A Few Days In Blanes

Costa Brava is a region in Spain that has kept its beauty and its charm thanks to the 200 kilometres of rigid coastline and to its unspoilt beaches and caves. Blanes is one of the towns in the Costa Brava region, one of those towns that have succeeded in keeping the old spirit alive and is a very popular tourist destination much less crowded than its sisters, Tossa or Lloret.

Blanes and its attractions
Blanes is a popular tourist destination due to the 2 miles of beaches that please you with their delicate sands and with their crystal clear waters. However, if you are in Blanes, going to the beach is not the only activity available: the Old Quarter, with its buildings and monuments is a very agreeable part of Blanes, because it has kept its medieval aspect and perfume.

The Old Quarter also offers other attraction points: the fountains and the churches are definitely on the list of things to see, because their special architecture pleases the tourist’s eye. The special air of Blanes comes from the fact that it is a traditional fishing port and one of the most interesting places in the town is the fish market, which opens every evening, and is one of the liveliest moments of the day.

Blanes has other very interesting points: it is the Spanish town that hosts a famous annual firework contest, which takes place every July. If you are a fan of fireworks, then you should choose Blanes for your holiday destination, because you will have the chance to admire the show of some of the most renowned pyrotechnics of the world.

Other interesting things to do and places to see

Blanes has a very romantic place, extremely popular among tourists; the lighthouse offers you the possibility of admiring some of the most wonderful views you’ve ever seen, because in addition to being such a quiet and relaxing town, Blanes is also a very picturesque one. Now, regarding what you can do while in Blanes: well, you should start your day at the beach, because you have to take advantage of it; Platja Sabanell is excellent for relaxation and fun.

After sightseeing, the evenings must be spent in one of the local restaurants, because the fish specialties they serve are absolutely delicious. Last but not least, spend one of your days in the botanical gardens; the more than 4,000 species are spectacular and they deserve your attention. Enjoy Blanes!