Baix Empordà vacation rentals

Discover the beauty of El Baix Empordà

El Baix Empordà is an unspoiled corner of Catalonia, in the Girona province of north-eastern Spain, known as much for its cove-dotted coastline as it is for its picture-postcard-perfect beaches and pottery-making prowess. It's difficult to pick out the headline acts among the region's star-studded cast, though it's fair to say that the capital of La Bisbal and the medieval village of Pals are worth including in your plans. If you want to stay in the heart of the action, the region has you covered with a range of El Baix Empordà vacation rentals serving up the perfect base for your Costa Brava adventure.

Different flavors of El Baix Empordà

Along the coast, the seaside towns of Sant Feliu de Guixols and Platja d'Aro offer a distinctly cosmopolitan feel to a stay in El Baix Empordà vacation rentals. Tranquil bays and pristine stretches of sand blend effortlessly with historic town centers and medieval charm, creating a travel hotspot with something for all ages to enjoy. Travelers with a keen appreciation of art can enjoy day trips to Figueres, birthplace, home and resting place of the Spanish surrealist, Salvador Dali. Fans can pay homage at the Dali Theatre-Museum, where the artist is buried below the stage.

The pottery of El Baix Empordà

You don't have to love pottery to enjoy a stay in El Baix Empordà vacation rentals, but it helps to have at least a passing interest, should you land in La Bisbal. The region's inland capital boasts a world-renowned ceramics industry, seen first-hand in examples all over town. The Terracotta Ceramics Museum offers a closer look at more than 8,000 artifacts, while an array of pottery shops puts retail therapy firmly on the agenda. And, should you fancy a more hands-on experience, instructor-led classes serve up the chance to visit a potter's workshop and have a go at creating your own piece.

Spend blissful summers in El Baix Empordà

While the peak season for visiting El Baix Empordà is often described as being between April and August, it's the summer months of July and August when things really start to hot up. Temperatures often soar into the 80s and an abundance of sunny days sees travelers flock to enjoy all manner of unforgettable experiences on the county's coast – drinking a mojito on the rocks in Begur, feasting on fresh seafood in the pretty port of Palamos and lazing on the golden sands of Sa Conca all deserve to be on your hit list.

El Baix Empordà is wonderfully diverse

As landscapes go, the one found at El Baix Empordà is particularly picturesque. Rugged cliffs, soaring mountains and pine-clad hills provide an impressive backdrop for sandy bays, secret coves and crystal-clear waters – and leave you spoiled for choice when it comes to outdoor adventure. You might find yourself hanging out on the beautiful, rocky coastline of L'Estartit or perhaps exploring the craggy Medes Islands, found just offshore. And if you can't wait to be in the water, snorkeling and scuba diving below the waves is almost always on the agenda in the coastal town of Llafranc.