Blanes. A great spot to enjoy the transparent blue Mediterranean sea surrounded by nature.
Sant Joan
Adres: Sant Joan, Carrer Cardenal Vidal i Barraquer, Blanes, Spain .An ancient XIII century small castle on top of Blanes´ Sant Joan mountain, where you can enjoy the best panoramic view of Blanes, the coast and even Barcelona on a clear day!
Mediterranean Gastronomy
Adres: Blanes, Spain .One of the greatest pleasures of visiting Blanes and its surrounding area is the enjoyment of the local mediterranean cuisine.
Fresh products of the highest quality, such as fresh fish and seafod, delicious vegetables and fruits and top level local wines and cava (Champagne).
Plenty of traditional and fashionable restaurants to ensure that you experience an amazing gastronomic treat!
Lloret de Mar
Adres: Lloret de Mar, Spain .Lively touristic seaside town whith a bustling night live. Only 5 km away from Blanes.
Girona
Adres: Girona, Spain .Lovely small city with a fabolous cathedral, an ancient jewish area and a historical town centre. A very interesting flower festival and a great place to enjoy the local gastronomy.
Home of one of the world´s best restaurants, El Celler de Can Roca.
Only 30 km. away from Blanes.
Besalú
Adres: Besalú, Spain .Ancient medieval village with a marvellous bridge.
Cadaqués
Adres: Cadaqués, Spain .The alluring seaside village hometown of the eccentric world faimous painter and artist Salvador Dalí.
Begur
Adres: Begur, Spain .Typical catalan village with multiple wonderful hidden small beaches.
Tossa de mar
Adres: Tossa de Mar, Spain .A picturesque old town by the sea, with an amazing ancient castle with a fortified wall built in 1187, ideal for a romantic stroll. Film lovers will be amused by the fact that Hollywood´s classic film "Pandora and the flying dutchman" with Ava Gadner was filmed there and, according to gossip, even Frank Sinatra visited her on location, resulting in a notorious lover´s brawl.
Barcelona
Adres: Barcelona, Spain .Barcelona, home of Gaudi´s wonderful modernist architecture. His world famous astonishing Sagrada Familia church is a must see.
The Casa Batlló, La Pedrera, Hospital Sant Pau and the incredible Parc Güell are other fine examples of Barcelona´s modernist footprint.
Enjoy a lovely walk in the gothic area, admiring the Cathedral, the ancient old narrow streets, the picturesque fresh food market of La Boquería and the reknown Las Ramblas promenade.
Do not miss on the incredible Barcelona Football Club´s stadium and its interesting museum.
Only 60 km. away from Blanes.
Marimurtra Botanical Garden The famous Marimurtra Botanical Garden in Blanes was founded by Carl Faust, an enthusiastic German amateur biologist. It is divided into three areas – subtropical, temperate and mediterranean – where a total of about 3000 species of plants are cultivated.Pinya de Rosa Botanical Garden The Pinya de Rosa Tropical Botanical Garden is around two kilometres from Blanes, a visit that is ideal for garden´s enthusiasts. An unusual interesting feature to be pointed out is the fact that some of its beautiful large flowers on display open at dusk and can be admired in all their splendour at night.Sant Francesc Wonderful small beaches in Blanes. A great spot to enjoy the transparent blue Mediterranean sea surrounded by nature.By the way, we highly recommend a lovely restaurant there by the sea, with a tasty seafood menu and, not to be missed, indulge yourself in a glamorous breakfast with lobster and champagne, at a very competitive price.Cala Treumal / Santa Cristina Wonderful small beaches in Blanes. A great spot to enjoy the transparent blue Mediterranean sea surrounded by nature.Sa Palomera The geographical origin of the Costa Brava, a large rock by the sea with pedestrian access. An ideal spot to take unforgettable photos of Blanes!Sa Forcanera Wonderful small beaches in Blanes. A great spot to enjoy the transparent blue Mediterranean sea surrounded by nature.Sant Joan An ancient XIII century small castle on top of Blanes´ Sant Joan mountain, where you can enjoy the best panoramic view of Blanes, the coast and even Barcelona on a clear day!Mediterranean Gastronomy One of the greatest pleasures of visiting Blanes and its surrounding area is the enjoyment of the local mediterranean cuisine.Fresh products of the highest quality, such as fresh fish and seafod, delicious vegetables and fruits and top level local wines and cava (Champagne).Plenty of traditional and fashionable restaurants to ensure that you experience an amazing gastronomic treat!Lloret de Mar Lively touristic seaside town whith a bustling night live. Only 5 km away from Blanes.Girona Lovely small city with a fabolous cathedral, an ancient jewish area and a historical town centre. A very interesting flower festival and a great place to enjoy the local gastronomy.Home of one of the world´s best restaurants, El Celler de Can Roca.Only 30 km. away from Blanes.Besalú Ancient medieval village with a marvellous bridge.Cadaqués The alluring seaside village hometown of the eccentric world faimous painter and artist Salvador Dalí.Begur Typical catalan village with multiple wonderful hidden small beaches.Tossa de mar A picturesque old town by the sea, with an amazing ancient castle with a fortified wall built in 1187, ideal for a romantic stroll. Film lovers will be amused by the fact that Hollywood´s classic film "Pandora and the flying dutchman" with Ava Gadner was filmed there and, according to gossip, even Frank Sinatra visited her on location, resulting in a notorious lover´s brawl.Barcelona Barcelona, home of Gaudi´s wonderful modernist architecture. His world famous astonishing Sagrada Familia church is a must see.The Casa Batlló, La Pedrera, Hospital Sant Pau and the incredible Parc Güell are other fine examples of Barcelona´s modernist footprint.Enjoy a lovely walk in the gothic area, admiring the Cathedral, the ancient old narrow streets, the picturesque fresh food market of La Boquería and the reknown Las Ramblas promenade.Do not miss on the incredible Barcelona Football Club´s stadium and its interesting museum.Only 60 km. away from Blanes.