L'Escala - Roses Bay - Costa Brava
L’Escala is one of the key towns surrounding Roses Bay, along with Sant Pere Pescador, Castelló d'Empúries, and Roses. This bay, stretching between the Cap de Creus and El Massís del Montgrí, is recognized as one of the most beautiful in the world - distinction endorsed by Unesco, highlighting its tourism appeal, breathtaking landscapes, and rich culture. Today, only thirty bays worldwide hold this prestigious recognition. In Roses Bay you can immerse yourself in the authentic Mediterranean with all your senses. Delight in the local gastronomy,indulge in water sports, hiking, surfing, snorkeling, kayaking or cycling… Dive yourself into culture by visiting natural parks or archaeological sites like the ruins of Empúries. Stroll along the coastal paths that trace our stunning shoreline, swim in over 45 km of beaches with calm, transparent waters, enjoy vibrant local festivals, shop for unique gifts at markets, tour wineries, and even visit a traditional anchovy factory.
MUSEUMS
MOTORCYCLE MUSEUM
The passion for speed, technique, creation and a touch of nostalgia made our father, Vicenç Folgado, decide to show his motorcycle collection to the public by opening the Motorcycle Museum in 1999.
More than 100 motorcycles (Harley, BMW or Bultaco) among which is the smallest motorcycle in the world certified by the Guinness Book of Records, 26 centimeters long, 20 high and 25 wide.
ARCHEOLOGY MUSEUM OF CATALONIA - EMPURIAS
Empúries was the gateway to Greek and Roman culture in the Iberian Peninsula. The remains of a Greek city - the colonial enclave of Emporion - and of a Roman city - the ancient Emporiae, created at the beginning of the 1st century BC on the structures of a Roman military camp installed during the previous century, are preserved at this site. The mosaics of the old stately homes, the sculpture of Asclepi or the imposing Roman Forum are a must. The MAC-Empúries organizes very interesting guided tours.
In the ruins of Empúries you can visit the Greek city, the Roman city and the archeology museum. During the summer, dramatized visits and visits for families are organized in different languages.
ANCHOVY AND SALT MUSEUM
L'Escala has preserved, over the centuries, an industry that has made it famous throughout the world: the salting of anchovies. The Anchovy and Salt Museum, opened in 2006 in the old slaughterhouse, shows the history of fishing and salting blue fish, from the 16th century to the present day, and immerses us in a time, a heritage and unique knowledge on the Catalan coast.
FISH INTERPRETATION CENTER (MARAM)
The Escala fish interpretation center brings us closer to the world of fishing in a visual and interactive way. We will get to know the daily life of the fisherman, boats, traditional fishing gear such as longline, cobweb, small gear and fish auction.
beaches and coves
PORTITXOL
Fine sand and spectacular environment. 1,8Km from the hotel.
MOLL GREC
Bath next to a hellenistic wharf with more than 2000 years of history. 2,5Km from the hotel.
LES MUSCLERES
This beach of fine sand, located opposite the ruins of Empúries, is characterized by the quality of its waters. 1.5KM
LA PLATJA
Surrounded by bars and restaurants, it is a thick sandy beach 400m from the hotel.
PORT D'EN PERRIS
Coarse sand and pebbles, located 300m from the hotel.
RIELLS
Fine, shallow sand. Ideal for children. 800 m from the hotel.
BOL ROIG
Natural cove, formed by large pebbles located in the natural environment of Les Planasses. 2.5 Km
CALA MONTGÓ
Fine sandy cove sheltered from the north wind. At 4.3 Km
