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La Fosca beach
La Fosca
Good for Relax
About
La Fosca beach is located on the Balearic Sea (part of Mediterranean Sea) and it is in the 10th place out of 141 beaches in the Girona region 30.1 km away from its center, the city of Girona. It is one of the beaches of Sant Joan de Palamos settlement, just 1.1 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area.
It is a spacious several bays coastline with crystal turquoise water and bright sand, so you don't need special shoes. The sharpness of entering the water is quite normal. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is partially crowded during the high season.
La Fosca beach coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, beach restaurant. During the season this beach line is supervised by a lifeguard.
In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities.
This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.
12 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Castell de la Fosca, which has a rating of 9.5.
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Beach overall scores
La Fosca beach is located in Girona region (Costa Brava sub-region) within Sant Joan de Palamos, which makes it easily accessible and therefore popular among travelers. In the high season this may cause some discomfort, due to the large influx of tourists.
The beach stretches on the sunny coast, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.
User reviews
"That place is the perfect spot to relax and unwind. I had an amazing time at Costa Brava, taking in the stunning views, exploring the wild nature, visiting Rick's, and breathing in the fresh sea air. If you're looking for a great way to experience the beauty of the area, take the scenic route along the coast and be amazed by the breathtaking sights."
Anezka
"I was pleasantly surprised. It was a great escape from the hustle and bustle of the city, with a cozy atmosphere. Perfect for a relaxing getaway."
Miguelle
User reviews
"That place is the perfect spot to relax and unwind. I had an amazing time at Costa Brava, taking in the stunning views, exploring the wild nature, visiting Rick's, and breathing in the fresh sea air. If you're looking for a great way to experience the beauty of the area, take the scenic route along the coast and be amazed by the breathtaking sights."
Anezka
"I was pleasantly surprised. It was a great escape from the hustle and bustle of the city, with a cozy atmosphere. Perfect for a relaxing getaway."
Miguelle
Stays nearby
A good place to stay! Lots of accommodation options nearby.
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Entire Apartment
Located at nearest locality
Sant Joan de Palamos
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680m from center
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2.6km
from the beach
Entire Apartment
Located at nearest locality
Sant Joan de Palamos
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1.5km from center
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2.8km
from the beach
Entire Apartment
Located at nearest locality
Sant Joan de Palamos
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1.8km from center
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2.9km
from the beach
Entire House
Located at nearest locality
Sant Joan de Palamos
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1.8km from center
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Booking.com
2.9km
from the beach
Entire House
Located at nearest locality
Sant Joan de Palamos
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1.8km from center
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2.9km
from the beach
Entire Apartment
Located at nearest locality
Sant Joan de Palamos
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1.8km from center
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Nearest Beaches
Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.3 (Good)
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Llafranc 2.6 km
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l'Estartit 0.2 km
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Sant Marti d'Empuries 1 km
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s'Agaro 2.7 km
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Urbanitzacio Giverola 0.2 km
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Urbanitzacio Giverola 0.3 km
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Lloret de Mar 1.5 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Fine sand bottom
Blanes 1.2 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
Sant Joan de Palamos 2.3 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water, Sand bottom
Palamos 0.3 km
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Calella de Palafrugell 1.2 km
Beach surroundings
Restaurants
- Restaurant La Fosca...• 2 min walk
- Bar Charter | Comer...• 3 min walk
- Cafè del Sol• 3 min walk
- Hostal La Fosca• 3 min walk
Attractions
- Platja de La Fosca• 3 min walk
- Platja de Castell• 16 min walk
- Barraca d'en Dalí• 22 min walk
- Capella del Carme• 22 min walk
Transport
- GRO• 32.2km
- Petit Calcat• 12.2km
- Baixador de Font-Pic...• 14km
Localities
- Sant Joan de Palamos• 1.1km
- Girona• 30.1km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the La Fosca beach?
The coastline of La Fosca beach is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.
What are the key activities at La Fosca beach?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the La Fosca beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
Is the La Fosca beach good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low. In the season the beach is attended by lifeguard.
La Fosca beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.
Is the La Fosca beach good for families?
Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is gentle.
Is the La Fosca beach secluded and good for relaxing?
There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.
Is there any food or beverages in the area of La Fosca beach?
The bar is located right on the La Fosca beach.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Restaurant La Fosca Guingueta Rocanegra is the closest place located 100 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the La Fosca beach?
There are 1893 places to stay in the La Fosca beach area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of La Fosca beach include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the La Fosca beach from parking?
The La Fosca beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.
Are there any attractions nearby La Fosca beach?
There are 4 attractions near La Fosca beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Platja de La Fosca located in 0.2 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit La Fosca beach?
The month with the highest temperature in La Fosca beach is July. Its average value reaches 29°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 23°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 12°C and water 14°C. See more details in weather section.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
La Fosca beach (Girona) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.La Fosca beach (Girona) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.
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