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1. Port Aventura (Portaventura)
Distance 109 km. Travel time is about 1 hour 20 minutes one way without stopping. On the route there will be a paid highway C-32 (12.55 euros).
The Agentura port is a large thematic entertainment park, one of the most visited in Europe. It is divided into 6 regions – Mediterranean, Polynesia, China, Mexico, Wild West and Sezam Street. Here you are waiting for as extreme attractions (for example, a free drop from a height of 100 meters),
So for the smallest, as well as a variety of shows and performances. In each area there are restaurants with kitchens of the respective countries.
Also part of the resort are the Caribe Aquatic Park and the Ferrari Land Park (Ferrari Land). At the box office you can buy combined tickets in several parks at once. However, we advise you not to rush and spend the whole day a port of Aventh. In the evening, be sure to stay on a beautiful salute in honor of the closing of the park.
The cost of an adult ticket is 47 euros, children’s (4-10 years)-40 euros. Actual prices can be clarified on the site.
2. Monastery Montserrat (Monasterio de Montserrat)
Distance 61 km. Travel time is about 1 hours one way without stopping.
Montserrat is a Benedictine monastery located high in the mountains and attracts pilgrims from around the world. A panoramic view of mountain valleys opens from its territory.
By car you can drive up to the monastery itself, its walls have free parking. An alternative option for lifting to the mountain is a cable car (Aeri de Montserra),
The trip will take about 5 minutes. In this case, the car will have to be left in the parking lot at the foot of the mountain (also free). The ticket back and forth costs 10.30 euros. The opening hours of the cableway change depending on the season, detailed information can be found on this site.
The monastery is available for visits daily from 07:00 to 20:30, (from December to June – from 07:00 to 19:30).
3. “Triangle Dali” – Figuras, Pubul, Cadakes
Distance 197 km. Travel time is about 3 hours one way without stopping. On the route there will be a paid highway AP-7 (about 10 euros).
The famous “triangle Dali” includes three cities, inextricably linked with the life and work of the famous surrealist Salvador Dali.
The first stop on your way will be a small town PUBOL. Here is the castle, which Dali gave his wife Gala. Currently, it is turned into a museum, and the interior remained the same as in the old days. The entrance ticket costs 8 euros. There are discounts for students and pensioners. The opening hours change depending on the season, relevant information can be clarified on this page.
The next stop on your way – Figuras. It was in this city that Dali was born, and the main attraction here is his theater-museum. The museum exposition is the largest collection of artist’s paintings. Here, in the crypt, the artist himself is buried.
The cost of the input ticket is 14 euros, the discount system is valid. The opening hours change depending on the season, relevant information can be clarified on this page.
The final paragraph of the route will become Cadakes. The city is known, first of all, by the stay of Salvador Dali. Once here, you will understand why the great artist loved so much and was inspired by this place – the town is amazingly beautiful. Almost all the houses in the city are snow -white.
The most visited attraction is the Museum of Salvador Dali. The entrance ticket costs 11 euros. We advise you to order an excursion – they are passionate about their business and tell you really interestingly. The operating time of the museum changes depending on the season. Actual information can be viewed on this site.
4. Andorra
Distance 199 km. Travel time – 2 h 30 min One way without stopping. The roads are free.
A great idea for a one -day trip is to visit the small mountain principality of Andorra, located on the border of Spain and France.
The capital-Andorra-la-Velia-is a rather compact city that is easy to go around. The main attractions, which is convenient, are concentrated in the old quarter.
If you managed to take a walk along the narrow medieval streets of the capital and consider ancient mansions, we advise you to go to the largest mountain thermal center in Europe – Caldea. The entrance ticket costs from 30 euros, detailed information about the tariffs can be viewed on this site.
The whole state is a zone of duty -free trade, so it is profitable to make purchases here.
You will find detailed information on how to spend time in Adorra on this page.
5. Carcasson (Cité de Carcassonne)
Distance 303 km. Travel time – 3 hours One way without stopping. On the route there will be paid highways AP-7 and A-9 (total cost 40.60 euros).
In the small French city of Carcasson, there are as many as two UNESCO World Heritage sites.
First of all, Carcasson is known for the old fortress, which is unique not only because it has been perfectly preserved, but also by its size (it is more likely a whole fortified city). You can lay it all day for its inspection.
The best species of Carcasson itself open from the west (for example, from the old bridge over the OD River or the A61 highway). Keep in mind that all the parking lots are paid directly at the fortress walls.
The entrance to the territory is free. You can take an audio guide (the cost is 4.50 euros). Also, according to the fortress, you can order an excursion (3.50 euros – 1 hour, 4 euros – 1.5 hours).
The opening hours change depending on the season: from October 1 to March 31 – daily from 09:30 to 17:00, from April 1 to September 30 – daily from 10:00 to 18:30.
The second object of the UNESCO World Heritage in the city is the Du Midy channel connecting the Atlantic Ocean with the Mediterranean Sea. Currently, it is mainly moved by tourist vessels, so if desired, it is quite possible to ride on it.
6. Girona
Distance 102 km. Travel time – 1 h 30 min One way without stopping. On the route there will be a paid highway AP-7 (8.90 euros).
Girona is a city of contrasts in which modern city culture is adjacent to a well -preserved historical center with medieval architecture. There is also an old Jewish quarter. Girona is relatively small and great for hiking.
7. Saragos
Distance 302 km. Travel time – 3h 30 min One way without stopping. On the route there will be a paid highway A-2 (14.45 euros).
Saragos is a city whose appearance was the influence of Roman, Arabic, Christian, Jewish cultures. The main attractions are concentrated in the old city.
Here you will see the largest Spanish church in the style of Baroque, the Moorish Palace of Alhaferi, the Cathedral of San Salvador, the beautiful stone bridge over the Ebro River, the modern building of the ex-center, as well as various objects reminiscent of the Roman period.
8. Valencia
Distance 349 km. Travel time – 3 h 30 min Without stopping one -way. On the route there will be a paid highway AP-7 (38.20 euros).
In Valencia, there is everything in order to be considered the European capital – the historical center, medieval walls and towers of the old city, architectural masterpieces of world significance (“City of Arts and Science”),
Great public transport system. However, only 800 thousand people live in the city, so it does not reach the status of a metropolis. In addition, while Valencia manages to avoid tourist routes: in the season of summer holidays, the main stream of tourists is striving in Alikant.
As a result, travelers get the following advantages – free tables in restaurants, lack of traffic jams (if you are used to traveling on a rented car),
Low prices for food and tickets to museums (on Sunday, the entrance to most Valencia museums is generally free).
9. Traveling route by car from Barcelona: medieval cities and lava plateaus
Distance – 181 km.
Travel time – 3 hours without stopping one way. With full stops – 10 hours.
This unusual automobile route runs through the volcanic region of Garroch. You will find charming small medieval cities with suspended bridges, fortress walls and narrow streets, extinct volcanoes and frozen lava streams. In addition, in each of the towns you can taste local liquors, wine and cheeses. So your journey will also get a gastronomic! Read more…
10. Traveling route by car from Barcelona: Cistercian monasteries and winery prirata
Distance – 271 km.
Travel time – 4 hours 50 minutes one way without stopping. With full stops-10-12 hours.
For lovers of history and wine, we have prepared a detailed route for a car trip along the mountainous part of Catalonia. You will find Cistercian monasteries, the castle of the Templars, the winery of the famous “wine” region Priorat, picturesque mountain valleys, beautiful serpentines, as well as delicious food and unforgettable impressions. Read more…
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