This coastal region of the province of Barcelona is known for its long beaches with golden sand and crystal-clear waters. Ideal beaches to come and spend an unforgettable family vacation. If you are looking for a campsite on the Costa de Maresme or near Barcelona, here you will find the best campsites on the Costa de Barcelona. We’ll help you discover the places you cannot miss in this region of the province of Barcelona.
Discover the Costa del Maresme
The Costa del Maresme is located between the spectacular city of Barcelona and the stunning scenery of the Costa Brava, which makes this place an ideal place to visit both coasts. It is a region perfect for visiting Barcelona because of its proximity and accessibility. Or if you are already lucky enough to live in this wonderful city, it is perfect to enjoy a getaway.
It is clear that, to really enjoy a vacation, you must integrate, you must really know the culture of a place, you must visit its environment, go into the small fishing villages, stroll through the old and most emblematic streets and above all talk to its people. When you get to discover the true meaning of the culture of the Maresme, you will surely fall in love with this place. A camping site in Maresme is one of the best ways to discover it.
A step away from Barcelona
As we have already mentioned, Maresme is close to Barcelona, so if you book a campsite on the Costa de Barcelona, it is almost mandatory to take a trip to the Condal city.
Barcelona is one of the main tourist cities in the world, a city full of history and art. Something reflected on each one of its streets. At the reception of any Camping in Maresme you can get information about excursions to the city. If you decide to visit the city on your own, you can learn about those places you cannot miss.
A step away from the Costa Brava
The Costa del Maresme is next to the Costa Brava. This makes a campsite in Maresme a perfect place to make it a getaway to the charming and prestigious unspoiled coves of this coast. Among them are the Cala Canyelles, Cala SA Boadella, Cala Ses Torretes/Cala Gogo etc.
A tour along the coast of Maresme
Get on the train with us and discover the main stops of the Costa Maresme. A place full of unknown corners on the Costa de Barcelona you have to visit if you book a campsite. Therefore, let's take a walk through the most emblematic towns:
Mataró
We are in the capital of the region, located between the sea and the Serralada Litoral, about 30 minutes away from Barcelona and very close to the most emblematic towns of the Costa Maresme. Moreover, although it may not seem so, it has a lot of history!
It is known that the city dates back to the 1st century BC, to the Roman period (at that time it was known as Lluro) and in fact, you can visit the Roman villa of Torre Llauder discovered in 1961.
For lovers of modernism and Gaudi's work, you will find his first building, the "Nau Gaudi" which today is the headquarters of the Museum of Contemporary Art of Mataró. On the other hand, a famous modernist element of the city is the Coll i Regàs House to appreciate it better you can do a fun activity, an Escape Room.
If you are one who prefers the baroque style, you cannot miss the Basilica of Santa Maria de Mataró, built between the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries.
We approach the promenade of this city full of life, where we can find a large marina where every year at the end of June the "Festa al port" is celebrated. , a few ideal days to experience all the water activities offered by the port, additionally during these days these activities are free!
On the other hand, if you prefer the mountain, do not worry, because just 5 minutes away by car you will reach the vertical forest, within the forest park of Mataró, which in turn belongs to the Park of Montnegre i corridor. Enjoy the the diversity of vegetation and the views over the city.
And speaking of the Montnegre i Corridor Park, within it is the Rukimon Park, a park where donkeys of various breeds live in danger of extinction. One of the suggested activities is to take a donkey ride through the reserve. Children love it!
Coming with kids? Great! Because the adventure park "El bosc Vertical" has opened and offers circuits for all ages.
Arenys de Mar
We have already spoken on other occasions of the port of Mataró, or Blanes, belonging to the Costa Brava. But if we talk about the Costa Maresme, we must not forget the port of Arenys, as it is responsible for much of the economic activity of the region. Every afternoon from Monday to Friday you can witness the fish auction.
The Costa Maresme is an ideal vacation destination for the whole family, there are activities designed for all ages. In Arenys there is a super fun option, it is "El tresor d'en Puntafí", an audiogimcana with which you only need your smartphone and maps that you can pick up at the tourist office. Discover Arenys de Mar while you follow the clues of the treasure map of Puntafí!
Visit the museum of Arenys de Mar and choose one of the routes to learn more about this town.
At Sènia, we love to eat well! That's why we also recommend the gastronomic days, dedicated to the squid of this coast!
Are you on vacation on the Costa Maresme, Sunday has arrived, and you do not know what to do? Well, the second Sunday of every month there is an antiques and collectibles market where you can find the most curious things.
Calella
Wine lovers, welcome!
If you like to enjoy this special product and you are on vacation on the Costa Maresme you should come to do a wine tasting, or a wine pairing of this product that has the smallest DO of Catalonia.
Finally, we must not forget Isla Fantasia, a gigantic water park located in the town of Vilassar de Dalt.
As you can see, the Costa Maresme gives you plenty of options for the whole family, for all ages and all tastes! For this reason and much more, a vacation on the Costa Maresme is ideal to get to know this region that has it all!
