Holidays in Malgrat de Mar

Malgrat de Mar is a quaint seaside resort located on Spain's Costa Brava. With magnificent sandy beaches, a great selection of restaurants and its proximity to Catalonia's natural beauty, Malgrat de Mar is fast becoming a holiday hotspot for families, couples and nature lovers.

When to take your Malgrat de Mar holidays

Malgrat de Mar enjoys a typically mild Mediterranean climate, which makes it an ideal place to visit any time of the year. Temperatures are generally around 17-20 degrees throughout the year, however during the summer months of July and August it can range between 30-35 degrees. To begin your Malgrat de Mar holidays, fly to either Girona Airport or Barcelona International Airport. Both are well connected with the RENFE railway system and can be easily reached within the hour from Malgrat de Mar. The time zone is GMT+1.

What to do on your Malgrat de Mar holidays

Malgrat de Mar has won prizes for it's pristine, high quality beaches and it's easy to see why. Sport lovers should head to La Conca beach, renowned for its wind-surfing school. At I'Astillero beach there is a free entertainment programme during school holidays designed especially for kids and families. Rent a sunbed or stop for a cool drink at one of the many 'Chiringuitos' scattered along the shoreline selling snacks and refreshments.

There is no better place to sample traditional Catalan cuisine than on your Malgrat de Mar holidays. The quality of the locally produced food including olives, cheese, fruit and wine is second to none. Seafood lovers are spoilt for choice in Malgrat de Mar with the freshest mussels, sea shrimp, squid and prawn dishes on offer, prepared in a uniquely Catalan style. Make sure you try Catalonia's favourite dessert, the 'Crema Catalana' which is their take on the French Creme Brulee.