Calafell on the Costa Dorada has been designated by the Catalonia tourist board as one of the best resorts in the region for families. Located on the coast approximately 35 kilometres north of Tarragona and 28 km south of Sitges, it is a perfect placed as a holiday resort. If you are considering booking a family villa with a pool on the Costa Dorada, take a closer look at Calafell as a family destination and see why it has categorised itself as such a resort.

 

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Five Miles of Golden Sand

Calafell is known as the gateway to the Costa Dorada: The sea is calm, the beaches are soft and sandy, and there are plenty of children’s play areas along the beachfront as well as a myriad of water sports and activities.

Eating Out

Restaurants in Calafell cater to families, as certified local restaurants have high chairs, bibs, dedicated children’s menus, and nappy changing areas.

Children’s Entertainment

During the summer months the town puts on special children’s shows which include puppet theatres, clowns, and dance classes for all the family which include pase doble and salsa!

 

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Culture

In addition to the family friendly options dotted around the resort, the town still has its fair share of interesting culture and heritage. The old quarter is delightful for an early evening stroll toexplore the Iberian Citadell, the Romanesque church, and the town’s medieval castle. Close to the marina is the old fishing district which highlights Calafell’s rich maritime heritage.

Festivals

There are festivals held in Calafell throughout the year. Whether it’s the gastronomy festival in late November, the Halloween festival, or Saint Peter’s Festival on the beach during the summer months, there is something for all members of the family to get involved in. If you are planning a winter break in your Catalonia villa rental, the February festival in the resort lasts for four days. There are parades, parties, processions, and children’s shows for everyone can enjoy.

Check out one of the other Catalan resorts which are also designated as family friendly destinations, including: Cambrils and Salou, Calella, Blanes, Santa Susanna and Malgrat de Mar, Lloret de Mar, Pineda, Roses, L’Estartit, Les Valls d’Aneu, Calonge and Castell Platja d’Aro.

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