Coves and beaches

Ametller Bay

Ametller Bay

A small rocky cove located in a protected natural area which is included in the Plan for Areas of Natural Interest in Catalonia (PEIN). Accessed by stone steps striking out from the coastal path itself as it passes through this area, where the path becomes a dry stream bed running through the forest. Ideal for snorkelling and scuba diving. Surrounded by a beautiful Mediterranean pine forest landscape. It can be approached via the Sant Feliu de Guixols to Sant Pol coastal road and then access to the cove is on foot along the coastal path.

Can Dell Beach

A pebble beach located alongside the Punta Brava residential area. The two access points leading to the beach on foot are found within the residential area itself. For the first access point, head down the main road on which you enter the residential area (Carrer del Sard) and turn left down ‘Carrer de Can Pey’. After about 150 metres, on the left, there is a pine forest and some stone steps that lead down to the beach. The second access point can be found at the end of ‘Carrer de la Juliola’, in the lower part of the residential area.

Canyerets Beach

The only sandy cove on the west coast of the town. It is narrow and long, with deep, clean water, and no rocks or reefs. It also falls within the Ardenya massif natural area, surrounded by pines and oaks, and is accessed from the Rosamar residential area, on the outskirts of Santa Cristina d’Aro. Vehicle access during the summer months is subject to a fee charged by the residential area, which is private. However, for residents registered in Sant Feliu and Santa Cristina d’Aro, vehicle access is free upon presentation of appropriate identification.

Cala d’es Cranc, Cala del Peix i Cala dels Mussols.

Very narrow, closed and sheltered coves. Accessed from the coastal path. The bathing area is, in fact, a flat rocky stretch of coast that lies between Cala Ametller and Cala d’es Cranc itself. Cala del Peix acquired its name after an 18 metre-long, eight-ton fin whale became beached there in 1912. These coves are ideal for snorkelling.

Jonca Bay

A small cove located behind the port of Sant Feliu. Access is from the esplanade just behind the sailing club building, at the start of the coastal path leading to Sant Pol, where there is a picnic area with wooden tables and benches. Iron stairs run down to the cove from this point. At the end of stairs there is a small drop which needs to be traversed without the aid of steps. Its reefs and rocks make the cove inaccessible by sea, but very interesting for snorkelling and scuba diving

Maset. Bay

A small sandy deep water cove close to Sant Pol beach. Accessed by stairs located at the side of the Sant Pol to Sant Feliu coastal road. The coastal path runs around it. Surrounded by lush vegetation (pines, oaks and cork oaks). It can be approached by car using the coastal road that runs between Sant Feliu de Guixols and Sant Pol, with stairs then leading down to the cove.

Moli Bay

Is the location for the Via Ferrata, a 480 m long sporting mountain route traversing the rock mass that runs along beside the sea, making it unique in Europe. It is equipped with cables and rungs, designed to facilitate movement and increase user safety. It consists of two sections with different levels of difficulty: easy and intermediate. There is an escape point between sections in case travellers do not wish to continue. A mountain activity federation licence or insurance covering mountain activities is required for the use of these facilities.

More information: Via Ferrata

Port Salvi Bay

A rocky cove located at the foot of the coastal path (practically non-existent in this area as a result of development), on the section that runs between the ‘Carrer de Garbi’ and ‘Carrer de Port Salvi’ roads. This area has a rich marine environment that attracts a large number of diving enthusiasts. Ideal for snorkelling and also for swimming due to its designated swimming channel..

Sa Caleta

A rocky cove located west of Sant Pol beach, at the very start of the coastal path between Sant Pol and Sant Feliu. The cove is accessible for people with reduced mobility as it is accessed via Sant Pol beach across the wooden walkway marking the start of the coastal path. Ideal for snorkelling.

Urgell Bay

A pebble cove located in the heart of the protected Ardenya massif, in a spectacular natural landscape setting. Access is via a narrow track that crosses a succession of hills, with a walk down to the sea which takes approximately 10 to 15 minutes. It should be noted that there are a couple of points along the way that are not easily accessible. This track can be picked up on the Sant Feliu to Tossa de Mar road: close to the roadside viewpoint, just after the Punta Brava residential area, on the third bend in the road on the left hand side, there is a flat area where, if you stop, you can see the beginning of the track.

Vigatà Bay

A beautiful pebble cove located at the foot of a cliff. Access is on foot from the sea end of the street called ‘Carrer de Jaume Vicens i Vives’. A fairly long stretch of steep stone stairs runs from the end of the street that zigzags down to the cove, taking about 5 to 10 minutes to descend. One of the most important Posidonia Oceanica prairies in the area can be found at the front of this cove. This, along with the Port Salvi zone, forms a marine area of great natural value, included within the European Natura 2000 Network of protected natural areas. It is a mixed cove and naturism is permitted.

Sant Feliu Beach

Located in the town centre. Protected from the wind by the harbour’s breakwater to the north and the Punta de Garbí promontory to the south. Coarse sand and sandy seabed with rocky sections. The southern part is ideal for families with children. In the northern part there is a harbour area for small boats where bathing is prohibited. There are some areas marked out with beacons and lifesaving buoys for swimmers. Smoking is prohibited on the southern beach. There are specialist companies in the area offering the following water sports activities: sailing and kayaking school, windsurfing, water skiing, boat hire and scuba diving. There is a children’s playground on the beach, in addition to a Meeting Point-Kids Club.

Sant Pol Beach

An open shallow water bay. Ideal for families with children as it features the Parc de les Dunes children’s play area as well as a Kids Club on the beach during the summer season. There are some areas marked out with beacons for swimmers. The bay features a unique ecosystem, providing the location for some of the last of Costa Brava’s coastal dune formations. Specialist companies: cabins for dressing rental, sailing and kayaking school, windsurfing, water skiing, boat hire, buoys and mooring rental and scuba diving.
The line of modernist architectural style houses along the seafront promenade is a particular point of interest. Smoking is prohibited on the northern beach.