Photo of Platja d'En Calau with bright sand surface

Photo of Platja d'En Calau with turquoise pure water surface

Photo of Platja d'En Calau with spacious multi bays

Photo of Platja d'En Calau with very clean level of cleanliness

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Photo of Platja d'En Calau - popular place among relax connoisseurs

7.6

Very good

Platja d'En Calau

Q: Is there any food or beverages in the area of Platja d'En Calau?

The bar is located right on the Platja d'En Calau.There are 4 restaurants nearby.Mediterrani Hotel is the closest place located 200 meters from the beach.

Calella de Palafrugell, Spain

#120 out of 378 in Catalonia

7.6

Very good

Free entrance Amenities beach Easy access Bright sand Sand bottom Good for swimming Short walking distance

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Located within the settlement

Calella de Palafrugell • 0.3 km

Map of beach

Restaurant Mediterrani Hotel

8.8 - Excellent 160m

Restaurant Hotel La Torre

8 - Very good 340m

Restaurant Hotel Alga

8.6 - Excellent 390m

Restaurant Casamar

9.4 - Excellent 790m

Restaurant Restaurant León

9 - Excellent 820m

Restaurant Hostal La Llagosta

8.8 - Excellent 860m

Restaurant Marmara Llafranc

9.2 - Excellent 980m

Japanese Restaurant Nomo Mar

8.6 - Excellent 1km

Mediterranean Restaurant Restaurant Llafranc " Cal Gitano de Llafranc "

7.8 - Very good 1km

Park Jardíns de Cap Roig

1.5km

Hiking Area Petit mirador de St. Sebastià

1.5km

Hiking Area Camí de ronda Tamariu - Far de Sant Sebastià

2.4km

Hiking Area Paratge El Cap de Gall

3km

Hiking Area Camí vell de Tamariu

3.4km

Hiking Area Font d'en Cruanyes

3.7km

Park Platja de Tamariu

3.8km

Hiking Area Camí de ronda Tamariu - Aigua Xelida

4.2km

Hiking Area Mirador de la Vall del Mas Batllia

4.4km

Dog Park Parc per a Gossos Pi Verd

3.5km

Playground Paco Font Marquès Square

7.6km

Playground Pumptrack Park Begur

8.2km

Supermarket JODOFI XALOC

830m

Supermarket AutoServei La Riera Can Paixel

3.7km

Supermarket SPAR EXPRESS TAMARIU

3.8km

Supermarket SPAR TAMARIU

3.8km

Supermarket JODOFI BEGUR

6km

Supermarket SPAR BEGUR

7.3km

Supermarket SPAR BEGUR , PORTAL D'EN PALOMA

7.4km

Tourist Attraction Calella de Palafrugell

70m

Tourist Attraction Platja de Llafranc

970m

Tourist Attraction El Golfet

1.1km

Tourist Attraction Torre de Guaita de Sant Sebastià

9.4 - Excellent 1.7km

Tourist Attraction Torre de Santa Margarida

9.8 - Exceptional 2.3km

Tourist Attraction Barraca d'en Dalí

8.6 - Excellent 3.2km

Tourist Attraction Platja de Castell

3.6km

Tourist Attraction Can Mario Museum

9 - Excellent 3.7km

Tourist Attraction Platja de La Fosca

4.8km

Historical Landmark Far de Sant Sebastià

1.6km

Historical Landmark El Semàfor de Begur

7.8km

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About

Platja d'En Calau is located on the Balearic Sea (part of Mediterranean Sea) and it is in the 71th place out of 189 beaches in the Girona region 31.9 km away from its center, the city of Girona. It is one of the beaches of Calella de Palafrugell settlement, just 0.3 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area.

It is a spacious several bays coastline with crystal turquoise water and bright sand, so you don't need special shoes. The entrance to the water is quite sharp. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is partially crowded during the high season.

Platja d'En Calau coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, beach restaurant. During the season this beach line is supervised by a lifeguard.

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities.

This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located at some distance, within 300 meters.

20 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Castell de la Fosca, which has a rating of 9.5.

Platja d'En Calau is located in Girona region (Costa Brava sub-region) within Calella de Palafrugell, which makes it easily accessible and therefore popular among travelers. In the high season this may cause some discomfort, due to the large influx of tourists.

The beach stretches on the sunny coast, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.

Weather

history

+31 ^o C +20 ^o C

Air temperature

5.1 M/S

Wind

+21 ^o C

Water temperature

0.5 M

Wave height

Located within the settlement

Calella de Palafrugell • 0.3 km

Map of beach

Restaurant Mediterrani Hotel

8.8 - Excellent 160m

Restaurant Hotel La Torre

8 - Very good 340m

Restaurant Hotel Alga

8.6 - Excellent 390m

Restaurant Casamar

9.4 - Excellent 790m

Restaurant Restaurant León

9 - Excellent 820m

Restaurant Hostal La Llagosta

8.8 - Excellent 860m

Restaurant Marmara Llafranc

9.2 - Excellent 980m

Japanese Restaurant Nomo Mar

8.6 - Excellent 1km

Mediterranean Restaurant Restaurant Llafranc " Cal Gitano de Llafranc "

7.8 - Very good 1km

Park Jardíns de Cap Roig

1.5km

Hiking Area Petit mirador de St. Sebastià

1.5km

Hiking Area Camí de ronda Tamariu - Far de Sant Sebastià

2.4km

Hiking Area Paratge El Cap de Gall

3km

Hiking Area Camí vell de Tamariu

3.4km

Hiking Area Font d'en Cruanyes

3.7km

Park Platja de Tamariu

3.8km

Hiking Area Camí de ronda Tamariu - Aigua Xelida

4.2km

Hiking Area Mirador de la Vall del Mas Batllia

4.4km

Dog Park Parc per a Gossos Pi Verd

3.5km

Playground Paco Font Marquès Square

7.6km

Playground Pumptrack Park Begur

8.2km

Supermarket JODOFI XALOC

830m

Supermarket AutoServei La Riera Can Paixel

3.7km

Supermarket SPAR EXPRESS TAMARIU

3.8km

Supermarket SPAR TAMARIU

3.8km

Supermarket JODOFI BEGUR

6km

Supermarket SPAR BEGUR

7.3km

Supermarket SPAR BEGUR , PORTAL D'EN PALOMA

7.4km

Tourist Attraction Calella de Palafrugell

70m

Tourist Attraction Platja de Llafranc

970m

Tourist Attraction El Golfet

1.1km

Tourist Attraction Torre de Guaita de Sant Sebastià

9.4 - Excellent 1.7km

Tourist Attraction Torre de Santa Margarida

9.8 - Exceptional 2.3km

Tourist Attraction Barraca d'en Dalí

8.6 - Excellent 3.2km

Tourist Attraction Platja de Castell

3.6km

Tourist Attraction Can Mario Museum

9 - Excellent 3.7km

Tourist Attraction Platja de La Fosca

4.8km

Historical Landmark Far de Sant Sebastià

1.6km

Historical Landmark El Semàfor de Begur

7.8km

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Located at nearest locality

Calella de Palafrugell • 430m from center

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340m from the beach

6.6 Good

Apartamento en Calella de Palafrugell con vistas al mar, piscina y terraza

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Located at nearest locality

Calella de Palafrugell • 130m from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 6.8 (Good)

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5.9 Pleasant

Localities

Nearest

Calella de Palafrugell • 400m

Main locality of province

Girona • 31.9km

Transport

Airport

GRO • 35.1km

Bus Station

Petit Calcat • 16.9km

Train Station

Baixador de Font-Picant • 18.2km

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7.6 Very good

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Average Reviews rating

7.6 Very good

Neato Nia

8 Very good

This secluded beach located in the Mediterranean is the perfect spot to relax and unwind. Its tranquil atmosphere makes it the ideal place to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life. The peaceful setting and beautiful scenery make it a great spot for a romantic getaway or just a quiet day of relaxation.

March 2023

Mikayla Manning

6 Pleasant

This is a very kid-friendly beach with a beautiful setting and golden sand.

March 2023

Danielle Lyon

10 Exceptional

Platja d'En Calau offers stunning walking paths along the cliffs close to the sea, with plenty of restaurants and incredible views. Moreover, it is easily accessible, making it the perfect destination for a day out.

March 2023

Alexandros Adshead

6 Pleasant

That place may seem small, but it has a stunning shoreline. The view is nice, but it's nothing extraordinary. All in all, it's an average beach with nothing that stands out.

March 2023

Emilio Rodriguez

8 Very good

Absolutely stunning! Despite its beauty, it is surprisingly not crowded, which makes it even more enjoyable. It's the perfect spot to relax and soak up some sun.

March 2023

Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Platja d'En Calau?

The coastline of Platja d'En Calau is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Platja d'En Calau?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Platja d'En Calau, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

Is the Platja d'En Calau good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is sharp, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low. In the season the beach is attended by lifeguard.

Platja d'En Calau does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.

There are few boats in the bay. So the overall recommendation of the Platja d'En Calau for swimming is positive.

Is the Platja d'En Calau good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is sharp.

Is the Platja d'En Calau secluded and good for relaxing?

There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Platja d'En Calau?

The bar is located right on the Platja d'En Calau.

There are 4 restaurants nearby.Mediterrani Hotel is the closest place located 200 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Platja d'En Calau?

There are 1658 places to stay in the Platja d'En Calau area.

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How far is the Platja d'En Calau from parking?

The Platja d'En Calau has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. It's not very close, about 300 meters.

Are there any attractions nearby Platja d'En Calau?

There are 4 attractions near Platja d'En Calau that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Calella de Palafrugell located in 0.1 km. See the attractions section for details.

What is the best time of the year to visit Platja d'En Calau?

The month with the highest temperature in Platja d'En Calau is July. Its average value reaches 29°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 23°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 12°C and water 14°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Platja d'En Calau (Girona) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Platja d'En Calau (Girona) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.