We’ve been exploring Spain’s ‘wild coast’ since our boys were tiny, and something special about the area keeps drawing us back. As our boys grow older, our activities have evolved. Now that we’re past the baby phase, here’s our big kids’ list of five fun activities in Costa Brava.
Tamariu Diving Board
Situated a few miles from the medieval town of Begur, you’ll navigate switchbacks through pine trees until you descend to the crescent beach of Tamariu. The beach is calm and sandy,, but the true highlight is the diving board. Accessible by a short walk or swim, it’s just around the bend from the main beach.
Parc Aventura
There are two locations for this incredible park – one in Pals and another in Platja d’Aro. Our first time here, I was apprehensive. Our boys were put in harnesses, given a brief explanation of the carabiner situation, and then sent off to climb. My husband and I exchanged one of those ‘this would never fly in the States’ looks. Truth be told, this experience turned out to be great for our kids. It compelled them to problem-solve independently and collaborate as a team while zip-lining between treetops.
Coqui Park
I’ll be honest – this place is overpriced and not exactly my idea of a good time. However, it serves as a perfect pit stop after a long lunch at Funky Pizza nearby. Let the kids enjoy a quick round of mini-golf or some time on the trampoline – they absolutely love it.
L’Estartit and Mooma
During the summer, you can find inflatable obstacle courses in the water off the coast of sandy L’Estartit Beach. You pay by the hour, and it’s a blast for older kids. Wrap up your beach day with a visit to nearby Mooma, where they provide a tour of their apple farm and production process. The tour was a bit lengthy, and my boys’ interest waned after about half an hour. Nonetheless, Mooma has a vast grassy area with live music – the ideal spot to enjoy a drink while the kids run around.
Pottery
La Bisbal d’Empordà serves as the ceramics hub of the Costa Brava area. The town boasts a fantastic community program that features a traveling pottery wheel during the summer. We were fortunate enough to discover this activity one afternoon in Pals. The volunteers were incredibly patient with the kids, and each child had the opportunity to create their own ceramic piece on the pottery wheel. The town also offers several other hands-on summer workshops, which you can find here.
Conclusion
Costa Brava has a never ending supply of kid-friendly adventures. Have you tried something in the area that you don’t see on my list? Let me know in the comments below!
